PACU Registered Nurse

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Shift: 08:00 - 16:00 with a 30-minute lunch. End times can vary depending on procedures. Call requirements: 6-8 days per month.

Job Description

The PACU Registered Nurse holds shift accountability for providing care to Post Anesthesia Care Unit patients. This role involves working collaboratively with surgeons, anesthesiologists, surgical staff, and other personnel while utilizing the Nursing Process in accordance with state Nurse Practice Act, AORN, and hospital policies and procedures. The registered nurse demonstrates critical thinking skills, scientific judgment, and leadership in the anticipation and planning for the safe delivery of care. Responsibilities include maintaining clinical competencies through continuing education, delegating patient care priorities in line with staff education and experience, and providing direction and supervision to assigned personnel delivering patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to Post Anesthesia Care patients.
• Work collaboratively with surgical teams to ensure quality patient outcomes.
• Utilize the Nursing Process to deliver safe patient care.
• Maintain clinical competencies through ongoing education and training.
• Delegate patient care responsibilities appropriately among staff.
• Supervise and guide assigned personnel in delivering patient care.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Registered Nurse.
• Prior travel nursing experience is required.
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS are mandatory.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!