Travel PACU RN in New Orleans, Louisiana
Gifted Healthcare
New Orleans, LA, 70112, USA
New Orleans, LA, 70112, USA
- Healthcare
- Post-Anesthesia Care Unit
- PACU nurse
- registered nurse
The Travel PACU RN provides specialized post-anesthesia care by monitoring patients' vital signs, managing respiratory and cardiac status, and administering medications in the post-operative period. They assess patient conditions, intervene during emergencies, and educate patients and families on homecare instructions. This role requires critical observation skills and coordination with the healthcare team to ensure patient safety during recovery from surgery.
Responsibilities
Post-Anesthesia Care Unit RN's (PACU RNs) assess patients' health in the pre-op state. PACU RNs are responsible for overseeing vital signs, changing bandages, and administering necessary medications. PACU RN job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Educate families and patients about homecare instructions
- Manage respiratory instability and cardiac monitoring activities
- Assess patient's condition after surgery is performed, ensuring that all vital signs are within range
- Monitor patient's condition changes and report changes to the healthcare team
- Perform intervention duties in the case of post-operative emergencies




