Temp - Registered Nurse; RN; Post Anesthesia Care Unit; PACU Bay , MI

Key responsibilities include:

• Patient Monitoring:
  Continuously monitor vital signs (heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, temperature) and the patient's level of consciousness as they recover from anesthesia.
• Airway Management:
  Ensure a patent airway and adequate respiratory function, intervening quickly if an obstruction or respiratory distress occurs.
• Symptom and Pain Management:
  Administer medications, such as painkillers, anti-nausea drugs, and fluids, to manage post-operative symptoms effectively and keep the patient comfortable.
• Assessment and Intervention:
  Assess surgical sites for bleeding or complications, check dressings, and perform physical assessments. Recognize adverse reactions to anesthesia or surgery and initiate appropriate emergency interventions.
• Documentation and Communication:
  Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, and communicate effectively with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare team members regarding the patient's condition and care plan.