Pre-Op​/Post-Anesthesia Care Unit; PACU Registered Nurse

Overview

Advanced Gynecology
, a practice partner of Together Women's Health is seeking a PRN Pre-Op/Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse
. The Pre-Op/Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse is responsible for providing high-quality nursing care to patients undergoing surgical procedures. This role includes pre-operative assessment, patient preparation, and post-operative recovery, ensuring patient safety, comfort, and continuity of care in accordance with established protocols and nursing standards.

Pre-Operative Duties:

• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments prior to surgery, including medical history review, vital signs, medication reconciliation, and patient education.
• Ensure informed consent and pre-op checklists are completed.
• Start IVs and administer pre-operative medications as ordered.
• Communicate with surgical and anesthesia teams to coordinate patient care.
• Provide emotional support to patients and families.

Post-Anesthesia Care Duties:

• Monitor and manage patients emerging from anesthesia in the PACU.
• Assess airway, breathing, circulation, level of consciousness, pain, and surgical site.
• Administer post-op medications, including pain management and antiemetics.
• Identify and respond to potential post-anesthesia complications promptly.
• Educate patients and families regarding discharge instructions or ongoing recovery.

• Current and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in GA.
• BLS certification
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a critical care, emergency, pre-op, or PACU setting.