RN PACU Pedi Houston TX

We are excited to announce an opportunity for a dedicated Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) nurse in Houston Texas . The PACU nurse plays a crucial role in caring for patients who have undergone anesthesia, ensuring their safe recovery post-operation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Observing and treating patients post-operation.
• Monitoring vital signs and levels of consciousness.
• Ensuring sedation wears off properly and safely.
• Identifying and managing any adverse reactions.

Position Details:

• Local Rate: $47/hr
• Travel Rate: $2136/wk
• Start date 5/5

Shift Information:

• Day Shift:
  • One RN: 0800-1830 (4 x 10-hour shifts)
  • Two RNs: 0930-1900 (4 x 10-hour shifts)
• On-Call Shifts:
  • One weekday on-call shift (Monday through Friday) from 1900-0700 twice per month.
  • One weekend shift from 0700-0700 on Saturday and Sunday once per 13-week contract.

Unit Details:

• Fast-paced post-anesthesia care unit.
• Main operating room: 8 ORs and 3 minor procedure rooms.
• Daily case volume: 40-55 cases.
• Specializations: Pediatric surgical services including dental, ENT, general surgery, GI, gynecology, ophthalmology, urology, pain, and orthopedic procedures.
• PACU: 20 post-anesthesia bays and 4 additional overflow bays in pre-op holding.
• Phase I and Phase II recovery primarily completed in PACU.

We look forward to welcoming a skilled and compassionate nurse to our team.