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.
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
- Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) savings plan
- Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.