PACU Registered Nurse

PACU Registered Nurse

About OrthoArizona :

At OrthoArizona, we are bringing the best together. Our organization was created to help serve ALL orthopedic and podiatry needs throughout the Valley! We have a wide range of orthopedic surgeons and mid-level providers.

Today we are one of Arizona's largest privately owned and most comprehensive orthopedic practices with more than 75 locally and nationally renowned providers across 30 locations, in addition to 2 ambulatory surgical centers and in house state of the art MRI capabilities. At OrthoArizona we are committed to best-in-class patient care, being a pioneer in research and technology, and most importantly, rewarding and recognizing our team members.

As a PACU Registered Nurse with OrthoArizona, you will get to :

• Monitor post-operative patients' levels of consciousness during recovery from anesthesia.
• Measure and record patients' vital signs.
• Closely observe patients for signs of side effects of anesthesia medication.
• Treat pain, nausea, and other post-operative symptoms of anesthesia.
• Update charts, patient files, and medical records.
• Collaborate with the medical team on post-operative patient care and facilitating timely specialized interventions.
• Provide comfort and reassurance to distressed post-operative patients and concerned family members.
• Educate patients and their families on post-surgery care, as well as answering questions.
• Attend required meetings.
• Maintain strictest confidentiality.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times
• Is punctual for all shifts and obtains authorization for overtime or schedule changes from Supervisor.
• Observe policies regarding breaks, meals, time off, and calling in sick.
• Prioritize work activities based on clinical demands
• Demonstrate behavior that protects the safety of self / others and of the facility and equipment.
• Keep work area clean and unobstructed.
• Provide monitoring of patient progress between Physician or PA visits.
• Participate in Professional Development activities and maintain professional affiliations / certifications.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Full Time Benefits :