Description
Summary:
The Surgical / PACU Nurse provides high-quality nursing care to patients undergoing surgical procedures and during recovery, ensuring patient safety and optimal outcomes.
Highlights:
1. Provide high-quality nursing care during surgical procedures and recovery
2. Ensure patient safety and optimal recovery through pre- and post-operative care
3. Monitor patients, administer medications, and respond to complications
**Job Summary**
The Surgical / PACU Nurse is responsible for providing high\-quality nursing care to patients undergoing surgical procedures and during their recovery from anesthesia. The role involves pre\-operative preparation, intra\-operative assistance (if applicable), and post\-anesthesia monitoring to ensure patient safety and optimal recovery.
**Key ResponsibilitiesPre\-Operative Care**
* Assess patients prior to surgery, including medical history and baseline observations
* Prepare patients physically and emotionally for surgical procedures
* Ensure completion of pre\-operative checklists and documentation
* Verify patient identity, consent, and surgical site
**Intra\-Operative Support (if applicable)**
* Assist surgical team as a scrub or circulating nurse
* Maintain sterile environment and adhere to infection control protocols
* Monitor patient condition during procedures
**Post\-Anesthesia Care (PACU)**
* Receive patients from the operating room and perform immediate assessment
* Monitor vital signs, airway, breathing, and circulation
* Assess level of consciousness and pain management needs
* Identify and respond to post\-anesthesia complications
* Administer medications and treatments as prescribed
* Ensure safe recovery and readiness for discharge or transfer
**Patient Safety \& Quality Care**
* Adhere to clinical standards, policies, and safety protocols
* Maintain accurate and timely documentation
* Ensure infection prevention and control measures are followed
* Participate in quality improvement initiatives
Job Types: Full\-time, Permanent
Education:
* Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
* OR/ PACU: 5 years (Required)
Work Location: In person