Amergis
RN PACU - Knoxville, TN - Mon thru Fri
Amergis, Knoxville, Tennessee, United States, 37955
PACU / Post-OP RN - Knoxville, TN
WeeklyHours: 40
13Week Contract
Shift:Monday - Friday - 8a - 5p
No Weekends or Holidays!
11/25Start date
Mustbe have Ortho Experience
LocalRate $55/hour
Ifyou're interested, please apply here, and email your resume tophlowe@amergis.com
The post-anesthesia care Unit (PACU) nurse cares forpatients who have under gone anesthesia. The post-anesthesia care Unit (PACU) nurse is responsible for observingand treating a patient postoperation and making sure that they safely awakefrom anesthesia. The PACU nurse mustmonitor vital signs and levels of consciousness to make sure that the sedationis wearing off properly, there are no adverse reactions occurring and patientsare regaining consciousness.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Coordinates patient care. Communicates with surgeon and anesthesiologist continuously as neededabout patient conditions; receives direction for patient management. Intercedesto maintain optimum homeostasisDemonstrates knowledge of perioperative factors that alterimmediate postoperative phase. Utilizes nursing procedures as a media forcommunication and interaction with patientIdentifies physical symptoms/changes and takes appropriateaction in a timely mannerDemonstrates knowledge of airway management and proceduresand the ability to use the equipmentDemonstrates ability to assess cardio-respiratory systemsfor changes and provide appropriate treatmentObserves behavioral and physiologic changes due tomedications; takes appropriate action and documentsAdjusts and acts upon expectations of patient's behavioraccording to the effect medication has on the patientDemonstrates ability to adequately assess and reassess painand uses appropriate pain management techniquesDemonstrates knowledge of anesthetic drugs, actions and sideeffectsDemonstrates knowledge of arterial lines, central lines,spinal/epidural catheters and how to documentCarries out medical/surgical asepsis during treatments andspecial proceduresCarries out established techniques for safe administrationof medications and parenteral fluids, according to hospital policy andprocedureCarries out safety measures to prevent patient from harmingself or othersProvides explanations and teaching to patient/family, asnecessaryProtects patient's sensitivities and right to privacy;maintains confidentiality at all timesOther duties as assigned
Minimum Requirements:
Current RN licensure in the state in which RN is working.ACLS and PALS certification per contract requirements.Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpracticeParticipation and completion of Amergis' Competency programwhen applicableCurrent CPR if applicableTB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicableCurrent Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)Must meet all federal, state and local requirementsSuccessful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob siteUnderstand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirementsAbility to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is requiredComputer proficiency requiredMust be at least 18 years of age
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 paychecksHealth, dental, vision, and life insurance401(k) savings planAwards 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.
WeeklyHours: 40
13Week Contract
Shift:Monday - Friday - 8a - 5p
No Weekends or Holidays!
11/25Start date
Mustbe have Ortho Experience
LocalRate $55/hour
Ifyou're interested, please apply here, and email your resume tophlowe@amergis.com
The post-anesthesia care Unit (PACU) nurse cares forpatients who have under gone anesthesia. The post-anesthesia care Unit (PACU) nurse is responsible for observingand treating a patient postoperation and making sure that they safely awakefrom anesthesia. The PACU nurse mustmonitor vital signs and levels of consciousness to make sure that the sedationis wearing off properly, there are no adverse reactions occurring and patientsare regaining consciousness.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Coordinates patient care. Communicates with surgeon and anesthesiologist continuously as neededabout patient conditions; receives direction for patient management. Intercedesto maintain optimum homeostasisDemonstrates knowledge of perioperative factors that alterimmediate postoperative phase. Utilizes nursing procedures as a media forcommunication and interaction with patientIdentifies physical symptoms/changes and takes appropriateaction in a timely mannerDemonstrates knowledge of airway management and proceduresand the ability to use the equipmentDemonstrates ability to assess cardio-respiratory systemsfor changes and provide appropriate treatmentObserves behavioral and physiologic changes due tomedications; takes appropriate action and documentsAdjusts and acts upon expectations of patient's behavioraccording to the effect medication has on the patientDemonstrates ability to adequately assess and reassess painand uses appropriate pain management techniquesDemonstrates knowledge of anesthetic drugs, actions and sideeffectsDemonstrates knowledge of arterial lines, central lines,spinal/epidural catheters and how to documentCarries out medical/surgical asepsis during treatments andspecial proceduresCarries out established techniques for safe administrationof medications and parenteral fluids, according to hospital policy andprocedureCarries out safety measures to prevent patient from harmingself or othersProvides explanations and teaching to patient/family, asnecessaryProtects patient's sensitivities and right to privacy;maintains confidentiality at all timesOther duties as assigned
Minimum Requirements:
Current RN licensure in the state in which RN is working.ACLS and PALS certification per contract requirements.Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpracticeParticipation and completion of Amergis' Competency programwhen applicableCurrent CPR if applicableTB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicableCurrent Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)Must meet all federal, state and local requirementsSuccessful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob siteUnderstand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirementsAbility to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is requiredComputer proficiency requiredMust be at least 18 years of age
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 paychecksHealth, dental, vision, and life insurance401(k) savings planAwards 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.