PACU Registered Nurse (RN)

@ Amergis
Amergisamergis.com

PACU Registered Nurse (RN)

Bakersfield, CA
Posted 3 days ago

About the job

Amergis, formerly Maxim Healthcare Staffing, connects healthcare professionals to meaningful work since 1988. They offer staffing in hospitals, schools, and government facilities with a focus on quality and innovation.

Requirements

  • Current RN licensure in state
  • One year PACU experience preferred
  • ACLS and PALS certification
  • Current CPR if applicable
  • Meet legal and health requirements

Qualifications

  • At least 18 years old
  • Professional standards compliance

Full job description

PACU Registered Nurse (RN)
Setting: Healthcare Facilities
Job Type: Travel
Pay: $3042 / Week
Hours: 40.00
Location: Bakersfield, CA

The post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) RN cares for patients who have under gone anesthesia. The post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) RN is responsible for observing and treating a patient postoperation and making sure that they safely awake from anesthesia. The post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) RN must monitor vital signs and levels of consciousness to make sure that the sedation is wearing off properly, there are no adverse reactions occurring and patients are regaining consciousness.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Current RN licensure in the state in which RN is working.
  • One year PACU experience preferred
  • CPAN (Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse) or CAPA (Certified Ambulatory Perianesthesia Nurse) certification preferred
  • ACLS and PALS certification per contract requirements
  • Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice
  • Current CPR if applicable
  • TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
  • Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
  • Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
  • Must 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 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.
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