Registered Nurse - Post Anesthesia Care Unit
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on25, Pulaski Street, Group 14621, City of Rochester, Monroe County, New York, 14621, United States
About the Team
As a Registered Nurse (RN), you are the engine and the heart of patient care at Rochester Regional Health. You make a positive difference every single day in the lives of our patients, their family members, and visitors, going above and beyond to meet their needs with courtesy, kindness, respect, and compassion.
The Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) at Rochester General Hospital is a Critical Care Unit dedicated to providing specialized care for patients recovering from surgery. This role exists to ensure a safe and supportive transition from the operating room to recovery, bridging the gap between surgical intervention and post-operative stability.
About the Role
In this position, you will monitor and assess patients' vital signs as they recover from anesthesia, identifying and addressing any complications or changes in patient conditions promptly. You will serve as a vital educator, guiding patients and families on post-operative care and recovery expectations. Your work involves close collaboration with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care throughout the recovery journey.
Hiring Process
Candidates are encouraged to review program-specific requirements for disease-specific care programs, which may include additional experience or educational expectations. All physical requirements reported by a prospective employee or their physician will be considered for reasonable accommodations during the hiring process.
Equal Opportunity
Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Work location
Work model: On-site
25, Pulaski Street, Group 14621, City of Rochester, Monroe County, New York, 14621, United States
City of Rochester, New York
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleMonitor and assess patients' vital signs recovering from anesthesia
- check_circleIdentify and address complications or changes in patient conditions
- check_circleDevelop and document individualized care plans for each patient
- check_circleCollaborate with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and healthcare professionals
- check_circleMaintain accurate patient and provider documentation in the Electronic Health Record
- check_circleProvide physical, educational, and emotional support to patients and families
- check_circleAdhere to department protocols, regulations, and education requirements
Requirements
- verifiedDiploma or Associates Degree in Nursing
- verifiedRN License in New York State
- verifiedBasic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Nice to Have
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing. 1-2 years inpatient hospital experience. At least 6 months RN experience.
