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 anesthesia and general ward care.
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. Your day will involve educating patients and families on post-operative care and recovery expectations while collaborating closely with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes. You will serve as a vital link in the care continuum, providing physical, educational, and emotional support to patients and their loved ones during a critical time.
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
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Basic Life Support, BLS, Electronic Health Record, Ehr, Nursing, RN, Registered Nurse.
Education: Associate's Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
Frequently asked questions about Registered Nurse - Post Anesthesia Care Unit at Rochester Regional Health
What does a Registered Nurse - Post Anesthesia Care Unit at Rochester Regional Health do?expand_more
A Registered Nurse - Post Anesthesia Care Unit at Rochester Regional Health is responsible for the following: Monitor and assess patients' vital signs recovering from anesthesia; Identify and address complications or changes in patient conditions; Educate patients and families on post-operative care and recovery expectations; and Collaborate with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and healthcare professionals.
What are the requirements for this Registered Nurse - Post Anesthesia Care Unit role?expand_more
To qualify for the Registered Nurse - Post Anesthesia Care Unit at Rochester Regional Health position, applicants should have: Diploma or Associates Degree in Nursing; RN License in New York State; and Basic Life Support Certification (BLS).
Where is the Registered Nurse - Post Anesthesia Care Unit role at Rochester Regional Health located?expand_more
Registered Nurse - Post Anesthesia Care Unit at Rochester Regional Health is based in 25, Pulaski Street, Group 14621, City of Rochester, Monroe County, New York, 14621, United States. This is a on-site role.