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Job Description:
The Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse at Anna Jaques Hospital is responsible for providing safe, high-quality nursing care to patients recovering from anesthesia following surgical and diagnostic procedures. This role focuses on close patient monitoring, effective pain management, timely intervention, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Shift: 20 hours/week – Days
Key Responsibilities:
- Continuously assess and monitor patients’ vital signs, level of consciousness, airway status, and overall condition during post-anesthesia recovery. Identify and respond promptly to complications or adverse reactions related to anesthesia.
- Administer prescribed medications, including pain management and antiemetics, to manage post-operative pain, nausea, and discomfort in accordance with hospital protocols.
- Accurately document patient assessments, vital signs, interventions, and responses to treatment. Communicate patient status and any concerns clearly to the healthcare team.
- Provide education, reassurance, and clear instructions to patients and families regarding post-operative care, recovery expectations, and discharge planning as appropriate.
- Work collaboratively with anesthesiologists, surgeons, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated and comprehensive patient care.
- Respond effectively to emergency situations, including airway compromise, cardiac events, or other post-anesthesia complications, ensuring patient safety at all times.
Requirements:
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program with a current Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Previous experience in PACU, critical care, or acute care nursing is required.
- ACLS and PALS certification
- Strong knowledge of post-anesthesia care, pain management, and patient assessment with the ability to recognize and manage complications.
Benefits working at Anna Jaques Hospital:
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Tuition Reimbursement
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Career Development and Opportunities
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Free On-Site Parking
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Discounts/Savings on various businesses.
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Health and Wellness activities
Apply today and learn more!
Join Anna Jaques Hospital (AJH), a distinguished not-for-profit community hospital nestled in the picturesque coastal community of Newburyport, Massachusetts. Since 1884, AJH has been a cornerstone of healthcare excellence in the Merrimack Valley, North Shore, and Southern New Hampshire regions, renowned for our commitment to high-quality care and exceptional patient satisfaction. Located just 35 miles northeast of Boston, AJH offers the perfect blend of a supportive community hospital environment and the vast opportunities that come with being part of Beth Israel Lahey Health, one of the largest healthcare systems in the region. As a member of our team, you'll be part of a network of over 39,000 caregivers and staff dedicated to providing extraordinary care to more than 1.7 million people from 150+ cities and towns across Eastern Massachusetts and Southern New Hampshire. Discover a rewarding career at AJH, where you can make a meaningful impact within a close-knit community while advancing your professional growth within a thriving healthcare system.
Pay Range:
$35.85 – $77.82
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement. The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. The pay range for this position is established and governed by the terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Employees hired into this position will receive compensation consistent with the terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
