
Registered Nurse - PACU in Petaluma, CA
Job Description
Duties
• Provide comprehensive care in pre-op, PACU Phase I and II, and ambulatory/outpatient settings.
• Administer medications, including antiarrhythmics, anticoagulation therapy, and emergency medications.
• Manage arterial lines, dysrhythmia recognition, and cardiac monitoring.
• Perform IV therapy, phlebotomy, and blood product administration.
• Conduct pre/post-operative procedures and patient education.
• Participate in interdisciplinary support and collaboration with teams like Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, and Pharmacy.
• Float to pre-op and Phase I and II as required.
• Provide weekend coverage every other weekend and participate in on-call duties.
Skills
• Experience with Epic charting system.
• Certifications in ACLS, BLS, PALS.
• Proficiency in managing various surgical cases including vascular, neuro/spine, and plastics.
• Skilled in airway assessment, care of ventilated patients, and chest tube management.
• Knowledgeable in pain assessment, PCA pump management, and procedural sedation.
Experience
• Minimum of 1 year of experience, with preference for ICU/ED experience in addition to PACU.
• Experience with patient ratios, particularly in a teaching or community hospital setting, is preferred but not mandatory.
• Travel experience is not required.
Job Details
Medical Speciality
SurgeryPerioperative Care
Employment Type
Full-time
Required License
RN (Registered Nurse)
Work Setting
PACUHospitalOutpatient
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