Registered Nurse - Post Anesthetic Care Unit in Washington, DC
Job Description
• Provide specialized post-operative care to patients recovering from anesthesia.
• Monitor vital signs, pain levels, and recovery progress to ensure patient safety.
• Assess, document, and communicate patient status to healthcare team.
• Administer medications and interventions as prescribed.
• Collaborate with surgical teams to facilitate smooth patient transitions.
• Educate patients and families on post-discharge care and instructions.
Skills needed include strong assessment abilities, excellent communication, and critical thinking. Benefits include competitive pay, health insurance, paid time off, and opportunities for professional development.
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Lee Health Foundation is a philanthropic organization that partners with individuals and organizations to support quality healthcare in Southwest Florida. They raise philanthropic dollars to establish, expand, and enhance innovative, lifesaving, and preventative programs across all five Lee Health hospitals and various service areas such as the Lee Health Cancer Institute and Golisano Children's Hospital. Through distributing millions of dollars each year, they aim to further Lee Health's mission and improve community health and wellness. By giving to Lee Health, individuals can make a lasting impact on the well-being of the community, support cutting-edge technology and cancer research, and promote education and training for medical staff, among other initiatives.