Travel Nurse RN - Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op - $2,272 per week in New Orleans, LA
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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$2,271.61–$2,271.61
SKILLS
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Anesthesiology, Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS), Critical Care, Emergency Management, Nursing, Patient Care, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Pediatrics, Postanesthesia, Registered Nurse (RN)
LOCATION
New Orleans, LA
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1 day ago
TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PACU/Pre-Post Op RN in New Orleans, Louisiana, 70121!
Job Title: Registered Nurse
Profession: Nursing
Specialty: Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Day
Hours per Shift: 8 Hours (07:00 - 15:30)
Experience: Minimum 2 years in specialty
License: Compact or Louisiana license required upon submission
Certifications: ACLS, BCLS, PALS
Must-Have:
- Background in PACU or Pre/Post Operative experience
- Comfortable floating to pediatric PACU as needed
Description:
Please ensure you are aware of the following:
Upon accepting an assignment and starting your role, your unit manager may assign you to an "Emergency Team."
There will be an expectation to stay at the facility until after an event passes or be part of the relief team.
Specific details pertaining to pay will be relayed during each emergency event, as impacts may vary.
By signing your travel contract for this position, you agree to report as assigned by your immediate unit manager if an emergency event occurs.
You should not apply for this role if you are not comfortable with the above expectations.
Nurses will care for patients across all age groups during pre-operative, Phase I, and Phase II recovery.
This department supports patients for major surgical services and provides pre/post-operative care.
The unit services a high volume of pediatric patients and supports various surgical and procedural populations, except for those requiring critical care services.
Candidates should be prepared to care for patients of all ages and handle a patient ratio of 1:2 to 3.
A background in regional anesthesia is preferred.
Special equipment used includes Hoyer lifts, bladder scanners, and Accuvein.
All personnel must have up-to-date certifications and provide verification as needed.
Referencing and support staff experience will be required to complete the clearance process prior to starting the contract.