Fusion Medical Staffing
Overview
Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled PACU RN for a 13-week travel assignment in Boston, Massachusetts. The PACU RN provides specialized care to patients recovering from anesthesia and surgery, assesses recovery, implements post-operative care plans, administers treatments, collaborates with the surgical team, and coordinates care for discharge or transport. The role involves ensuring patient safety and comfort during the critical recovery period, using advanced clinical skills, effective communication, and adherence to professional and regulatory standards.
Responsibilities
Receive and conduct comprehensive assessments of patients transferring from the operating room and assess their post-anesthesia condition
Monitor and evaluate patient’s vital signs, level of consciousness, and recovery from anesthesia
Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved post-anesthesia nursing techniques
Maintain awareness of comfort and safety needs of recovering patients
Observe and document patient conditions, treatments, and significant incidents and respond to anesthesia and treatments, notifying the care team of significant changes or adverse reactions
Respond promptly to emergency situations utilizing PACU nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocols
Accurately document patient assessments, interventions, and recovery progress in the medical records
Develop and deliver individualized patient and family education plans, including detailed discharge instructions and recovery guidelines
Collaborate with the surgical team and other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive post-operative care
Participate in patient handoff communications to ensure continuity of care between OR, PACU, and post-PACU units
Operate and monitor PACU-specific equipment, such as ventilators, monitors, and infusion pumps
Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of practice
Required Qualifications
One year of recent experience as a PACU RN
Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations
Current BLS (AHA/ARC) certification
ACLS (AHA/ARC) certification
Preferred Qualifications
PALS (AHA/ARC) or ENPC certifications
Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position
Benefits
Highly competitive pay for travel professionals
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first day coverage
Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours
Life and Short-term disability offered
401(k) matching
Aggressive Refer-a-friend Bonus Program
24/7 recruiter support
Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs
Why Fusion? At Fusion Medical Staffing, our goal is to improve the lives of everyone we touch. We offer day one insurance, mental health support, scholarships and awards, exclusive discounts, and more. From your personal recruiter to our clinical and traveler experience teams, we’re here to guide and celebrate you along your journey.
Other duties To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job description is not a comprehensive list of all activities, duties, or responsibilities and is subject to change at any time with or without notice.
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Responsibilities
Receive and conduct comprehensive assessments of patients transferring from the operating room and assess their post-anesthesia condition
Monitor and evaluate patient’s vital signs, level of consciousness, and recovery from anesthesia
Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved post-anesthesia nursing techniques
Maintain awareness of comfort and safety needs of recovering patients
Observe and document patient conditions, treatments, and significant incidents and respond to anesthesia and treatments, notifying the care team of significant changes or adverse reactions
Respond promptly to emergency situations utilizing PACU nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocols
Accurately document patient assessments, interventions, and recovery progress in the medical records
Develop and deliver individualized patient and family education plans, including detailed discharge instructions and recovery guidelines
Collaborate with the surgical team and other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive post-operative care
Participate in patient handoff communications to ensure continuity of care between OR, PACU, and post-PACU units
Operate and monitor PACU-specific equipment, such as ventilators, monitors, and infusion pumps
Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of practice
Required Qualifications
One year of recent experience as a PACU RN
Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations
Current BLS (AHA/ARC) certification
ACLS (AHA/ARC) certification
Preferred Qualifications
PALS (AHA/ARC) or ENPC certifications
Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position
Benefits
Highly competitive pay for travel professionals
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first day coverage
Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours
Life and Short-term disability offered
401(k) matching
Aggressive Refer-a-friend Bonus Program
24/7 recruiter support
Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs
Why Fusion? At Fusion Medical Staffing, our goal is to improve the lives of everyone we touch. We offer day one insurance, mental health support, scholarships and awards, exclusive discounts, and more. From your personal recruiter to our clinical and traveler experience teams, we’re here to guide and celebrate you along your journey.
Other duties To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job description is not a comprehensive list of all activities, duties, or responsibilities and is subject to change at any time with or without notice.
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