Details
Client Name
MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
Job Type
Travel
Offering
Nursing
Profession
RN
Specialty
PACU
Job ID
28982548
Job Title
RN - PACU
Weekly Pay
$1879.41
Shift Details
Shift
3x12 Hour Night Shift
Scheduled Hours
36
Job Order Details
Start Date
01/13/2025
End Date
04/14/2025
Duration
13 Week(s)
Job Description
PACU nursing involves the care of patients who are recovering from surgery, particularly when the application of anesthesia is involved. Once the patient sufficiently recovers from the effects of the anesthesia, he/she is typically transferred to the appropriate ward or discharged from the hospital. PACU nurses are typically responsible for providing patient care during the immediate postoperative recovery period. He/she typically have training in basic life support measures, airway management, acute surgical wound care, catheter procedures and the special requirements associated with anesthesia. PACU nurses may also be trained in the use of cardiac life support equipment.
Client Details
Address
3800 Reservoir Road, Northwest
City
Washington
State
DC
Zip Code
20007