Job Description

Salary: $3347 / Week

PACU Registered Nurse - Contract Opportunity

Location: Cambridge, MA

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: 13 weeks (with likelihood of extension)

Shift: 40 Hours/Wk. - Day Shift

Misc: Facility does not allow block scheduling

Pay Rate: Up to $3,307.00/Wk.

About the Role:

The post-anesthesia care Unit (PACU) nurse cares for patients who have undergone anesthesia. The PACU nurse is responsible for observing and treating a patient post-operation and making sure that they safely awaken from anesthesia. The PACU nurse must monitor vital signs and levels of consciousness to make sure that the sedation is wearing off properly, there are no adverse reactions occurring and patients are regaining consciousness.

Key Responsibilities:

· Provide immediate post-operative care for patients recovering from anesthesia, ensuring airway patency and hemodynamic stability.

· Monitor vital signs, pain levels, and neurological status; intervene promptly for any changes in patient condition.

· Administer medications, including pain management and antiemetics, per physician orders and facility protocols.

· Manage IV lines, oxygen therapy, and other post-surgical equipment.

· Collaborate with anesthesia providers and surgical teams to ensure safe patient transitions from OR to PACU and then to inpatient units or discharge.

· Educate patients and families on post-operative care, pain management, and discharge instructions.

· Document all assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately in the EMR system.

· Respond to emergencies such as airway compromise or adverse reactions to anesthesia with appropriate interventions.

Qualifications:

• Active MA RN license (required at submission).

• Minimum 2 years of recent PACU experience.

• BLS, ACLS and PALS certification (required).

• EPIC experience highly preferred.

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity to work with a respected healthcare system, gain exposure to diverse patient populations, and enhance your clinical expertise in a supportive environment.

Interested?

Brian Abdou, Senior Staffing Recruiter

Call or Text: (781) 400-7115

Email: brabdou@amergis.com

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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