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Registered Nurse- Pre-Op/PACU
Baton Rouge Orthopaedic Clinic LLC —Baton Rouge, LA
- Full-time
- Nursing
- Vital signs
- Surgery
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Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System —Baton Rouge, LA
- Part-time
- Nursing
- RN License
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AESTHETIC AND BREAST RESTORATIVE —Baton Rouge, LA
- Overtime
- CPR Certification
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Baton Rouge General —Baton Rouge, LA
- Full-time
- RN License
- PALS Certification
- BLS Certification
- Paid time off
RN- Critical Care- PACU/Recovery Room
Ochsner Health System —Baton Rouge, LA
- Full-time
- Nursing
- RN License
- BLS Certification
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Registered Nurse- Pre-Op/PACU

Baton Rouge Orthopaedic Clinic LLC -
Baton Rouge, LA

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Job Details

Full-time

Qualifications

Cardiac arrest emergency response
RN License
PALS Certification
Cardiac arrest protocols
BLS Certification
ACLS Certification
Basic life support
Critical care (emergency response procedures)

Full Job Description

Job Summary: The Pre-Op/PACU Registered Nurse is responsible for providing professional nursing care to patients in the pre-operative and post-anesthesia care unit (PACU) of a surgery center. The RN ensures safe, efficient, and compassionate care before and after surgical or procedural interventions. This position requires critical thinking, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Pre-Operative Duties:

Conduct pre-operative assessments including medical history review, vital signs, and medication reconciliation.
Educate patients and families regarding the surgical procedure, anesthesia process, and post-operative expectations.
Confirm patient identity, surgical procedure, and consent forms per protocol.
Start IVs, administer pre-operative medications, and ensure proper surgical site markings are completed.
Collaborate with anesthesia, surgical team, and administrative staff to coordinate care.

Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Duties:

Receive patients from the operating room and monitor them through the immediate post-anesthesia period.
Assess airway, breathing, circulation, pain, level of consciousness, and surgical site.
Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, including pain management.
Provide emotional support and education to patients and families during recovery.
Monitor for complications and respond to emergencies following ACLS/PALS protocols as applicable.
Document all care and assessments thoroughly and accurately in the electronic medical record.

Skills and Abilities:

Strong assessment and critical thinking skills.
Ability to work independently and prioritize effectively.
Proficient in IV insertion, medication administration, and emergency response.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Familiarity with EMR systems and documentation standards.
Committed to patient safety and infection control practices.

Working Conditions:

Fast-paced ambulatory surgery environment.
Frequent standing, walking, lifting, and exposure to bodily fluids and sharp instruments.
May be required to work extended shifts depending on patient needs.

REQUIREMENTS

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. BSN preferred.
Current RN license in the state of practice.
BLS and ACLS required. PALS may be required depending on patient population.
Minimum 1-2 years of experience in pre-op, PACU, ICU, or ER preferred. Ambulatory surgery center experience a plus.

At the Baton Rouge Orthopedic Clinic our goal is to provide a seamless continuum of health care services to maximize patient outcomes and convenience. We offer an organized and coordinated continuum to provide better and timelier feedback between the patient, physician, and ancillary services provider. Our main campus is located on Bluebonnet, but we have various clinics and therapies across the state of Louisiana as well as the BROC foundation that supports local schools and athletic programs by providing services throughout various communities.

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