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SURGERY CENTER RN - NORTH OAKS SURGERY CENTER
North Oaks Health System —Hammond, LA
The Peri-Anesthesia RN will be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing and be currently licensed to practice professional nursing in the state of…

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Infusion Nurse - Outpatient Infusion Suite and Home Infusion
Soleo Health Inc —Dublin, OH
Valid state issued driver’s license with no significant restrictions on that license. Must have a single state RN license for the state of Ohio in goodstanding.
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Registered Nurse PreOp PACU II - Dublin Surgery Center
SCA Health —Dublin, OH
Delegate tasks according to the state Nurse Practice Act (if applicable), state board of nursing or professional registration requirements, state laws, and job…
$41.90 - $46.00 an hour
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nurse pacu jobs near hammond, la

Qualifications

Licensure: Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Louisiana.
Experience: Minimum 1 year of acute care RN experience, preferably in pre-op, PACU, or surgical/medical-surgical settings
BLS (Basic Life Support) - required
ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - required or must obtain within 3 months of hire
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
Fast-paced environment requiring rapid assessment and decision-making skills

Responsibilities

Pre-Operative Care
Conduct pre-operative assessments including medical history, medication review, allergies, and vital signs
Ensure proper documentation, consent verification, and patient readiness for surgery
Provide patient and family education regarding surgical procedures, anesthesia, and recovery expectations
Collaborate with surgeons, CRNA, and OR staff to optimize surgical preparation
Post-Operative Care (PACU / Surgical Unit)
Monitor patients emerging from anesthesia, assessing respiratory status, pain levels, surgical site condition, and vitals
Recognize and respond to complications such as airway obstruction, bleeding, or abnormal vital signs
Provide emotional support and education to patients and families during recovery
Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses in the electronic health record accurately and promptly

General Responsibilities

Communicate effectively with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care and ensure continuity
Maintain a safe and clean environment adhering to infection control and hospital protocols
Frequent standing, walking, bending, and moving during 8-hour shifts
Exposure to surgical patients, medications, blood/body fluids, and medical equipment

Work Location: In person