Registered Nurse – Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)

Unit Information

The Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) is equipped with 16 beds and a dedicated team of 16 staff members. The unit is designed to provide high-quality care to patients recovering from surgery or anesthesia.

Staffing Structure

• Day Shift: 1 charge nurse and 8 staff nurses
• Night Shift: To be determined

Patient Ratios

The nurse-to-patient ratio is 2:1, ensuring focused and attentive care.

Types of Equipment

• LVADs
• Arterial Lines
• Swan-Ganz Catheters
• Ventilators

Electronic Medical Records

The unit utilizes Meditech for electronic medical records management.

Typical Hiring Profile

Required Skills

• Critical Care ICU experience
• PACU experience

Preferred Skills

• Cardiac experience
• Orthopedic or neurosurgical experience

Common Procedures Performed

• Cardiac catheterization
• Ablation procedures
• Carotid endarterectomy
• Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
• Laminectomies
• Hip and knee replacements

Best Personality Fit

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong teamwork abilities, collaborating effectively with staff and patients alike.

Required Certifications

• ACLS certification is mandatory

Additional Information

Floating Areas

Staff may be required to float to Pre-op as needed.

Dress Code

The required scrub color is royal blue.

Unit Guidelines and Policies

All staff must be able to respond to a call within 1 hour.

Weekends and On-Call Requirements

Weekend call may be required.

Location

Dallas, TX