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ARMStaffing is looking for a Registered Nurse, Post Anesthesia Care Unit (Variable Shift) in Bay City, Michigan.
Location
Bay City, MI
Assignment Duration
This is a 13-week contract position.
Schedule/Shift
Variable Shift, 36 hours guaranteed per week, 9:00 AM - 9:30 PM.
Job Description
The Registered Nurse in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) will provide essential care during the post-operative recovery phase. This role focuses on monitoring patient vital signs and pain management, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for patients recovering from anesthesia.
Responsibilities
- Continuously monitor vital signs such as heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, and temperature.
- Ensure a patent airway and adequate respiratory function, intervening quickly if an obstruction occurs.
- Administer medications including pain relievers, anti-nausea drugs, and fluids to manage post-operative symptoms effectively.
- Assess surgical sites for bleeding or complications, check dressings, and perform physical assessments.
- Recognize adverse reactions to anesthesia or surgery and initiate appropriate emergency interventions.
- Maintain accurate patient records and communicate effectively with the healthcare team regarding patient care.
Required Experience
2 years of PACU experience is required.
Certifications/Licensure
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from AHA is required.
- Current State license in Michigan is required.
About ARMStaffing
Founded in 2011 and a member of the ARGroup, LLC, ARMStaffing connects dedicated nurses and allied health professionals with the facilities that need them most. As three-time winners of the Top Workplaces Award and named to SIA’s Largest Staffing Firms in the U.S., we’ve built a reputation on more than just placements - we’ve built it on relationships.
As a trusted partner to hospitals, rehab centers, and long-term care facilities across the country, we take pride in helping clinicians grow rewarding careers while supporting the organizations that rely on their skills.