RN: PACU

Job Description:

This pediatric post-anesthesia care assignment supports children recovering from procedures ranging from EGDs, BMTTs, MRIs, tonsillectomies, and direct laryngoscopies to spinal fusions, cardiac catheterizations, orthopedic procedures, and other complex cases. You will provide Phase 1 one-to-one recovery care and support Phase 2 and stepdown patients as they prepare for discharge. Responsibilities include airway management, vital-sign assessment, Modified Aldrete scoring, medication administration, discharge teaching, and care for patients with arterial lines, tracheostomies, home ventilators, Precedex drips, chest tubes, drains, and Foley catheters. On-call coverage may include nights, weekends, and holidays.

Weather:

Norfolk typically offers mild, comfortable conditions around this time of year, with a mix of pleasant outdoor days and cooler evenings. Coastal breezes can add a refreshing touch, so layers are useful for exploring the area.

Fun Things To Do:

• Waterfront outing: Explore the city’s waterfront areas and enjoy coastal views.

• Local culture: Visit museums, galleries, and historic sites throughout Norfolk.

• Day trip: Spend a day exploring nearby Virginia Beach.

• Day trip: Visit Colonial Williamsburg and the surrounding historic area.

• Outdoor escape: Enjoy local parks, walking paths, and scenic coastal areas.

Job Specifics:

Location: Norfolk, Virginia

Shift: 10-hour days; schedule may include a combination of 8-, 10-, and 12-hour shifts, with required call coverage

Duration: 13 weeks

Hours: 36 guaranteed hours per week, with the possibility of up to 40 hours