Travel Nurse RN - PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - $2,673 per week

Company: Wellspring Nurse Source
Location: Madison
Posted on: February 4, 2025

Job Description:

Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel nurse RN PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Madison, Wisconsin.Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 02/24/2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: TravelJob Title: Pre- and Post-Operative Registered Nurse (Pre- and Post-Op RN)**\nJob Summary:\nA Pre- and Post-Operative Registered Nurse (Pre- and Post-Op RN) provides specialized care to patients before and after surgical procedures, ensuring they are well-prepared for surgery and closely monitored during recovery. The Pre- and Post-Op RN focuses on patient education, pre-operative preparation, post-operative recovery, pain management, and ensuring patients are safe and comfortable throughout their surgical journey.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\nPre-Operative Responsibilities:\n
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  • Assess patients' health status, including vital signs, medical history, and physical condition, to determine surgical readiness.\n
  • Educate patients and families about surgical procedures, anesthesia, post-operative expectations, and potential risks.\n
  • Administer pre-operative medications and treatments as prescribed, including pain management and infection prevention.\n
  • Ensure proper preparation for surgery, including completing pre-surgical checklists, consent forms, and documenting patient information.\n
  • Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare team members to develop and implement pre-operative care plans.\n
  • Monitor patients for any pre-operative complications or risks, such as infections, blood pressure changes, or abnormal lab results.\n\nPost-Operative Responsibilities:\n
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    • Monitor and assess patients' recovery status, including vital signs, pain levels, and response to anesthesia.\n
    • Administer post-operative medications, including pain management, antibiotics, and anti-nausea medications.\n
    • Manage post-surgical drains, wound care, and IV therapy as needed.\n
    • Educate patients and families about post-operative care, including wound care, pain management, mobility, and signs of potential complications.\n
    • Collaborate with surgeons and other healthcare providers to monitor and adjust post-operative care plans based on patient progress.\n
    • Recognize and respond to signs of complications such as infections, bleeding, respiratory distress, or adverse reactions.\n
    • Ensure safe transitions of care, including discharge planning and patient education on at-home care and follow-up appointments.\n
    • Maintain accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and progress in accordance with surgical care standards.\n\n\nQualifications:\n
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      • Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) accepted.\n
      • Licensure:\n
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        • Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.\n\n\n
        • Certification:\n
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          • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.\n
          • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred.\n
          • Certified Post-Anesthesia Nurse (CPAN) preferred for Post-Op RNs.\n\n\nWellspring Nurse Source Job ID #30588810. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Rn Pre And Post OpAbout Wellspring Nurse SourceWellspring is nurse owned and operated which means that we get you, we stand behind you, and we advocate for you.-- We are 100% committed to helping you find your best job at the best rate.-- We are unwavering in our commitment to supporting our clinicians on every step of their travel adventure, assisting with everything from onboarding and payroll to on-the-job clinical support with a dedicated Clinician Success Team.-- You're not just a number at Wellspring, you're a valued member of our family.-- Join us and experience the Wellspring difference.

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