Registered Nurse - PACU

Location

Charlotte, NC

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Day shifts available - 5x8 hours (06:00 - 14:30 and 07:30 - 16:00).

Job Description

The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) will provide essential care for patients recovering from surgery or anesthesia. The ideal candidate will have experience in ambulatory and outpatient settings and demonstrate proficiency in IV therapy, phlebotomy, and post-operative care.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre and post-operative care to patients.
• Administer medication and manage medication reconciliation.
• Perform pain assessments and management.
• Obtain operative and procedural consent from patients.
• Start and maintain IVs for fluid administration.
• Follow malignant hyperthermia protocols as needed.
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient care.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience, preferably in PACU or similar settings.
• Current RN license (NC or compact state license).
• Certifications: ACLS, BLS, and PALS required.
• Experience with pediatrics and emergency medications preferred.
• Ability to float to other ASCs as needed.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
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• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!