Registered Nurse PreOp PACU II - Glenwood Surgical Center

Assess patient preoperative and postoperative status, including cardiovascular, respiratory, neurological, and hemodynamic stability. Interpret monitor data, apply discharge scoring systems, and develop individualized perianesthesia plans of care. Manage patient recovery from anesthesia, administer medications safely, and maintain wound integrity and system perfusion. Provide acute pain management, ensure normothermia, and protect patients from injury and infection. Communicate patient status throughout the continuum, educate support persons, and provide accurate hand-off reports. Transfer care as needed and collaborate effectively with other disciplines. Participate in quality review projects, performance appraisals, and daily safety huddles. Maintain required competencies and pursue professional growth while acting as a patient advocate.