Mid America Surgery Institute - Shawnee, KS
posted about 2 months ago
Mid-America Surgery Institute is seeking a dedicated PACU Nurse PRN to join our team at our ambulatory surgery center. This role is crucial in ensuring safe and effective nursing care for patients postoperatively until they are dismissed from the facility. As a PACU Nurse, you will be part of a committed and caring group of colleagues who value creating positive patient interactions. Your expertise will contribute to our center's legacy of providing high-quality care and supporting the well-being of our patients. You will be responsible for preparing the care area, ensuring necessary equipment and supplies are available, and demonstrating proper airway management techniques. Monitoring patients according to policy, performing head-to-toe evaluations, and checking dressings or operative sites are essential duties in this role. You will also provide a safe and comforting environment for patients and their families, ensuring they meet discharge criteria before leaving the facility. In this position, you will work closely with a skilled team of registered nurses and OR techs, utilizing sophisticated monitors and technical equipment. Our center performs over 600 cases a month across various specialties, including urology, orthopedics, plastics, ENT, gastroenterology, OB/GYN, podiatry, and pain management. We are located next to Menorah Medical Center, making us easily accessible to the community. As part of HCA Healthcare, recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies, you will be joining an organization that values ethical practices and charitable care. If you are passionate about nursing and dedicated to the well-being of others, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you.