Overview

(PACU 19) M-F 0600-1430. The Registered Nurse specializing in perioperative practice performs nursing activities in the pre-anesthesia, post-anesthesia Phase I, and post-anesthesia Phase II care of the patient's surgical experience. The recovery RN monitors patients having local procedures in the OR and may administer conscious sedation, if certified. This role requires effective patient assessment, care planning, and collaboration with the healthcare team to ensure quality patient outcomes.