Recovery Room PACU Nurse

About Noya Clinics

Noya Clinics is seeking a Recovery Room PACU Nurse to join our team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This is a full-time position for a dedicated professional with 5-10 years of experience in a similar role.

Role Overview

The Recovery Room PACU Nurse is responsible for providing comprehensive post-anesthesia care to patients recovering from surgical procedures. This role involves continuous monitoring, assessment, and management of patients to ensure their safety and comfort during the immediate postoperative period.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive patients from the operating room and obtain a thorough handover from the anesthesia team.
• Assess patients' airway, breathing, circulation (ABC), and level of consciousness upon arrival.
• Monitor vital signs, including blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, oxygen saturation, and temperature.
• Oversee patients recovering from general, regional, or local anesthesia.
• Assess and manage postoperative pain effectively using prescribed medications.
• Monitor for and address potential complications such as respiratory depression, hypotension or hypertension, bleeding, nausea and vomiting, and delayed recovery from anesthesia.
• Administer medications, IV fluids, and oxygen as prescribed by the medical team.
• Monitor surgical wounds, dressings, and drains for any issues.
• Maintain accurate nursing documentation and patient records.
• Provide emotional support and reassurance to patients and their families.
• Ensure patient safety and adhere to infection prevention protocols.
• Prepare patients for transfer to the ward, ICU, or discharge in accordance with hospital policy.
• Respond promptly to emergencies and initiate appropriate interventions.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 5 to 10 years of experience as a Recovery Room PACU Nurse or in a similar critical care setting.
• Strong understanding of post-anesthesia care principles and practices.
• Proficiency in monitoring vital signs and assessing patient recovery.
• Ability to manage postoperative pain and identify potential complications.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to respond effectively to emergencies.

Work Environment

This full-time position is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, within a dynamic clinical environment focused on patient care and safety.

Application Process

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply. Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.