PACU Nurse

Join Our Team: Elevate Your Nursing Career in Pediatric Dental Sedation!

 

We are a dental practice that offers general anesthesia in-office to treat our young patients in a timely and stress-free manner.

Our practice model allows us to complete all necessary dental treatments in a single appointment, ensuring the treatment is performed safely without causing any lasting anxiety for the child.

With a dedicated surgical suite, we are seeking a PACU Nurse to care for our pediatric dental patients during their in-office GA sedation appointments.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a practice that prioritizes the well-being of our pediatric patients.

 

About the Role: We are seeking a skilled and compassionate PACU Nurse to join our team, where you will play a crucial role in caring for pediatric dental patients during their in-office general anesthesia sedation appointments.

With a dedicated surgical suite and a patient-first culture, this is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in a supportive and innovative environment.

 

Why Join Us? We believe in investing in what matters most to nurses—whether it’s at home, at work, or throughout your career.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you at every stage, including:

 

Key Responsibilities:


* Prepare pediatric patients' care areas and ensure all necessary equipment and supplies are ready.


* Demonstrate proper airway management techniques.


* Monitor patients according to policy, including vital signs, temperature, and cardiac status.


* Exhibit proper techniques for IV catheter insertion, maintenance, and removal.


* Perform and document thorough evaluations of patients using an approved scoring system.


* Check dressings or operative sites and report any abnormalities to the dentist/surgeon.


* Provide a safe and comforting environment for both patients and their families.


* Ensure patients meet discharge criteria before they leave our care.

 

Qualifications:


* Graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing.


* Minimum of 2 years of experience in a PACU or ICU setting, preferably in an ambulatory surgery center.


* Active RN license as required by the state of employment.


* Valid BCLS Certification upon employment (online certifications not accepted).


* ACLS certification required.


* PALS certification as required by the facility.

 

Take the Next Step: If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply for our PACU Nurse position.

We review all applications and will contact qualified candidates for interviews.

Apply today and join us in providing exceptional care to our pediatric dental patients!