Job Description
Job Description
PACU Nurse (Looking for FullTime or PRN )
224 W Hill St Ste. 500 Floor #5, Chicago, IL 60610, United States
About Impressions Face & Body
Impressions Face & Body is a premier aesthetic practice specializing in advanced cosmetic and surgical procedures. We are committed to exceptional patient care, safety, and delivering a refined, high-touch experience from consultation through recovery.
Role Overview
The PACU PRN Nurse is responsible for providing high-quality post-anesthesia nursing care to surgical patients in a calm, professional, and patient-centered environment. This role is critical in ensuring patient safety, comfort, and optimal recovery following cosmetic surgical procedures.
Key Responsibilities
• Monitor and assess patients in the immediate post-operative phase
• Safely recover patients from general anesthesia, IV sedation, and local anesthesia
• Perform focused physical assessments, including airway, vital signs, pain, and level of consciousness
• Administer medications as ordered, including pain management and anti-emetics
• Recognize and respond to post-operative complications or changes in patient condition
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in patient charts
• Provide post-operative education and discharge instructions to patients and caregivers
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and clinic staff to ensure continuity of care
• Ensure PACU equipment, medications, and emergency supplies are prepared and maintained
• Uphold infection control, safety, and regulatory standards at all times
• Deliver compassionate, discreet, and professional care aligned with a luxury patient experience
Qualifications & Requirements
• Registered Nurse (RN) in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
• Minimum 2 years of PACU, recovery room, ER, ICU, or surgical nursing experience (cosmetic surgery experience preferred)
• Current BLS certification (ACLS preferred or willingness to obtain)
• Strong assessment, critical-thinking, and clinical decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and patient-education abilities
• Ability to remain calm and composed in fast-paced or high-acuity situations
• High attention to detail and commitment to patient safety
• Professional appearance and demeanor appropriate for a high-end aesthetic clinic
Preferred Experience
• Experience in plastic surgery, cosmetic surgery, or outpatient surgical settings
• Familiarity with post-anesthesia protocols in private clinics
• Experience providing discharge education in an elective surgery environment
Job Type: Full-time and PRN opportunities available
Benefits
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
PACU Nurse (Looking for FullTime or PRN )
224 W Hill St Ste. 500 Floor #5, Chicago, IL 60610, United States
About Impressions Face & Body
Impressions Face & Body is a premier aesthetic practice specializing in advanced cosmetic and surgical procedures. We are committed to exceptional patient care, safety, and delivering a refined, high-touch experience from consultation through recovery.
Role Overview
The PACU PRN Nurse is responsible for providing high-quality post-anesthesia nursing care to surgical patients in a calm, professional, and patient-centered environment. This role is critical in ensuring patient safety, comfort, and optimal recovery following cosmetic surgical procedures.
Key Responsibilities
• Monitor and assess patients in the immediate post-operative phase
• Safely recover patients from general anesthesia, IV sedation, and local anesthesia
• Perform focused physical assessments, including airway, vital signs, pain, and level of consciousness
• Administer medications as ordered, including pain management and anti-emetics
• Recognize and respond to post-operative complications or changes in patient condition
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in patient charts
• Provide post-operative education and discharge instructions to patients and caregivers
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and clinic staff to ensure continuity of care
• Ensure PACU equipment, medications, and emergency supplies are prepared and maintained
• Uphold infection control, safety, and regulatory standards at all times
• Deliver compassionate, discreet, and professional care aligned with a luxury patient experience
Qualifications & Requirements
• Registered Nurse (RN) in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
• Minimum 2 years of PACU, recovery room, ER, ICU, or surgical nursing experience (cosmetic surgery experience preferred)
• Current BLS certification (ACLS preferred or willingness to obtain)
• Strong assessment, critical-thinking, and clinical decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and patient-education abilities
• Ability to remain calm and composed in fast-paced or high-acuity situations
• High attention to detail and commitment to patient safety
• Professional appearance and demeanor appropriate for a high-end aesthetic clinic
Preferred Experience
• Experience in plastic surgery, cosmetic surgery, or outpatient surgical settings
• Familiarity with post-anesthesia protocols in private clinics
• Experience providing discharge education in an elective surgery environment
Job Type: Full-time and PRN opportunities available
Benefits
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The PACU Nurse, Impressions Face & Body position is now open for candidates interested in the Health Jobs sector. This role in Chicago offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Health Jobs is a plus.