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Job Summary
Our client is seeking an experienced PACU Registered Nurse to join the Fertility and Reproductive Medicine team in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). The role involves providing exceptional care for patients undergoing fertility treatments, including egg retrievals and embryo transfers, in a fast-paced outpatient procedural setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide pre-operative and post-anesthesia nursing care for fertility procedures.
- Assess, monitor, and recover patients following sedation and anesthesia, including vital signs and recovery progress.
- Perform patient admissions, recovery assessments, and discharge education according to protocols.
- Collaborate with medical staff to ensure safe, efficient patient care.
- Assist with outpatient fertility procedures as needed.
- Educate patients and families on procedure expectations and follow-up care.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation within the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Respond appropriately to changes in patient condition and administer interventions as required.
- Provide compassionate support to patients undergoing fertility treatments.
Qualifications
- Active New York State Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- BSN required.
- BLS required; ACLS preferred.
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience in related fields such as PACU or reproductive medicine.
- Experience recovering patients following moderate sedation or anesthesia preferred.
- Excellent assessment, communication, and patient education skills.
- Experience in fertility, IVF, women's health, or reproductive medicine is preferred.
Additional Requirements
Full-time role, Monday–Friday 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM schedule, roating weekends required.
Benefits
- Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
- Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
- 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
- Short Term Disability Insurance.
- Term Life Insurance Plan.
*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).
Medix Overview:
With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.
Any required state or Joint Commission training is compensated at the state or local minimum wage rate.
*As a job position within our Allied division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.