[brian]

Based on feedback and several request (http://allnurses.com/forums/f247/pac...rd-183659.html request), we have opened this PACU Nursing Forum.

Please utilize this forum to discuss issues that are relevant to PACU and network with other nurses that are working or interested in PACU Nursing.

I hope you enjoy this forum and our whole membership benefits and learn from each other

[PACU queen]

Thank you SOO much for adding this forum!

[RNPamP]

Thanks!

[mustanggirl]

thank you

[cowpoke_rn]

Hey everyone! I'm the new guy. Looking forward to future discussions.

[tihi]

Hello!!!
I know I will enjoy this forum...

[SMK1]

I am so glad to see this forum up. As a student this has been topping my list of areas of interest since 2nd quarter. I hope to learn a lot about this area on the forum.

[rn1978]

Thanks I looking forward to some good discussions.

[Yira]

Hi. Im an intl. student, just about to take NCLEX.
What should I do after passing the Nclex to be a PACU nurse?

[healingtouchRN]

Originally Posted by Yira

Hi. Im an intl. student, just about to take NCLEX.
What should I do after passing the Nclex to be a PACU nurse?

To Yira: Get yourself a course in ACLS, PALS & at least a year or two in an ICU of your choice. You will need it to be able to assess for the critical conditions clients come to PACU with from the OR. Be comfortable with EKG's & airway management. Best wishes!! It's the best job in the hospital!