How Stressful is PACU?

Jan 21, 2009 08:16 AM

by ittybittybabynurse

I am going to be interviewing for a PACU position and wondered what the stress level is? Is it like ICU? I know each facility is different, but I wanted a general idea. Currently, I work NICU and it is very stressfull at times.

Southern Fried RN · Jan 26, 2009, 04:03 AM

Re: How Stressful is PACU?

I think it is stressful @ times, when the OR starts dumping a bunch of cases out all at once! A lot of multitasking, prioritizing, and teamwork. I am sure that if you can handle NICU stress level you will be just fine.

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How Stressful is PACU?

How Stressful is PACU?

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