Registered Nurse (RN) PACU Newark Full-Time/Flex
About The Position
Christiana Hospital is seeking an experienced PACU Registered Nurse II to join its Perianesthesia Services team. The role supports pre-operative preparation and post-anesthesia recovery in a fast-paced Level I trauma environment, caring for patients across pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric, and special-needs populations undergoing a wide variety of surgical and procedural interventions. The position requires expertise in advanced patient assessment, hemodynamic and cardiac monitoring, pain management, airway management, and vascular access device management. This is a full-time/flex position, listed as 36 hours weekly and also described as a 72-hours-bi-weekly schedule. Shifts rotate across days, evenings, and overnights and are predominantly 12 hours. Weekend, holiday, and on-call commitments apply in accordance with departmental guidelines. The stated hourly pay range is $42.11–$67.37; actual compensation depends on factors including skills, relevant experience, and qualifications.
Requirements
- Current RN licensure.
- BSN required, or commitment to obtain a BSN within three years of hire.
- BLS certification required.
- ACLS and PALS required within six months of hire.
- At least two years of experience in Perianesthesia Nursing, Critical Care, or HVIS.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive pre-operative and post-anesthesia nursing care to pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric, and special-needs patient populations.
- Assess, interpret, and use clinical information to identify patient needs and support safe progression through the surgical continuum.
- Assist anesthesia providers with nerve block procedures and moderate sedation administration.
- Prepare and recover patients receiving general anesthesia, monitored anesthesia care (MAC), moderate sedation, and local anesthesia.
- Monitor and manage hemodynamic status, cardiac rhythms, airways, pain management therapies including PCA and epidurals, and vascular access devices.
- Identify actual and potential patient risks and implement appropriate interventions.
- Safely administer IV and oral medications and evaluate patient responses and outcomes.
- Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and the perianesthesia team to support patient care and operational efficiency.
- Delegate responsibilities appropriately to nursing support staff, technicians, and unit clerks according to competency and scope of practice.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation with shift differentials
- Generous paid time off (PTO)
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement, and an employee assistance program
- Clinical Ladder program supporting professional growth and career advancement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
