PACU Registered Nurse

Trinity Health•Hartford, CT

1d•$36 - $60•Onsite

About The Position

At the Connecticut Joint and Spine Institute within Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center, the Registered Nurse (RN) in the Pre & PACU unit provides comprehensive perioperative care for patients undergoing orthopedic and spine procedures in a specialized surgical setting. The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Pre & PACU unit provides comprehensive perioperative care for patients undergoing orthopedic and spine procedures in a specialized surgical setting.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited nursing program with an Associate’s degree in Nursing is required.
Valid RN license in Connecticut
One or more years of inpatient PACU experience supporting inpatient surgical recovery.
Proficiency in ASPAN standards and guidelines
Candidates must be able to function independently in the Preop and PACU, and their resumes must demonstrate expertise in ICU-level ventilated patient care, critical drips (e.g., vasopressors, sedatives), and strong assessment skills.

Nice To Haves

2 or more years of Emergency Room or ICU nurse experience may be considered if they demonstrate expertise in ICU-level ventilated patient care, critical drips (e.g., vasopressors, sedatives), and strong assessment skills.

Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality pre-operative and post-anesthesia care for patients undergoing joint and spine surgeries.
Conduct thorough pre-operative assessments, initiate IVs, and support anesthesia preparation.
Monitor patients through Phase 1 and 2 recovery, ensuring safe emergence from anesthesia, pain control, and readiness for discharge or inpatient transfer.