PACU Registered Nurse

Trinity Health • Hartford, CT

23h

About The Position

The Registered Nurse in the Pre & PACU unit at the Connecticut Joint and Spine Institute within Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center provides comprehensive perioperative care for patients undergoing orthopedic and spine procedures. This full-time, 36-hour-per-week role is on the day shift, Monday through Friday, with no regular weekend or holiday work. Shifts are nine hours with variable start times. Minimal on-call coverage may be required to support off shifts and weekends, with frequency based on unit needs. Candidates must be able to function independently in Preop and PACU; training is not available for candidates without the specified expertise.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program with an Associate’s degree in Nursing.
• Valid RN license in Connecticut.
• Ability to function independently in the Preop and PACU.
• Resume must demonstrate expertise in ICU-level ventilated patient care, critical drips such as vasopressors and sedatives, and strong assessment skills.
• BLS/CPR certification from AHA or ARC.
• Proficiency in ASPAN standards and guidelines.

Nice To Haves

• One or more years of inpatient PACU experience supporting inpatient surgical recovery.
• Two or more years of ICU-level nursing experience in an ICU or Emergency Room setting, with expertise in ICU-level ventilated patient care, critical drips, and strong assessment skills; candidates with this experience may be considered.
• ACLS certification (support available post-hire).
• TNCC certification (support available post-hire).

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 Phase 2 recovery, ensuring safe emergence from anesthesia, pain control, and readiness for discharge or inpatient transfer.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, prescription drug, and vision coverage.
• Day 1 retirement savings program with employer match.
• Day 1 time off, which may include paid time off, vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Day 1 tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
• Basic and supplemental life and AD&D insurance.
• Well-being initiative.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities within Trinity Health.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree