PACU Registered Nurse (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit) - 25-34758
About The Position
We are seeking an experienced PACU Registered Nurse to provide high-quality post-operative nursing care in a fast-paced acute care hospital setting. This role is critical in ensuring patient safety and stability during the immediate recovery phase following surgical procedures. The PACU RN collaborates closely with anesthesia providers, surgeons, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional patient-centered care. Unit Highlights Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:2 Self/preferential scheduling posted four weeks in advance Supportive leadership with open communication and shared decision-making Staffing support from nursing assistants, patient care technicians, charge nurses, and RN float resources Regular leadership rounding to ensure staff feedback and engagement
Requirements
- Minimum 1 year of recent acute care PACU RN experience (within the last year)
- Active Florida RN license or approved multistate RN license
- Compact license holders must obtain Florida licensure within 60 days of relocation
- Registered Nurse Diploma or Associate Degree in Nursing
- BLS (Basic Life Support) required within 30 days of start
- ACLS required within 60 days of start
- PALS required within 60 days of start
- RN or APRN license accepted
Nice To Haves
- Critical Care experience strongly preferred in addition to PACU experience
Responsibilities
- Provide immediate post-anesthesia nursing care, including airway management and hemodynamic monitoring
- Monitor neurological, respiratory, and cardiac status and respond promptly to changes or complications
- Deliver post-operative wound care and pain management
- Collaborate with surgical and anesthesia teams to ensure safe patient recovery
- Utilize critical thinking and evidence-based nursing practices to deliver safe, effective care
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments and document care accurately and timely
- Educate patients and families on post-operative care, recovery expectations, and follow-up needs
- Participate actively as a member of a multidisciplinary care team
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
