RN - 19458433
About The Position
We are seeking a dedicated and flexible PACU Registered Nurse to provide patient care following anesthesia in a fast-paced environment. The PACU cares for patients undergoing total hip and knee procedures, general surgery, daVinci procedures, neurology, urology, and pediatric dental procedures on select Fridays. Patient ratios are 1:1 or 1:2, with 1:1 care for children receiving pediatric dental procedures. The unit uses Cerner electronic medical records. Shifts are 8 hours, with 24 guaranteed hours per week and varied start times of 0730, 0830, 0930, 1030, or occasionally 1400. Call is required with a 30-minute response time. Nurses must cover two of the three major holidays—Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's—with rotation alongside core staff; scheduling details will be discussed with management. New hires receive 1–2 days of PACU-specific floor orientation, including time with a preceptor. Support includes a charge nurse, nursing aides serving as unit assistants, and RT, IV Team, and Pharmacy services available 24/7.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience in a PACU setting or equivalent.
- ACLS certification from the AHA.
- BLS certification from the AHA.
- NIHSS certification.
- PALS certification from the AHA.
- Flexibility and dependability in covering shifts and call-outs.
- Willingness to adapt to changing circumstances in scheduled cases.
Nice To Haves
- Prior travel nursing experience, with at least one completed travel assignment.
Responsibilities
- Provide patient care in the PACU following anesthesia.
- Adapt to changing circumstances in scheduled cases.
- Cover shifts and call-outs as needed.
- Participate in required call coverage with a 30-minute response time.
- Cover two of the three major holidays, rotating with core staff.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
