Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)

ATC Travelers A • Norfolk, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Join the compassionate and highly-skilled nursing team at Sentara Leigh Hospital's Same Day Surgery/PACU unit. In this role, you will provide critical phase I and II recovery care for patients immediately following a wide variety of surgical procedures. You will work closely with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and multidisciplinary staff to monitor vital signs, manage airways, and ensure patient comfort and safe discharge.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Current, active Virginia Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required within 90 days to 1 year of hire (depending on unit).

Nice To Haves

• BSN or MSN is strongly preferred.
• PACU certification is strongly preferred.
• Prior RN experience in PACU, ICU, or the OR is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive post-anesthesia evaluations, with a heavy emphasis on airway management, hemodynamic stability, and pain control.
• Observe patients for adverse effects of anesthesia, monitoring level of consciousness and vital signs throughout the sedation recovery process.
• Safely administer post-operative medications and treatments as ordered by physicians.
• Work seamlessly with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and the broader healthcare team to prioritize patient acuity and smooth unit flow.
• Educate patients and their families regarding post-operative care and provide clear discharge instructions.

What This Job Offers

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