Registered Nurse - Recovery Room/PACU
About The Position
Bingham Healthcare is seeking compassionate, skilled, and motivated Registered Nurses to join our Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) team. As a PACU RN, you'll work alongside surgeons, anesthesia providers, and the surgical services team to provide expert post-operative care, ensuring patients recover safely, comfortably, and confidently following surgery. Bingham Healthcare is proud to provide exceptional care while maintaining the warmth and personal connections only a community hospital can offer. Our growing Surgical Services department supports a wide variety of specialties, giving our nurses the opportunity to expand their knowledge while working with experienced surgeons, anesthesia providers, and an outstanding perioperative team. We believe exceptional patient care begins with exceptional employees. That's why we've created a culture built on teamwork, respect, compassion, and professional growth.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing required
- Current Idaho Registered Nurse (RN) License required
- Current BLS certification required
- Current hospital nursing experience within the past five years or a recent nursing graduate within the past two years
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience with electronic medical record systems preferred
Nice To Haves
- ACLS and PALS certifications strongly preferred
- Strong understanding of post-anesthesia recovery and airway management
- Knowledge of anesthetic medications and their effects
- Experience caring for post-operative patients
- Excellent assessment, prioritization, and critical thinking skills
- Ability to recognize and respond quickly to changing patient conditions
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive assessments of post-operative patients recovering from anesthesia
- Monitor airway, respiratory, cardiovascular, and neurological status
- Recognize and respond promptly to changes in patient condition
- Administer medications, IV fluids, and treatments safely and effectively
- Assess and manage post-operative pain using evidence-based practices
- Educate patients and families regarding recovery expectations, pain management, discharge instructions, and follow-up care
- Provide reassurance and compassionate support during the recovery process
- Promote a safe, comfortable, and positive surgical experience
- Partner closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, operating room staff, and inpatient nursing units
- Provide accurate patient handoff communication during transfers of care
- Support quality improvement initiatives and patient safety standards
- Serve as a resource and mentor for fellow nursing staff when appropriate
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Prescription Drug Coverage
- Employer-Paid Life Insurance
- Supplemental Life Insurance Options
- Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Competitive 401(k) with Employer Match
- Generous PTO & Sick Leave Starting Day One
- Employee Wellness & Support Resources
- Continuing Education and Professional Development Opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
