Registered Nurse (RN) PACU

Lifepoint Health • Benton, AR

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) guides patients through immediate recovery following surgery and procedures. The role contributes to safe recoveries and positive outcomes through clinical expertise, vigilance, compassionate care, and patient-centered service. The RN provides care within the scope of licensure, supports patient safety, and works with patients, families, and physicians. The position is full-time, with a 4x10 day schedule from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Saline Memorial Hospital.

Requirements

• Current state or compact-state RN license.
• Associate’s degree from an accredited nursing school.
• BLS certification.
• ACLS and PALS certifications, or willingness to obtain them within six months of hire.
• One year of previous PACU or Pre-Op experience.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

• Perform duties as assigned and requested.
• Complete focused patient assessments and reassessments based on patients’ conditions, procedures, medications, and treatments.
• Assess and reassess pain and use appropriate pain-management techniques.
• Provide patient care and communicate effectively with patients of all ages and with specific needs.
• Demonstrate medication knowledge and administer medications correctly according to the six rights.
• Assist physicians with procedures and provide services requiring technical and manual skills.
• Perform treatments and deliver care within the scope of licensure.
• Promote patient safety by providing care in an environment that reduces the likelihood of errors.
• Operate and manage equipment safely and correctly.
• Educate patients and families about disease processes and recovery expectations.
• Participate in performance improvement and continuing education.
• Provide quality patient care and work flexible shifts or units as needed.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher-education and certification tuition assistance.
• Loan assistance.
• 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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