RN - PACU - Part Time - Rotating Shifts
About The Position
Meritus Medical Center is seeking an experienced and compassionate Registered Nurse to join its Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). The nurse provides Phase I recovery care to surgical and trauma patients during the critical period immediately following anesthesia. The position involves caring for a diverse patient population in a fast-paced environment, with low nurse-to-patient ratios aligned with national ASPAN standards and support from a dedicated leadership team. The PACU nurse uses advanced assessment skills and clinical judgment to monitor patients, recognize changes in condition, manage pain and symptoms, and intervene when needed. The Phase I recovery unit offers exposure to a variety of surgical procedures, patient populations, and clinical conditions, with opportunities to develop perioperative and critical care nursing skills. The role is part time, totaling 40 hours biweekly, and includes eight rotating shifts, on-call requirements, and rotating Saturday shifts.
Requirements
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ASN) required.
- At least one year of experience as a Registered Nurse required.
- Current Maryland Registered Nurse (RN) license or active Compact/Multistate RN license recognized by the Maryland Board of Nursing.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
- Previous PACU, ICU, Critical Care, Emergency Department, or other relevant high-acuity nursing experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide Phase I post-anesthesia recovery care for surgical and trauma patients.
- Continuously monitor airway, respiratory, cardiovascular, neurological, and overall patient status following anesthesia.
- Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and quickly recognize changes requiring intervention.
- Manage post-operative pain, nausea, and other symptoms in collaboration with anesthesia and surgical providers.
- Administer medications, treatments, and interventions according to provider orders and established protocols.
- Maintain patient safety throughout the immediate post-operative recovery period.
- Collaborate with anesthesia providers, surgeons, OR nurses, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
- Educate and support patients and families throughout the recovery process.
- Provide accurate and timely clinical documentation.
- Prepare and care for patients in the pre-operative holding area as needed.
- Assist anesthesia providers with patient assessments and pre-procedural evaluations.
- Support hospital operations by caring for critically ill patients during periods of high census.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance; coverage begins on the first of the month following hire.
- Company-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Education assistance and tuition reimbursement.
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA).
- Shift differential pay may be available for evening, night, or weekend shifts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
