RN PACU Per Diem
Willamette Valley Medical Center

Registered Nurse (RN) PACU

$56.65 - $78.08 / hour

Registered Nurse (RN) PACU
Job Type: PRN| On-Call
Wage scale: $56.65 - $78.08 per hour

Your experience matters

At Willamette Valley Medical Center, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a registered nurse (RN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Department/Unit Summary

The Recovery/PACU RN provides direct and indirect patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Meets the physical, psychosocial, religious/cultural and needs of the patient and family. Communicates effectively with all members of the health care team as appropriate about changes in the patient's condition or response to treatment. 

  • 10 Hour Shifts 0800-1830

How you'll contribute 

You'll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing. 

Connect with our RN recruiting specialist 
Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Jarod Grem via email at jarod.grem@lifepointhealth.net

What we offer

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:  

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts  
  • Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full-time employees 
  • Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage 
  • Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching  
  • Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness 
  • Professional development and growth opportunities


Qualifications and requirements
Applicants should have a current state RN license and possess a bachelor's degree or associate degree from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include:

  • BLS, ACLS, PALS
  • Two (2) to Three (3) years of PACU experience required

About our Health System
Willamette Valley Medical Center is a 60-bed hospital located in McMinnville, OR, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

"Willamette Valley Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Willamette Valley Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment." 

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.

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