RWJBarnabas Health

Charge Nurse, Post Anesth Care Unit

$48.29 - $65.06 / hour
Req #: 0000255893

Category: Nurses

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Evening

Facility: Trinitas Regional Medical Center

Department: Post Anesth Care Unit

Pay Range: $48.29 - $65.06 per hour

Location:

225 Williamson Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Job Title: Charge Nurse

Location: WILLIAMSON STREET

Department Name: Post Anesth Care Unit

Req #: 0000255893

Status: Hourly

Shift: Evening

Pay Range: $48.29 - $65.06 per hour

Pay Transparency

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Summary

Trinitas Regional Medical Center is seeking an experienced and compassionate Charge Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). In this leadership role, you will provide expert clinical care to post-operative patients while coordinating unit operations during your designated shift. As the Clinical Nurse Coordinator, you will serve as a resource for staff, promote high-quality patient care, and support a collaborative, patient-centered environment focused on exceptional clinical outcomes.

Schedule

Monday – Friday | Flex Shift | 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM

On-Call Requirements Apply

This Position is for You If:

  • You are an experienced PACU nurse who enjoys combining direct patient care with clinical leadership.
  • You excel in fast-paced environments where critical thinking and rapid decision-making are essential.
  • You are passionate about ensuring safe, high-quality care for patients recovering from anesthesia.
  • You enjoy mentoring staff, coordinating patient flow, and supporting operational excellence.
  • You thrive in a collaborative environment where teamwork and communication are essential to delivering exceptional patient outcomes.

What You'll Do

  • Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients recovering from anesthesia following surgical procedures.
  • Perform advanced clinical assessments, monitor patients' recovery, and intervene promptly to prevent complications.
  • Assess and manage airway, ventilation, circulation, pain, nausea, and post-operative recovery.
  • Monitor vital signs and operate specialized post-anesthesia monitoring equipment.
  • Coordinate patient admissions, transfers, and discharges to support efficient patient throughput.
  • Educate patients and families on post-operative recovery and discharge instructions.
  • Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, nursing leadership, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care.
  • Serve as the Clinical Nurse Coordinator during assigned shifts by providing clinical oversight, staff support, and operational leadership.
  • Assist with staff scheduling, productivity management, inventory oversight, and quality improvement initiatives.
  • Mentor nursing staff while promoting professional development, teamwork, and accountability.
  • Support employee engagement initiatives and contribute to a culture of safety, service excellence, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Required

  • Current New Jersey Registered Nurse License
  • Minimum 2 years of PACU nursing experience
  • American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 3 months of hire
  • Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse (CPAN) within 1 year of hire

Preferred

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
  • Current CPAN Certification

What Makes You Successful

The Ideal Candidate Demonstrates

  • Exceptional clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
  • Strong leadership and sound clinical judgment
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • A patient-first mindset with a commitment to compassionate care
  • The ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities while maintaining efficiency
  • Experience mentoring, coaching, and supporting nursing staff
  • Strong collaboration skills within multidisciplinary teams
  • A commitment to High Reliability principles, patient safety, and continuous quality improvement
  • The ability to advocate for patients, families, and colleagues while fostering a positive work environment

Why Trinitas Regional Medical Center?

At Trinitas Regional Medical Center, you'll join a collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional surgical and perioperative care. This role offers the opportunity to combine advanced clinical practice with nursing leadership while making a meaningful impact on patient outcomes and supporting the professional growth of your colleagues.

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Retirement Plans
  • Short & Long Term Disability
  • Life & Accidental Death Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Wellness Programs
  • Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
  • Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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