PACU RN Jobs

RN PACU Full-time
St. Luke's University Health Network

Experienced Registered Nurse, Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), Opportunities at Select Campuses

St. Luke's University Health Network Allentown, PA
St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care. Nurses are pivotal to providing the care that is needed and demanded in our communities. At St. Luke's, we are proud to be the forerunners of that higher quality standard. Our philosophy and professional practice model are our commitment to safe, compassionate and quality patient centered care. Nursing uniquely leaves a lasting impression on patients and families who rely on these skills. Here at St. Luke’s, PCRAFT values are the guiding core principles of our health care team and the qualities we strive for with every encounter. Pride, caring, respect, accountability, flexibility and teamwork are the qualities our team will deliver every time. As a patient or prospective employee, you can count on every member of the St. Luke’s team to display PCRAFT values in every situation. St. Luke’s has repeatedly been recognized as one of the nation's Top 100 Hospitals. We have some of the most experienced physicians and nurses in our industry who strive for innovations that will improve care and help make our patients more comfortable. Our dedicated, talented PACU nurses strive to improve positive outcomes for our patients. Teamwork is highly evident and a necessity. You will be pleased to join a team where patient safety and a positive hospital experience are the highest priorities. HOSPITAL LOCATIONS - openings may vary by campus availability (some campuses have cross-functioning requirements): Allentown Campus Anderson Campus, Easton (cross train to APU) Bethlehem Campus - Full time and Part Time Carbon Campus, Lehighton Easton Campus (cross train to cover Endoscopy/GI and APU) Geisinger St. Luke’s Campus (cross train to APU) Grand View Campus, Sellersville Miners Campus, Coaldale Monroe Campus, Stroudsburg Orthopedic Hospital, Allentown (Pre-Op/Post-Op) Sacred Heart Campus, Allentown Upper Bucks Campus, Quakertown (cross train to APU) Warren Campus, Phillipsburg NJ (cross train to APU) - to be considered for the Warren Campus, please apply here RN All Specialties, Warren Campus SHIFT DETAILS: Positions may be available on various shifts and per diem. Apply now to talk to a recruiter about our current openings! Full time, 36 or 40 hours per week Part time, less than 36 hours per week Per Diem (if available), minimum of 2 shifts/month. **On-Call responsibilities required Ability to complete initial 7 business days of classroom orientation followed by unit orientation. Holiday and weekend requirements per unit and company policies JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs in depth, systematic assessment of all assigned patients. Completes admission/transfer assessment database within established time frame. Demonstrates knowledge of and maintains the Standards of Perianesthesia Nursing Practice including knowledge of anesthetic agents, reversal agents, techniques, actions and interactions to include patients of all ages. Formulates collaborative and individualized plan of care and identifies expected patient outcomes, using the nursing process and prioritizes patient care consistently utilizing available resources cooperatively with ancillary, nursing and other patient-team personnel to maintain standards for professional nursing practice. Functions as a professional role model and resource person providing guidance to co-workers. Demonstrates/models the Network’s Service Excellence Standards of Performance in interactions with all customers (internal and external). Maintains confidentiality of all materials handled within the Network/ Entity as well as the proper release of information. Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding attendance and dress code. TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: One year medical/surgical experience required. PACU experience preferred. Telemetry experience preferred. Successful completion of BLS. Advanced certifications required by department: ACLS; PALS; and/or TNCC to be completed within 1 year of hire date as appropriate. Some campuses have cross-functioning requirements. Nurses with less than 1 year of experience please see our internship page Nurse Internships EDUCATION: Registered Nurse with current license to practice in the State of Pennsylvania or New Jersey (Warren Campus). PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Sit up to 2 hours per day; 1 hour at a time. Stand for up to 10 hours per day; 8 hours at a time. Walk 6 hours per day; 10 minutes at a time. Consistently lift, carry and push objects up to 10 pounds. Frequently lift and carry objects up to 25 pounds; frequently push objects up to 100+ pounds (i.e. stretchers and patients). Frequently stoop and bend. Frequently reach above shoulder level. Must have the ability to move quickly. Must be able to perceive attributes of an object through touch. Must be able to hear as it relates to normal conversation, high and low frequencies. Must be able to see as it relates to general, near, far, color and peripheral vision. Depth perception necessary. Ability to tolerate visual monotony. Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!! St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
RN PACU Full-time
UHS

Registered Nurse-RN - PACU - FT - Day Shift

UHS Enid, OK
Responsibilities Registered Nurse PACU/RECOVERY PRN St. Mary’s is a 229-bed, acute care hospital located in Enid, OK. St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center has served the healthcare needs of northwest Oklahoma for more than 100 years. We host more than 125 highly skilled physicians offering specialties in Cardiology, Neurology, Orthopedics, Emergency Medicine, Rehabilitation, Laboratory, Women’s Imaging, Wound Care, and more. Position Summery The RN has multiple roles and functions including caregiver, decision-maker, client advocate, manager, rehabilitator, comforter, communicator, and teacher. The functions include assessment of the nursing needs of the patient, initiation of the plan of care of nurse action, implementation of the plan of care and the evaluation of the process, by use of the nursing process. The Standards of Practice set forth by the professional nursing associations provide guidelines for the competent, safe and professional practice. The RN promotes the dignity and quality of the nursing care given to the patient. Full-Time Employee Benefits: Tuition Assistance Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Plans & 401k with company match Discounts with local St. Mary’s providers About Universal Health Services One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance, growing since its inception into a Fortune 500 corporation. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 99,000 employees. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates 28 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, 60 outpatient and other facilities in 39 U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. Qualifications Current RN licensure from the State of Oklahoma required. ADN required; BSN preferred. BLS required. ALS and PALS and required within 6 months of employment. ICU experience preferred. Basic computer skills required. EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams We are aware of a scam whereby imposters are posing as Recruiters from UHS, and our subsidiary hospitals and facilities. Beware of anyone requesting financial or personal information. At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.
RN PACU Full-time
UHS

RN - RECOVERY

UHS Enid, OK
Responsibilities Registered Nurse PACU/RECOVERY PRN St. Mary’s is a 229-bed, acute care hospital located in Enid, OK. St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center has served the healthcare needs of northwest Oklahoma for more than 100 years. We host more than 125 highly skilled physicians offering specialties in Cardiology, Neurology, Orthopedics, Emergency Medicine, Rehabilitation, Laboratory, Women’s Imaging, Wound Care, and more. Position Summery The RN has multiple roles and functions including caregiver, decision-maker, client advocate, manager, rehabilitator, comforter, communicator, and teacher. The functions include assessment of the nursing needs of the patient, initiation of the plan of care of nurse action, implementation of the plan of care and the evaluation of the process, by use of the nursing process. The Standards of Practice set forth by the professional nursing associations provide guidelines for the competent, safe and professional practice. The RN promotes the dignity and quality of the nursing care given to the patient. Full-Time Employee Benefits: Tuition Assistance Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Plans & 401k with company match Discounts with local St. Mary’s providers About Universal Health Services One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance, growing since its inception into a Fortune 500 corporation. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 99,000 employees. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates 28 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, 60 outpatient and other facilities in 39 U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. Qualifications Current RN licensure from the State of Oklahoma required. ADN required; BSN preferred. BLS required. ALS and PALS and required within 6 months of employment. ICU experience preferred. Basic computer skills required. EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams We are aware of a scam whereby imposters are posing as Recruiters from UHS, and our subsidiary hospitals and facilities. Beware of anyone requesting financial or personal information. At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.
RN PACU Full-time
Gateway Regional Medical Center

Registered Nurse - PACU

Gateway Regional Medical Center IL
$32 - $48 / hour
We are Gateway Regional Medical Center Our mission is to provide compassionate, high-quality healthcare services to our community, promoting wellness and healing through innovative treatments, advanced technology, and a dedicated team of professionals. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect, integrity, and excellence, ensuring that every patient receives personalized care in a safe and nurturing environment. Together, we strive to enhance the health and well-being of those we serve and to be a trusted partner in their journey to better health. Position Overview: An individual licensed by the State of Illinois to practice professional nursing within the statutory requirements of the Illinois Practice Act, to use the designation RN (Registered Nurse), and to work in compliance with Hospital and Departmental policies and procedures. Utilizes the nursing process to provide physical and psychosocial care to all patients during the pre- and post-operative phases. The nurse will assess, interpret patient data and intervene appropriately. Specifics: - Position: Registered Nurse-PACU - Department: Surgical Services -Location: Gateway Regional Medical Center 2100 Madison Ave. Granite City, IL 62040 -Position Status: Full-time -Work Schedule: M-F 8hour shifts + on Call Education Qualifications: Required: Graduate of an Accredited School of Professional Nursing Certification Qualifications: Required: Current Illinois Nursing License Required: Current Basic Life Support (AHA or American Red Cross BLS) certification Required: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (AHA or American Red Cross ACLS) Required: Pediatric Advanced Life Support (AHA or American Red Cross PALS) to be obtained within 3 months of hire Experience Qualifications: Two year medical-surgical nursing experience required One to two years of critical care nursing experience preferred. Company Benefits: Competitive salary and performance-based incentives Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans. Click Benefits Guide to see all available Retirement savings plan with employer matching Vacation time and holiday pay Shift differentials Supportive and inclusive work environment Pay Range: The pay range for this position is $32.00 - 48.00 per hour. Disclaimer: Pay is determined based on various factors, including education level, years of experience, relevant certifications, and specific skills related to the position. The final compensation package will be discussed with Human Resources to ensure fairness and alignment with the candidate's qualifications.
RN Manager/Supervisor PACU Full-time
University Hospital, Newark NJ

Assistant Nurse Manager, PACU

University Hospital, Newark NJ Newark, NJ
Responsibilities The primary purpose of the Assistant Nurse Manager position is to provide management of day- to-day shift operations of inpatient care unit. Directly responsible for daily staffing and reviews daily shift assignments to obtain efficiency and eliminate overtime. Is accessible, approachable, and visible to staff; seeks staff input; and serves as clinical mentor. Actively assists staff on routine matters and is first line of response to problem-solve. Ensures clinical competencies of staff and identifies areas in need of improvement. Communicates pertinent information to Nurse Manager. The Assistant Nurse Manager functions as a daily board runner to integrate and streamline clinical activities of all members of the Perioperative Services team. The Assistant Nurse Manager of the Operating Room has knowledge of the ANA, AORN, Joint Commission and Department of Health Standards of practice, and Patient Bill of Rights, Coaches staff to promote professional growth, maximum productivity, and proficiency. Qualifications Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey. Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing is preferred. BLS required. Must maintain valid certification by the American Heart Association in basic life support (BLS). Phlebotomy Certification or IV Certification is required. Proficiency in the English language is required. Two (2) years of progressively more responsible nursing experience, one (1) year of which shall have been in the service to which the candidate is applying.
RN PACU Full-time
AVALA

RN - PACU - Full-Time - AVALA Hospital - RH208, RH213, RH235, RH288

AVALA Covington, LA
$2500 sign-on bonus with commitment. Summary Provides direct patient care to all patient populations. Addresses the psychosocial, physical and general aspects of care related to the surgical environment. Assists with the maintenance of PACU equipment and inventory. Participates in performance improvement activities. Responsible for monitoring patient’s physiological status in the immediate postoperative environment. Communicates with surgeon and anesthesiologist continuously, and as needed, about patient conditions; receives direction for patient management. Intercedes to maintain optimum homeostasis. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. May be required to perform in the charge nurse role. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Able to perform a head-to-toe assessment on all patient populations and reassessments per facility policy. Provides care appropriate to disease condition and age of the patient. Demonstrates knowledge of perioperative factors that alter immediate postoperative phase. Identifies physical symptoms and changes and takes appropriate action in a timely manner. Demonstrates knowledge of airway management and procedures and the ability to use the equipment. Demonstrates ability to assess cardio-respiratory systems for changes and provides appropriate treatment. Observes behavioral and physiologic changes due to medications, takes appropriate actions and documents. Ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management. Demonstrates an ability to assist physicians with procedures. Carries out medical/surgical asepsis during treatments and special procedures. Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of patient and clinical condition. Follows the five medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors. Carries out safety measures to prevent patient from harming him/herself or others. Assesses level of consciousness and promotes activity. Encourages turn, cough, and deep breathe by exercises and position changes. Demonstrates knowledge of anesthetic drugs, actions and side effects. Demonstrates knowledge of arterial lines, spinal and epidural catheters and documents pertinent clinical information per policy. Has knowledge of emergency medications. Demonstrates knowledge of peripheral nerve block procedures and catheters; able to document pertinent clinical information per policy. Ability to formulate an individualized plan of care. Ability to revise plan of care as indicated by the patient’s response to treatment and evaluate overall plan for effectiveness. Formulates a teaching plan with patient and family based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning. Interacts professionally with patient/family. Responds appropriately to patient in an emergency or per ACLS or PALS protocol. Communicates effectively and thoroughly the patient’s condition upon transfer from PACU to the receiving unit Registered Nurse. Establishes and maintains effective communication and good working relationships with co-workers and health care team members for the patient’s benefit. Consults other departments as appropriate to provide an interdisciplinary approach to the patient’s needs. Orients new staff as needed. Maintains regulatory agency requirements, hospital and nursing policies, procedures and standards. Demonstrates knowledge of cardiac monitoring, identifies dysrhythmias, and treats appropriately based upon facility protocol. Able to perform 12 lead EKG as indicated. Able to perform waived testing (point-of-care testing) or moderate complexity testing per clinical laboratory guidelines and unit policy and procedure. Able to interpret results of laboratory tests and take appropriate action on test results. Notifies physician of any abnormal lab/test results. Completes specially assigned duties consistently and as schedule allows. Documentation meets current standards and policies. Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychological, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families. Functions as a liaison between patients, their families and other departments and other healthcare providers. Utilizes initiative; strives to maintain steady level of productivity; self-motivated. Organizes and manages activities reflecting due consideration for the needs of the department and staff. Charge Nurse Responsibilities: Makes daily patient assignments, monitors the daily surgery schedule and daily unit progress, reports changes to involved departments. Supports/oversees unit staff and monitors staffing efficiency. Monitors late and on call schedule. Staff's unit according to nursing standards. Supervises staff to ensure quality of nursing care, delegates’ specific duties and tasks. Monitors daily time sheets. Provides and controls supplies, and equipment needed for successful operation of the department. Directs and delegates control of inventories to ensure proper amounts available. Supervises care and cleanliness of equipment and supplies to ensure good working conditions. Effectively communicates pertinent issues to OR Director. Provides orientation to new staff members. Assists in the evaluation process. Promotes the hospital’s mission, values, and goals. Utilizes initiative, strives to maintain a steady level of productivity, completes assigned projects by due date. Knowledgeable of lab procedures and lab equipment. Participates in QA/PI activities, communicates results to staff. Completes other duties as assigned by Director. Communicates with OR Director regarding issues, conflicts, or operational occurrences in the department and participates with problem solving. Promotes professional growth of subordinates by sharing knowledge and/or directing them to sources if information appropriate to given situation. Utilizes journals, books, etc. to learn and/or improve new techniques and equipment. Core Competencies Action Orientation - Targets and achieves results, overcomes obstacles, accepts responsibility, establishes standards and responsibilities, creates a results-oriented environment, and follows through on actions. Communications - Communicates well both verbally and in writing. Effectively conveys and shares information and ideas with others. Listens carefully and understands various viewpoints. Presents ideas clearly and concisely and understands relevant detail in presented information. Creativity/Innovation - Generates novel ideas and develops or improves existing and new systems that challenge the status quo, takes risks, and encourages innovation. Critical Judgment - Possesses the ability to define issues and focus on achieving workable solutions. Consistently does the right thing by performing with reliability. Customer Orientation - Listens to customers, builds customer confidence, increases customer satisfaction, sets appropriate customer expectations, and responds to customer needs. Interpersonal Skills - Effectively and productively engages with others and establishes trust, credibility, and confidence with others. Leadership - Motivates, empowers, inspires, collaborates with, and encourages others. Builds consensus when appropriate. Focuses team members on common goals. Teamwork - Knows when and how to attract, develop, reward, and utilize teams to optimize results. Acts to build trust, inspire enthusiasm, encourage others, and help resolve conflicts and develop consensus in creating high-performance teams. Professional Requirements Meets dress code standards; adheres to policy dress code policy. Completes annual education requirements. Maintains regulatory requirements. Maintains patient confidentiality at all times. Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time. Wears identification while on duty, uses computerized punch time system correctly. Attends annual review and department in-services, as scheduled. Attends monthly staff meetings or reads staff meeting minutes. Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner. Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities. Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices. Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the hospital, as well as the focus statement of the department. Assists other staff members in performing any duty that enhances the delivery of patient care. Advanced Orthopedic and Spine Certification Requirements (CR.1c) As part of the Advanced Orthopedic and Spine Certification, at a minimum, the Program direct-care staff, must have eight (8) hours of education specific to the Program scope, initially, and at least annually thereafter. (CR.1e) As part of the Advanced Orthopedic and Spine Certification, staff possess adaptability to processes as related to up-to-date best practices, collaboration between departments, compliance with protocols/processes, communication, cooperation and exceptional customer service. Within 90 days of hire or, if currently employed, within 90 days of signing the job description, must adhere to: Orientation of Advanced Orthopedic and Spine Certification In compliance with the Program education requirements Completed department specific competencies Regulatory Requirements Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Current state Registered Nurse licensure in the state of Louisiana Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification Skills Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Basic computer knowledge. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires repetitive motions, standing, walking, bending, kneeling and stooping all day. The employee must frequently lift or move items weighing over 100 pounds.
RN PACU Part-time
OakBend Medical Center

PACU Registered Nurse - East Side Surgery Center

OakBend Medical Center Jacinto City, TX
Responsibilities The PACU Registered Nurse is responsible for managing the care of the pediatric and adult patient requiring a surgical procedure. The PACU RN is a professional nurse who is directly or indirectly responsible for delivering total nursing care to the perioperative patient during the post-operative phases of the perioperative stay. The PACU RN participates in the clinical assessment, planning for care, implantation of appropriate nursing techniques and evaluation of nursing interventions. Qualifications MINIMUM EDUCATION Graduate of an accredited nursing program. MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE Minimum of 1 year previous PACU experience REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS Current licensure in Texas as Registered Nurse. Certified though the American Heart Association in Basic Life Support. ACLS required within 6 months of hire. ABOUT OAKBEND: OakBend Medical Center is an independent hospital providing exceptional and compassionate care to patients and the community since 1950. The OakBend family consists of outstanding team members caring for the community at three hospitals and many specialty centers. OakBend’s services and programs include its signature No Wait ER, an advanced trauma center, certified stroke program, hospital air ambulance services and a hospital-based skilled nursing facility. We remain committed to providing a rewarding environment to our team members, to providing necessary services to the community and to developing the best methods to care for our patients, ensuring a healthy future for generations.