Registered Nurse, PACU Outpatient​/Inpatient Surgery (36 hours, Day​/Night

Position Summary

Registered Nurse – Menino Post Anesthesia Care Unit/Pre‑Operative Unit, Boston Medical Center

Menino PACU (Outpatient/Inpatient Surgery)

36 hours, Day/Night, Every 3rd Weekend

The Menino PACU/Pre‑Operative Unit is a 52‑bay integrated procedural platform that delivers advanced intensive care monitoring and pre‑operative care. It serves as a holding area for procedural patients requiring specialized cardiac and interventional care, and operates as a high‑acuity recovery area for patients directly from the OR/Procedural areas.

• Adhere to Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing rules and regulations.
• Provide nursing assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, evaluation, and coordination of care for patients and their families.
• Participate in clinical, educational, quality, and fiscal patient care outcomes using the department’s model of care.
• Follow established agency policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines, and standards of practice.
• Effectively delegate appropriate patient care activities and manage stress related to critical patient issues.

• Diploma, ASN, or BSN (BSN preferred).
• Must obtain a BSN within 4 years if not current.

• Licensed as a registered nurse in Massachusetts.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.

• Basic computer proficiency for accessing, entering, and interpreting electronic data.
• Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Organizational skills to set priorities and efficiently complete assigned work.
• Multilingual skills beyond English preferred.
• Analytical ability to solve clinical nursing issues and conduct quality improvement projects.
• Physical ability to meet core job responsibilities and manage stress in a critical care setting.

• At least 1 year of nursing experience.
• Critical Care experience required (PACU, ED, ICU).
• Previous or current PACU experience strongly preferred.

Base pay range: $38.05 – $75.33 (estimates based on minimum qualifications). Total compensation includes benefits, contract increases, flexible spending accounts, 403(b) matches, paid time off, and career advancement opportunities.

Boston Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The hospital provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, expression, or any other protected characteristic. Applicants who need accommodation for medical conditions or disabilities may contact Talent Acquisition at the specified email or phone number.

Boston Medical Center is a COVID‑19 and flu vaccine‑required employer. The hospital participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program and requires a background check prior to employment. Applicants should only submit applications through the official website.