RN Main PACU

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RN Main PACUNKC Health
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You will provide expert post-anesthesia care for patients recovering from a diverse range of procedures. From quick outpatient surgeries to complex, high-risk cases, our PACU nurses are vital in ensuring patients smooth recovery and safe transition to their next phase of care whether its inpatient, outpatient discharge, or critical care.

Work with a wide range of acuity and procedures, including gynecology, urology, vascular, cardiac, pulmonary, trauma, orthopedics, plastics, neurosurgery, gastroenterology, and interventional radiology. No two days are the same!

Magnet Hospital:
Join an organization recognized for nursing excellence, with shared governance guiding decision-making both globally and at the unit level.

Specialized Expertise:
You will provide immediate post-anesthesia care, prioritizing life-sustaining needs and critical thinking to support patients during a critical time in their recovery journey.

Collaboration & Autonomy:
Build strong, trusting relationships with surgeons and anesthesia providers, fostering a supportive and empowered team environment.

SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the department director/charge nurse, provides care for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

EXPERIENCE:

One year critical care or PACU experience SPECIAL

SKILLS:

Hemodynamics, phlebotomy and airway management OTHER:
Basic computer skills LICENSE/CERT:

Required:

RN (Registered Nurse) State of Missouri, BLS (Basic Life Support) from AHA (American Heart Association), ACLS (Advance Cardiac Life Support) from AHA (American Heart Association)

EDUCATION:

Required:

Associates - Nursing, Preferred:
Bachelors - Nursing About NKC Health North Kansas City Hospital and Meritas Health are now NKC Health. For nearly 70 years, we’ve worked to improve the health and well-being of patients and families across our region. As NKC Health, we keep that promise every day by bringing innovative, comprehensive care that’s always delivered with kindness. With more than 4,700 staff members — including over 600 dedicated physicians — along with specialists and caregivers across 35 locations and counting, we offer everything you need to live your healthiest life.

We can’t wait to welcome you.(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Details
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** 04-Jan-26
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** North Kansas City, Missouri
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** General Nursing
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