Registered Nurse- PACU
Listed on 2026-08-06
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Nursing
Surgical Assistant, Operating Room Nurse, ICU Nurse, Nurse Anesthetist/CRNA
Overview
Clinical Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)- PT, Days
Overview
Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Nurse
The PACU Nurse provides high-quality, evidence-based care to patients recovering from anesthesia following a broad range of surgical and procedural interventions. This includes caring for patients emerging from general anesthesia, monitored anesthesia care (MAC), and local anesthesia. Surgical specialties supported include general surgery, neurosurgery, cardiac, and additional perioperative services. PACU nurses must demonstrate strong critical-thinking skills and an ICU-level clinical foundation to manage both unstable postoperative patients and those preparing for discharge home.
The role requires the ability to rapidly assess, intervene, and elevate care to ensure patient safety during the immediate postoperative period. PACU nurses work closely with anesthesia physicians, CRNAs, surgical teams, and perioperative departments to maintain a safe and efficient patient care environment. The position requires adaptability to fluctuating patient volumes, from high-intensity surgical days to low-volume periods requiring flexibility and readiness.
This role includes weekday and weekend call requirements, with rotating shifts self-scheduled through a structured rotation model.
Overview
Clinical Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)- PT, Days
Overview The Clinical Nurse reflects the mission, vision, and values of Indiana University Health, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and applicable regulatory and accreditation standards. The Registered Nurse (RN) is accountable for the provision and coordination of competent, evidence-based care across the care continuum, including assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
The Clinical Nurse participates in decision‑making, teaching, mentoring, and collaboration with the multidisciplinary team to support patient outcomes and operational efficiency. The nurse follows the ANA Scope and Standards of Professional Nursing and the Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements.
Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Nurse
The PACU Nurse provides high-quality, evidence-based care to patients recovering from anesthesia following a broad range of surgical and procedural interventions. This includes caring for patients emerging from general anesthesia, monitored anesthesia care (MAC), and local anesthesia. Surgical specialties supported include general surgery, neurosurgery, cardiac, and additional perioperative services. PACU nurses must demonstrate strong critical‑thinking skills and an ICU‑level clinical foundation to manage both unstable postoperative patients and those preparing for discharge home.
The role requires the ability to rapidly assess, intervene, and elevate care to ensure patient safety during the immediate postoperative period. PACU nurses work closely with anesthesia physicians, CRNAs, surgical teams, and perioperative departments to maintain a safe and efficient patient care environment. The position requires adaptability to fluctuating patient volumes, from high‑intensity surgical days to low‑volume periods requiring flexibility and readiness.
This role includes weekday and weekend call requirements, with rotating shifts self‑scheduled through a structured rotation model. Additional responsibilities may include assisting with bronchoscopy procedures, supporting preoperative preparation and patient flow, and assisting anesthesia providers with peripheral nerve block procedures. PACU nurses play a critical role in providing safe, compassionate, and timely postoperative care while upholding all regulatory, safety, and organizational standards within the perioperative environment.
Requirements Education: ASN required; BSN preferred.
Licensure:
Active RN license in Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license.
Accreditation:
Graduation from a nationally accredited nursing program is required. Candidates who did not graduate from an accredited program may be considered with more…
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