RN Surgery Recovery

Job Description

• Assess patient status upon arrival to the PACU, including respiratory status, oxygen saturation, vital signs, dressings, output from Foley and drains, and heart rhythms.
• Recognize and respond immediately to life‑threatening situations according to PACU protocol.
• Identify significant changes in patient condition, report to anesthesia, head nurse, charge nurse or surgeon, and document all appropriate actions.
• Implement the plan of care to assist the patient in returning to the outpatient area or surgical floor unit.
• Administer medications competently in accordance with hospital and departmental policies.
• Observe, document, and report patients’ responses to medications and nursing care in the EMR.
• Communicate accurate and thorough patient information upon relinquishing care to other healthcare workers.
• Participate as an effective member of the patient care team to facilitate the efficient operation of the PACU.
• Delegate responsibilities to others based on their roles, knowledge, and capabilities.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well‑stocked nursing unit free of safety hazards by the end of the shift.
• Monitor the Electronic Medical Record for new physician orders and diagnostic results.
• Perform all duties relating to real‑time scanning accurately and efficiently.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Associate’s of Nursing Required
• Bachelor’s of Nursing Preferred

• 1+ years experience in ICU or recovery Preferred
• 1+ years RN experience with surgical patients Required

• Registered Nurse (RN)
  Required

Physical Requirements – please see the link:

$33.28 - $61.91 per hour.

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance;
Life Insurance;
Disability Insurance;
Paid Time Off (from Day One); 403‑B Retirement Plan; 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave;
Career Development;
Whole Person Well‑being Resources;
Mental Health Resources and Support;
Pet Benefits.

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti‑discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.