Registered Nurse - PACU

Shift Type: Monday-Thursday, 6:30 AM - 5:00 PM (Day);
On-call rotation typically 2 days/week including some weekends (call rotation example: Friday 6:30 AM - Monday 6:30 AM). Rotating (Day with On-call)

Candidate Pay Rate: $67 per hour

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day.

Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

• Perform thorough pre-anesthesia assessments and prepare patients safely for procedures
• Provide expert Phase I and Phase II post-anesthesia (PACU) care and monitoring
• Manage pain assessment and treatment to keep patients comfortable and stable
• Complete accurate, timely documentation in Epic and follow EPIC hardstop processes
• Carry out medication reconciliation and administer pre/post-operative medications
• Obtain operative/procedural consent and provide clear pre-op education to patients
• Recognize and respond to acute events, including following malignant hyperthermia protocol
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team including respiratory therapy and rapid response
• Support a blended pre-op/PACU environment by using clinical judgment for patient placement and staffing needs
• Participate in on-call coverage and float between units as needed

• Registered Nurse (RN) credential — ability to obtain Oregon licensure if not already licensed
• Minimum 2 years of clinical nursing experience, with PACU or pre/post-op experience preferred
• Epic charting experience required
• BLS required; ACLS and PALS strongly preferred
• Comfortable working in a blended pre-anesthesia/PACU environment and floating between units
• Ability to participate in on-call rotation (typically 2 days/week plus some weekends)
• Familiarity with ASPAN standards and patient acuity-based staffing practices is a plus

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN preferred)

• Pre-anesthesia assessments and pre-op medications
• Phase I and Phase II PACU care including monitoring and recovery
• Pain assessment and management strategies
• Interpretation and communication of lab values
• Isolation precautions and infection control
• Malignant hyperthermia recognition and protocol response
• Epic electronic charting and EPIC hardstop workflows
• Patient and family education for pre/post-operative care and discharge instructions
• Ability to manage diverse patient ages (pediatrics through geriatrics) and a variety of cases
• Supportive team culture that values your skills and growth
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help you get settled
• Travel reimbursement and housing support for contract clinicians
• Flexible scheduling with a clear 4x10 day shift cadence
• Paid time off opportunities so you can recharge between assignments
• Comprehensive onboarding and Epic charting support
• Opportunities to build PACU/pre-op specialty skills and advance your career
• No parking fees on site and a friendly community hospital environment

Seaside, Oregon is a classic coastal town with a lively promenade, wide sandy beaches perfect for long walks, and a family-friendly aquarium. When you’re off shift you can explore nearby Cannon Beach and iconic Haystack Rock, hike scenic trails at Ecola State Park or Tillamook Head, enjoy fresh seafood at local eateries, or take a short drive to historic Astoria for museums and riverfront views.

Outdoor adventures, small-town charm, and quick day trips make Seaside a great home base between shifts.

Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - PACU? Let's get you moving forward!

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