RN PACU

The post‑anesthesia care unit (PACU) nurse cares for patients who have undergone anesthesia. The PACU nurse is responsible for observing and treating a patient post‑operation and ensuring they safely awaken from anesthesia. The PACU nurse must monitor vital signs and levels of consciousness to make sure that sedation is wearing off properly, there are no adverse reactions occurring and patients are regaining consciousness.

• 1‑year recent (within the last 3 years) full‑time equivalent experience.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Registered Nurse License (in the state where care is provided).
• Basic Life Support certification.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification.
• Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification.

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing or related field.
• Procedural Sedation Competency.
• Minimum two (2) years of critical‑care experience with adult patients, preferably in the PACU environment.
• Minimum two (2) years of clinical care experience with pediatrics, preferably in ER, ICU or PACU environment.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience providing Procedural Sedation in an outpatient setting.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience in Pain Management injection procedures.

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) savings plan.
• Awards and recognition programs.
• * Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits.

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school‑based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.