Registered Nurse; RN - PACU

Registered Nurse (RN) – PACU

Location:

Salt Lake City, UT, USA.

Position Type:
Full-time (30–40+ hours/week). Hourly.

Salary Range: $41.00 to $48.00 per hour.

• Possesses knowledge related to the physiology associated with various anesthesia techniques and surgical interventions.
• Assesses and prepares patients for procedures appropriately.
• Applies the appropriate post‑sedation scoring and assesses the patient’s postoperative status to include cardiovascular and respiratory systems, airway management needs, neurological system, hemodynamic stability, pain, comfort needs, and mental status, implementing appropriate interventions to maintain or return all physiological systems to baseline or above.
• Performs clinical assessment of the patient and readily recognizes contraindications for anesthesia and/or surgical intervention.
• Ensures comprehensive documentation of all phases of care, with timely, complete, and accurate entries in the electronic health record (EHR).

• Holds an associate degree from an NLN‑accredited university and a current RN license in any state.
• Has and maintains current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications.
• Has practiced as an RN in an acute or long‑term setting for at least the last two years.

• Must be able to stand or sit for more than 8 hours per day.
• Must be willing to work overtime if necessary.
• Must be able to use an elevator or walk up and down stairs.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds and carry up to 10 feet.
• Must be able to routinely grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbows/knees and reach above and below shoulders.
• Must be able to read and interpret handwritten and typewritten print.
• Must be able to communicate by voice and detect sound by ear.
• Must be able to perform duties in an indoor or outdoor environment.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background investigation.
• Must undergo urine drug screening (UDS).

Vighter LLC is an equal‑opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Position is contingent upon contract award.