PACU RN

About Us

Vascular Surgery Medical Group is a busy and growing vascular practice specializing in minimally invasive vascular procedures, vascular ultrasound, and patient-centered care. Our mission is to help patients improve their quality of life through advanced vascular treatment and compassionate care.

We are a collaborative, team-oriented practice focused on delivering exceptional patient outcomes while maintaining the highest standards of safety, professionalism, and clinical excellence. We are currently seeking an experienced and compassionate PACU Registered Nurse (RN) to join our clinical team.

The PACU Registered Nurse (RN) assists in the daily clinical operations of the Pre-Op and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) in accordance with established Federal, State, AAAHC/CMS accreditation standards, and practice policies and procedures. This position is responsible for providing direct patient care before and after vascular and procedural cases while ensuring a clean, organized, safe, and efficient clinical environment.

The PACU RN monitors patient status throughout the perioperative period, supports physicians and procedural staff, and promotes high-quality patient care and safety standards in the outpatient vascular surgery setting.

Reports To:

Angio Suite Nursing Director / Clinical Leadership

Per Diem, Part Time or Full Time opportunity.

• Provide direct patient care in the Pre-Op and PACU setting
• Perform patient assessments, monitoring, and documentation before and after procedures
• Monitor patients recovering from procedural sedation and anesthesia
• Administer medications, IV therapy, and treatments in accordance with physician orders and nursing standards
• Assess and respond appropriately to changes in patient condition
• Provide patient and family education regarding procedures, recovery, medications, and discharge instructions
• Ensure accurate and timely charting within the EMR system
• Maintain patient safety and infection control standards throughout all phases of care
• Assist physicians and procedural staff during patient preparation and recovery
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe clinical environment
• Ensure proper stocking and maintenance of clinical equipment and supplies
• Participate in quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and accreditation readiness activities
• Follow established Federal, State, OSHA, HIPAA, AAAHC/CMS, and practice guidelines
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, and clinical staff to support efficient patient flow and positive patient outcomes
• Assist with emergency response procedures as needed
• Support overall clinic and Angio Suite workflow and patient experience

• Current California Registered Nurse (RN) license required
• Current BCLS certification required
• Current ACLS certification required
• Minimum two (2) years of clinical nursing experience required
• Clinical experience with an emphasis in PACU, surgery, emergency room, critical care, or procedural care required
• Knowledge of Federal, State, OSHA, HIPAA, and accreditation standards
• Strong understanding of patient assessment, procedural recovery, and emergency response protocols
• Experience with EMR systems such as Athena, Epic, or similar
• Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills
• Excellent communication and patient service skills
• Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced procedural environment

• Experience in vascular surgery, interventional radiology, or outpatient surgery center environment
• Moderate sedation recovery experience preferred
• Experience with AAAHC or CMS accredited facilities
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
• IV therapy and procedural care experience strongly preferred

• Monday – Friday
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