PACU Registered Nurse- RN PACU

Registered Nurse (RN) in Santa Fe, NM

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join a Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) team. The PACU RN provides critical post-operative nursing care to patients recovering from anesthesia, ensuring patient stability, comfort, safety, and prompt intervention when conditions change.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect patient care in the Recovery/Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) using the nursing process, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Monitor patients closely following surgical procedures and anesthesia, recognizing and responding promptly to changes in condition.
• Address the physical, psychosocial, and cultural needs of patients and their families.
• Provide safe, compassionate, and patient-centered nursing care throughout the recovery process.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, anesthesia providers, nurses, and other members of the healthcare team regarding patient status, changes in condition, and response to treatment.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Follow established standards, policies, and procedures for patient care and safety.
• Collaborate with the surgical and multidisciplinary care teams to support optimal patient outcomes.
• Report to the Director of Surgery or designated nursing leader.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited nursing program.
• Current, active, and unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required within three months of employment.
• At least one year of PACU or related post-operative nursing experience preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced surgical and post-anesthesia environment.

Must-Have Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Nursing.
• Active and unencumbered RN license.
• Current BLS certification.
• At least one year of experience working in PACU.

Compensation & Benefits

• Sign-on bonus of up to $30,000.
• Relocation assistance may be available.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Flexible spending and health savings account options.
• Paid time off and extended illness benefits for eligible full-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness/injury, short-term and long-term disability, and identity theft protection programs.
• Tuition reimbursement and educational loan assistance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
• Employee assistance and wellness programs supporting mental, physical, and financial well-being.
• Professional development, education, and career advancement opportunities.