Registered Nurse; RN), PACU, PRN

Summary

The PACU Registered Nurse (RN) provides specialized pre‑operative and post‑operative nursing care for surgical patients, following hospital policies and ASPAN standards to ensure safe, high‑quality patient outcomes. The role involves monitoring patients through all perioperative phases, including pre‑op, Phase I recovery, and Phase II recovery, while collaborating closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, nursing staff, and ancillary teams.

• Assessing, monitoring, and documenting patient conditions before and after surgery
• Developing and adjusting individualized care plans using critical thinking and clinical judgment
• Managing patient flow from pre‑op through discharge or transfer
• Administering medications safely and adhering to infection prevention and patient safety protocols
• Collaborating with anesthesia and interdisciplinary teams to prevent complications, falls, and adverse events
• Educating and communicating with patients and families regarding care plans and recovery
• Responding to emergencies and utilizing hospital escalation resources when needed
• Supporting teamwork, mentorship, process improvement, and compliance with Joint Commission, ASPAN, and hospital standards

PACU, ED, or Critical Care experience of 3+ years required.

• Current Maryland RN license (or eligibility)
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – Required within 1 year if not currently held
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) – Required within 6 months of hire if not currently held

Impact:
Join a team that values innovation and outcomes, delivering life‑saving care to our youngest and most vulnerable patients.

Growth:
Opportunities for professional development, including tuition reimbursement and development of foundational skills for neonatal critical care leadership and advanced certification.

Support: A culture of collaboration with resources like unit‑based practice councils and advanced clinical education support, improving workflow efficiency and patient outcomes and allowing you to work at the top of your license.

Benefits:
Competitive compensation (additional compensation such as overtime, shift differentials, premium pay, and bonuses may apply depending on job), comprehensive health plans, free parking, and wellness programs.

Life Bridge Health complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression.