pacu nurse

Apex Health 

<p><b>Job Summary</b></p><p>The Surgical / PACU Nurse is responsible for providing high-quality nursing care to patients undergoing surgical procedures and during their recovery from anesthesia. The role involves pre-operative preparation, intra-operative assistance (if applicable), and post-anesthesia monitoring to ensure patient safety and optimal recovery.</p><p><b>Key ResponsibilitiesPre-Operative Care</b></p><ul><li>Assess patients prior to surgery, including medical history and baseline observations</li><li>Prepare patients physically and emotionally for surgical procedures</li><li>Ensure completion of pre-operative checklists and documentation</li><li>Verify patient identity, consent, and surgical site</li></ul><p><b>Intra-Operative Support (if applicable)</b></p><ul><li>Assist surgical team as a scrub or circulating nurse</li><li>Maintain sterile environment and adhere to infection control protocols</li><li>Monitor patient condition during procedures</li></ul><p><b>Post-Anesthesia Care (PACU)</b></p><ul><li>Receive patients from the operating room and perform immediate assessment</li><li>Monitor vital signs, airway, breathing, and circulation</li><li>Assess level of consciousness and pain management needs</li><li>Identify and respond to post-anesthesia complications</li><li>Administer medications and treatments as prescribed</li><li>Ensure safe recovery and readiness for discharge or transfer</li></ul><p><b>Patient Safety &amp; Quality Care</b></p><ul><li>Adhere to clinical standards, policies, and safety protocols</li><li>Maintain accurate and timely documentation</li><li>Ensure infection prevention and control measures are followed</li><li>Participate in quality improvement initiatives</li></ul><p>Job Types: Full-time, Permanent</p><p>Education:</p><ul><li>Bachelor's (Required)</li></ul><p>Experience:</p><ul><li>OR/ PACU: 5 years (Required)</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

PACU Nurse

Baptist Health

<p></p><div><p>Department: Recovery Room
</p><p>Shift: Day
</p><p>Working Hours: 0800-2030 with call
</p><p>Summary:
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A Registered Nurse is responsible for planning, organizing, and administering care within the scope of his/her training and expertise, collaborating with other disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes is met. This is done in conjunction with the objectives and policies of the hospital and the Nurse Practice Act of the state of Arkansas.
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A PACU Nurse is a Registered Nurse who provides nursing care to patients following surgery. The PACU nurse will focus on providing post-anesthesia nursing care to the patient in the immediate post-anesthesia period and transitioning them to Phase II care, the inpatient setting, or to a critical care setting for continued care. The PACU nurse carefully monitors the condition of patients who are waking up for postoperative anesthesia The PACU nurse will monitor post-operative vital signs, assess levels of consciousness, and carefully observe patients for any side effects from anesthesia.<br>
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</p><p>Other information:<br>
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</p><p>A new RN graduate from an accredited nursing program or Registered Nurse in good standing, and licensed to practice in the state of Arkansas. BSN preferred. Applies basic knowledge and skills to meet standard of care. Is able to practice as a full partner of an interdisciplinary team. Healthcare CPR required, some areas may require ACLS, PALS and/or NALS - training is provided. Specialty units require and will provide specific specialty education.
</p><p>This job will be authorized 72.00 hours bi-weekly.</p></div>

RN Specialty Perianesthesia

Southern New Hampshire Health System

<div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Registered Nurse- Pre-Op/PACU</b></h1><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Full Time - 36 hours per week</b></h2><p><b>
Who We Are:</b></p><p></p><p>
SNHMC has nine operating room suites, 25 pre-op/PACU bays, and a sterile processing department. Hours are flexible, with 8 hour &amp; 10 hour shifts available. Services range from elective and non-elective procedures, including neurological, orthopedic, gynecological, urological, bariatric, colorectal, vascular, ENT, general, breast, and plastics. Surgical services are growing and evolving, utilizing the latest technology for the wide variety of procedures we perform.</p><p></p><p><b>
About the Job:</b></p><p></p><p>
PACU Registered Nurse cares/monitors patients (6 months to geriatric) who are recovering from a surgical, invasive or electroconvulsive therapy procedure that received some form of anesthesia (general, regional or local) in the outpatient or inpatient setting. The PACU RN responsibilities include all aspects of patient care prior to, and following surgery, including monitoring vital signs, continual reassessment, wound care, management of pain and nausea, and education of patients and their family about homecare instructions. The Registered Nurse is accountable to the Unit Manager.</p><p></p><p><b>
What You&rsquo;ll Do:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Delivers nursing care by utilizing a patient-centered approach incorporating the Professional Practice Model.</p></li><li><p>
Provides patient-centered care through teamwork and collaboration to achieve quality patient outcomes.</p></li><li><p>
Integrates best practices and current evidence-based practices for delivery of optimal health care.</p></li><li><p>
Utilizes data to improve quality and safety.</p></li><li><p>
Incorporates informatics and technology to communicate, manage information, mitigate errors, and support decision making.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Who You Are:
</b></p><ul><li><p>Graduate from an accredited school of Nursing with a current NH License as a Registered Nurse</p></li><li><p>
1-2 years telemetry or critical care nursing experience (Pre-OP/PACU experience preferred)</p></li><li><p>
BLS, ACLS &amp; PALS preferred</p></li><li><p>
Ability to achieve the following competencies:</p><ul><li><p><b>
Within 90 days</b>: Pre-anesthesia care for patients aged 6 months through adulthood, Post-anesthesia care for patients aged 6 months through adulthood with a focus on the management of airway, pain and post-op nausea and vomiting, Intravenous Therapy, Manage and assist patients receiving commonly used anesthesia techniques (general, regional, local, MAC)</p></li><li><p><b>
Within 180 days</b>: Pre-, intra-, post-procedural care of patients undergoing electroconvulsive therapy, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Basic Dysrhythmia</p></li></ul></li></ul><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Why You&rsquo;ll Love Us:</b></h2><ul><li><p>
Southern NH Medical Center is a 5-time Magnet designated hospital</p></li><li><p>
Health, dental, prescription, and vision coverage for full-time &amp; part-time employees</p></li><li><p>
Medical, dental, and vision coverage</p></li><li><p>
Life insurance</p></li><li><p>
Short- and long-term disability</p></li><li><p>
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)</p></li><li><p>
Competitive pay</p></li><li><p>
Tuition &amp; Certification Reimbursement</p></li><li><p>
Nursing Student Loan Paydown Program</p></li><li><p>
403(b) Retirement Savings Plan</p></li><li><p>
Education &amp; Paid training courses for continued career progression</p></li></ul><p></p><p>
&amp; So much more!</p></div><p></p>

Registered Nurse (RN) - Pre-Op/PACU - Full Time

Surgery Ventures

<p></p><div><p>As a Clinical Nurse Coordinator - PACU , your voice to influence patient care is valued and empowered at every turn &ndash;whether through open, collaborative relationships with your direct manager or more formal opportunities through hospital councils and national nursing initiatives. You'll help shape decisions that elevate both patient outcomes and the future of nursing.</p><p>
Do you want to work where you have a voice? Nurses are at the forefront of our commitment to the care and improvement of human life. At HCA Healthcare, there are many ways for nurses to have a voice through professional practice councils, advisory councils, vital voices surveys, and units of distinction. We learn from our multi-generational nursing family. We partner with our Nurses at El Paso Surgery - West!</p><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Summary and Qualifications</b></h5><p>
The Clinical Nurse Coordinator (CNC) ensures and delivers high quality, patient-centered care and coordination of all functions in the unit/department during the designated shift. In collaboration with other members of the management team, the CNC directs, monitors, and evaluates nursing care in accordance with established policies/procedures, serves as a resource person for staff, and models a commitment to the organization&rsquo;s vision/mission/values to support an unparalleled patient experience and clinical outcomes that contribute to overall departmental performance.</p><p><b>
What you will do in this role:</b></p><p></p><ul><li>
Assists with admission and discharge processes to ensure efficient throughput and high quality, patient-centered care.</li><li>
Participates in the ongoing assessment of the quality of patient care services provided in the unit, in collaboration with other members of the management team.</li><li>
Collaborates with subject matter experts and other managers to create an environment of teamwork that supports improved outcomes and service.</li><li>
Supports a patient-first philosophy and engages in service recovery when necessary.</li><li>
Supports the efforts of the facility to improve engagement by operationalizing current nursing strategies, including employee rounding, hourly rounds, and other initiatives.</li><li>
Provides recommendations related to interviewing, selecting, and training new staff. Recommends and implements courses of action, including training and development, conflict resolution, personnel policy compliance, completion of performance evaluations, and/or disciplinary actions to ensure a competitively better organization.</li><li>
Assists with staff scheduling. Manages all practical aspects of staff labor in accordance with patient care needs and established productivity guidelines.</li><li>
Supports proper inventory control and assists with managing supplies and equipment.</li></ul><p></p><h6 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
What qualifications you will need:</b></h6><p></p><ul><li>
Associate Degree in Nursing - Required</li><li>
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing/BSN - Highly Preferred</li><li>
1+ years experience in perioperative healthcare-Required</li><li>
1+ years experience in leadership role-Preferred</li><li>
Additional specialty experience may be required as per facility practices(i.e. Pediatric, GI, etc)</li><li>
Active RN license as required by state of employment or appropriate compact licensure.</li><li>
Required valid BCLS Certification upon employment. ***online certification not acceptable.</li><li>
ACLS, PALS and/or other as required for patient care area and by facility.</li></ul><p></p><p>
</p><p></p><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Benefits</b></h5><p>
El Paso Surgery - West, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:</p><ul><li><b>
Comprehensive benefits</b> for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services</li><li><b>
Wellbeing support,</b> including free counseling and referral services</li><li><b>
Time away from work</b> programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence</li><li><b>
Savings and retirement resources</b>, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling</li><li><b>
Education support</b> through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing</li><li><b>
Additional benefits</b> for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts</li></ul>
<p>Learn more about Employee Benefits</p><p><b><i>
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.</i></b></p><p></p><p>
&quot;Nurses play a pivotal role and are the backbone of healthcare delivery. At HCA Healthcare, we are dedicated to ensuring nurses have necessary tools and resources to provide world-class patient care, advocating for the profession and helping to shape the future of nursing.&quot;</p><p>
Sammie Mosier, DHA, MA, BSN, NE-BC</p><p></p><p>
Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Executive, HCA Healthcare</p><p></p><p><b>
El Paso Surgery Center -West</b> is an AAAHC accredited facility. We are affiliated with HCA Healthcare. Ourcenter is dedicated to providing the highest level of care to our patients. We perform over 450cases a month in cosmetic, ophthalmology, dental, ENT, pain management, GYN, and podiatryprocedures.</p><p>
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World&rsquo;s Most Ethical Companies&reg; by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for thedelivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.</p><p></p><p>
If this opportunity is your next step in your career path, we encourage you to apply for our Clinical Nurse Coordinator - PACU opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted by a member of our team. <b><i>We are interviewing apply today!</i></b></p><p><i>
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.</i></p><p></p><p>
#ASD-AFHP</p></div>

Clinical Nurse Coordinator - PreOp PACU

SCA Health

<div>Overview:
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At SCA Health, we believe <b>health care is about people</b> &ndash; the patients we serve, the physicians we support and the teammates who push us forward. Behind every successful facility, procedure or innovation is a team of 15,000+ professionals working together, learning from each other and living out the <b>mission, vision and values</b> that define our organization.</div><div></div><div><br>
As part of Optum, SCA Health is redefining specialty care by developing more accessible, patient-centered practice solutions for a network of more than 370 ambulatory surgical centers, over 400 specialty physician practice clinics and numerous labs and surgical hospitals. Our work spans a broad spectrum of services, all designed to support physicians, health systems and employers in delivering efficient, value-based care to patients without compromising quality or autonomy.</div><div><br>
</div><div><b>What sets SCA Health apart isn&rsquo;t just what we do, it&rsquo;s how we do it</b>. Each decision we make is rooted in <b>seven core values</b>:</div><div></div><ul><li><b><br>
Clinical quality</b></li><li><b>
Integrity</b></li><li><b>
Service excellence</b></li><li><b>
Teamwork</b></li><li><b>
Accountability</b></li><li><b>
Continuous improvement</b></li><li><b>
Inclusion</b></li></ul><div></div><div><br>
Our values aren&rsquo;t empty words &ndash; they inform our attitudes, actions and culture. At SCA Health, your work directly impacts patients, physicians and communities. Here, you&rsquo;ll find opportunities to build your career alongside a team that values your expertise, invests in your success, and shares a common mission to care for patients, serve physicians and improve health care in America.<br>
</div><div></div><div>At SCA Health, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k plan with company match, paid time off, life and disability insurance, and more. Please visit, https://careers.sca.health/why-sca, to learn more about our benefits.</div><div></div><div><br>
Your ideas should inspire change. If you join our team, <b>they will</b>.</div>
Accountabilities / Responsibilities:
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We are actively hiring for a <b>Registered Nurse (RN) PACU</b>. Rotation - Preop, Pacu and Pain Management.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Primary Responsibilities:</b></div><ul><li>
Assess patient status throughout the episode of care</li><li>
Develop an individualized perianesthesia plan of care by implementing:</li><li>
Provide hand-off report to other teammates that are accurate, concise and pertinent to the patient&rsquo;s condition and response to care.</li><li>
Perform all other duties as assigned.</li></ul>
Qualifications:
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Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing.</li><li>
One year of PACU experience preferred.</li><li>
Current state licensure to practice within good standings.
</li><li>Successful completion of Basic Life Support (BLS) or Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) within 90 days of employment or documentation of current BLS/BCLS certification.</li><li>
Successful completion of Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Course within 90 days of employment or documentation of current ACLS certification.
</li><li>Successful completion of Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) course is required when pediatric care is included in the facility scope services within 90 days of employment or documentation of current PALS certification.
</li><li>Specialty certification in Perioperative Nursing or Perianesthesia is preferred.</li></ul><div></div>
Min: USD $30.00/Hr. Max: USD $35.00/Hr.</div>

Registered Nurse PACU II - Mobile Surgery Center

The University of Michigan

<p></p><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Mission Statement</b></h2><p>
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Summary</b></h2><p>
Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan medicine is comprised of over 26,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
What Benefits can you Look Forward to?</b></p><p>
Nursing at Michigan offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits!</p><p>
Hourly range for Registered Nurses $41.78 - $64.81 / hour</p><ul><li>
Evening Shift Differential-$3.00 / hour</li><li>
Night Shift Differential- $4.00 / hour</li><li>
Day Shift Weekend Differential- $2.90 / hour</li><li>
Evening Shift Weekend Differential- $5.90 / hour</li><li>
Night Shift Weekend Differential- $6.90 / hour</li><li>
Charge Nurse Differential- $1.00 / hour</li></ul><p>
The benefit package includes:</p><ul><li>
Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage</li><li>
2:1 Match on retirement savings and immediate vesting</li><li>
Generous Paid Time Off Allowances</li><li>
Robust Tuition and Certification support programs</li><li>
Large offering of no cost CEs and professional development for advancement</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Responsibilities*</b></h2><p>
Provide direct patient care to multiple surgical population (ICU, general care and OP).<br>
Maintain patient's airway, VS/I&amp;O.<br>
Monitor EKG, arterial line, PA catheter, etc. Pain management (PCA and Epidural).<br>
Participate as a member of the collaborative health team.<br>
Provide patient/family education.<br>
Prepare unit for Pre-op patients (IV set-up review charts for H&amp;P, consent, etc.).<br>
Provide direct care for pre-op &amp; post-op patients.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Required Qualifications*</b></h2><ul><li>
Current licensure to practice nursing in the State of Michigan.</li><li>
Recent experience in Preop/ Phase 1 recovery within the last two (2) years, cardiovascular experience preferred.</li></ul><br>
Note: Required qualifications must be met by the candidate by start date in order to be interviewed and considered for the position.<br>
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RESUME REQUIRED (for both internal &amp; external applicants):<br>
You must attach a complete and accurate resume to be fully considered for this position.<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Desired Qualifications*</b></h2><p>
BSN<br>
CPAN and CAPA certified.<br>
Recent experience in vascular, cardiac, thoracic IR and transplant services.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Nursing Specific Info</b></h2><p>
Salary &amp; Nursing Framework Level:<br>
This UMPNC RN posting is posted as Nursing Framework LEVEL C.<br>
Actual Nursing Framework LEVEL and salary will be determined at time of hire.<br>
Nursing Framework levels range from Level A to Level F.<br>
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Required qualifications must be met by the candidate in order to be interviewed and considered for the position.<br>
Posting may be filled after the initial 5-day posting period. Applicants who have left the UMPNC bargaining unit must include on their resume dates of past employment including months and years of service along with effort. Positions less than 20 hours/week may be combined.<br>
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If you have questions regarding this posting or would like assistance with nursing opportunities please contact Nurse Recruitment at (734) 936-5183.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Modes of Work</b></h2><p>
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Work Schedule</b></h2><p>
Hours: 20 hours/week<br>
Shift: Day/Evening rotator with variable start times. Weeknight, weekend, and holiday call shifts required. (45 minute call/response time)<br>
Location: Cardiovascular Center- PACU<br>
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Note: All new employees will be expected to float to a designated unit(s) in times of low census.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Union Affiliation</b></h2><p>
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Michigan Nurses Association and the U-M Professional Nurse Council union, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Background Screening</b></h2><p>
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
U-M EEO Statement</b></h2><p>
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.</p></div></div></div><p></p>
<br><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Opening ID</b></h3>
<div><p>276183</p>
</div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Working Title</b></h3>
<div><p>REGISTERED NURSE- Cardiovascular Center- PACU</p>
</div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Title</b></h3>
<div><p>REGISTERED NURSE - LEVEL C</p>
</div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Work Location</b></h3>
<div><p>Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor</p>
</div></div><p>Ann Arbor, MI</p>
<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Modes of Work</b></h3>
<div><p>Onsite
</p></div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Full/Part Time</b></h3>
<div><p>Part-Time</p>
</div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Regular/Temporary</b></h3>
<div><p>Regular</p>
</div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>FLSA Status</b></h3>
<div><p>Nonexempt</p>
</div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Organizational Group</b></h3>
<div><p>Um Hospital</p>
</div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Department</b></h3>
<div><p>MM PACU - CVC</p>
</div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Posting Begin/End Date</b></h3>
<div><p>4/10/2026 - 4/17/2026</p>
</div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Career Interest</b></h3>
<div><p>Nursing- All Nursing
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Nursing- Surgical Services: OR/ PACU</p></div></div></div>

REGISTERED NURSE- Cardiovascular Center- PACU

Registered Nurse

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