Registered Nurse (RN) PACU

Job Description

Registered Nurse (RN) PACU
Job Type: FT | Day
Wage scale: $42.14 - $78.11 per hour

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This is a Union Position. 

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Your experience matters

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At Trios Health, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a registered nurse (RN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

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How you'll contribute 

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You will provide direct and indirect patient care in the Recovery/Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) using the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Meets the physical, psychosocial, and cultural needs of patients and families. Communicates effectively with all members of the healthcare team regarding changes in patient condition or response to treatment. 

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Essential Functions

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• Performs duties as assigned and requested.
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• Completes focused patient assessments and reassessments based on patient's condition, procedures, medications, and treatments.
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• Adequately assesses and reassesses pain; utilizes appropriate pain management techniques.
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• Provides patient care and communicates effectively with patients of all ages and with specific needs.
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• Demonstrates knowledge of medications and ensures correct administration following the six rights to minimize medication errors.
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• Assists physicians with procedures and provides services requiring technical and manual skills.
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• Performs treatments and delivers care within licensure scope.
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• Ensures patient safety by performing all aspects of care in an environment that reduces the likelihood of errors.
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• This position will take call.
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What we offer

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Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:  

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• $10,000 - $20,000 Commitment-incentive bonus based on experience
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• $2.25 - $4.50 Shift differential
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• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts  
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• Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full-time employees 
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• Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage 
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• Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching  
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• Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness 
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• Professional development and growth opportunities
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Qualifications and requirements
\n Applicants should have a current state RN license and possess a bachelor's degree or associate degree from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include:

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• BLS, ACLS, TNCC required 
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• 1 year of experience required
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About our Health System
\n Trios is a 111-bed hospital located in Kennewick, WA, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

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Pay Transparency Notice
\n If you bel this job posting does not include accurate or complete pay information in accordance with the  Washington State Equal Pay and Opportunities Act , please inform us immediately.  You can contact us at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com to report the issue.  For more information on your rights under Washington's pay transparency laws, visit the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries website at:  

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EEOC Statement

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"Trios is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Trios is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

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Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.

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