Registered Nurse Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU RN)

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $50 $76/hr | $103,000 $158,000 annually

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled PACU Registered Nurse to provide critical post-operative care for patients recovering from anesthesia. This role requires strong clinical judgment and the ability to respond quickly to changing patient conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor patients recovering from anesthesia, including airway, vitals, and neurological status
• Manage pain control and post-operative complications
• Provide rapid intervention in emergency situations
• Communicate patient status to surgical and anesthesia teams
• Prepare patients for discharge or transfer to inpatient units

Qualifications

• Active RN license
• BLS and ACLS required (PALS preferred for pediatric settings)
• PACU, ICU, or critical care experience strongly preferred
• Ability to work in high-acuity, fast-paced environments