Registered Nurse - PACU

This is a dynamic nursing position within the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), providing specialized care to patients recovering from anesthesia and surgical procedures. The RN will closely monitor patients' vital signs, assess recovery progress, manage pain, and identify potential post-operative complications. Working collaboratively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and an interdisciplinary team, nurses will ensure safe, high-quality patient care while supporting a smooth transition from recovery to discharge or the next level of care. Why Nurses Choose This Role Day-one medical, dental, and vision benefits Flexible scheduling and generous paid time off to support work-life balance Tuition support programs and career advancement opportunities, including specialty certifications Retirement match and competitive total rewards package Mental Health, well-being, telehealth, and therapy resources for you and your family Location Details Location: 25 Hospital Center Blvd Hilton Head, South Carolina 29926 Schedule: Full Time Shift: Monday through Friday, working 3–4 shifts per week with 10-hour shifts. Staggered shift options include8:00 AM–6:30 PM, 9:00 AM–7:30 PM, and 10:00 AM–8:30 PM. The position also includes a rotating on-call schedule, with call responsibilities shared among a team of five nurses. What We’re Looking For: Education: 4 Year / Bachelors Degree, preferred. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. If your RN nursing license has been inactive, retired or lapsed for five years or more and you have not been licensed in another state during the last five years, successful completion of a Board approved refresher course is required prior to reactivating or reinstating your license. In order to be considered for current licensure status, you must apply for reinstatement within one year of completing the refresher course. Experience: One year relevant experience, preferred. Licensure/Certification: Current RN licensure in appropriate state, required. What You’ll Do: Assess and prioritize patients across a wide range of conditions, injuries, and acuity levels Respond quickly to changing patient needs using critical thinking, clinical judgment, and evidence-based practice Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and interdisciplinary team members to deliver coordinated care Administer medications, treatments, and emergency interventions in a fast-paced environment Educate, support, and advocate for patients and families throughout their emergency care experience #J-18808-Ljbffr Novant Health