Registered Nurse PACU

Hourly Wage Estimate: $36.68 - $55.53 per hour Job Summary As a PACU Registered Nurse, you play a critical role in the immediate post‑operative care of surgical patients. Your responsibilities include managing airway support, closely monitoring neurological and cardiac status, responding promptly to any complications, providing initial wound care, ensuring patient stability during recovery, and collaborating with the surgical and anesthesia team. The role includes on‑call availability during select non‑business hours as discussed in the interview. Responsibilities Oversee and direct the care of the post‑surgical/post‑procedural patient. Bring specialized skills to serve specific age groups, including adult, adolescent, geriatric, or pediatric populations. Rotate to areas other than your assigned service area and perform duties for which you have demonstrated competency. Oversee and direct the care of assistive personnel, maintaining final accountability for the care given to assigned patients. Qualifications Current licensure in the State of Colorado as a Registered Nurse, or current active multi‑state Registered Nurse license. Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross. ACLS and PALS certifications. Graduate from an accredited school of nursing; BSN preferred. Minimum of one (1) year experience required; PACU, Ambulatory, Critical Care, or ED experience preferred. Benefits Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services. Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services. Paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage, and leaves of absence. 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, and retirement readiness tools. Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and partnership with Galen College of Nursing. Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts. Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. Equal Opportunity Statement 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr HCA HealthONE