PACU Registered Nurse

RN INPATIENT - All Post-Anesthesia Care Units (PACU) - University of New Mexico Hospital - Albuquerque

We have immediate RN hiring across our PACU departments.

Apply and we will have a hiring manager contact you within 48 hours to discuss your interests and placement.

Sign-On Bonus Available

Relocation Assistance Available

Receive 17% Weekday Nights, 26% Weekend Nights and 15% Weekend Day shift differentials

Base Rate based on experience:

Minimum Offer

$ 34.84/hr.

Maximum Offer

$ 47.33/hr.

Compensation Disclaimer

Compensation for this role is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to experience, education, and other business and organizational considerations.

CURRENTLY HIRING WITHIN:

Pediatric Post-Anesthesia Care Unit 

We are seeking compassionate and skilled Pediatric PACU nurses to join our dynamic team in providing exceptional post-anesthesia care to infants, children, and adolescents. In our fast-paced Pediatric Post-Anesthesia Care Unit, you will play a critical role in safely recovering young patients following surgery and anesthesia, utilizing your expertise in pediatric assessment, pain management, airway management, and family-centered care. This is a 12-hour shift position that offers a rewarding blend of clinical challenge and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and their families during a vulnerable time. If you thrive in a supportive, team-oriented environment and are passionate about pediatric nursing, we invite you to bring your dedication and clinical excellence to our Pediatric PACU.

Post-Anesthesia Care Unit 

Join a high-performing team at UNMH as a PACU RN , where you’ll provide expert care to patients before and after surgery. In the pre-op phase , you’ll perform assessments, start IVs, ease anxiety, and ensure seamless and safe surgical coordination. Postoperatively, you’ll monitor patients across a wide range of acuity—from outpatient to ICU-level care—including pediatric, adult, obstetric, and cardiac cases.

This fast-paced unit offers the chance to grow your critical care skills while working alongside an interdisciplinary team. As a clinical leader and patient advocate, you’ll make a direct impact on recovery, safety, and comfort.

If you’re passionate about perioperative care and thrive in dynamic settings, join the UNMH PACU team —where every moment matters.

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JOB SUMMARY :
Work within the nursing process to provide direct nursing care to assigned patients. Provide clinical leadership for other staff and assumes relief charge duties when designated. Serve as a role model to promote a positive work environment and quality patient care. Ensures adherence to Hospital and Departmental Policies and Procedures. Patient care assignment may include; Neonate, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult and Geriatric age groups.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
* PATIENT CARE - Deliver safe direct care to an assigned group of patients as required
* POLICIES - Work within Hospitals, Nursing division and departmental policies
* CARE PLAN - Work in collaboration with the healthcare team, implement and document individualized care plans incorporating age specific considerations, including discharge planning and patient/family teaching
* TESTS AND PROCEDURES - Assist with special tests and procedures, ensure proper consent has been obtained
* PARTICIPATION - Participate in orientation; upon successful completion of preceptor training assume precepting and evaluation responsibilities of new personnel
* EMERGENCY MEASURES - Assist with or institute emergency measures for sudden, adverse developments in patients
* MEDICAL RECORDS - Ensure that patient medical records contain necessary information
* INQUIRIES - Answer telephones and triage calls as per departmental policy
* MEDICATION - Administer medication, including IV medication, via the Seven Rights; document and communicate clinical findings
* ENVIRONMENT - Maintain a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with Hospitals standards
* DEVELOPMENT - Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, reading current literature, attending in-services, meetings and workshops
* PATIENT SAFETY 1 - Follow patient safety-related policies, procedures and protocols
* PATIENT SAFETY 2 - Demonstrate proactive approach to patient safety by seeking opportunities to improve patient safety through questioning of current policies and processes
* PATIENT SAFETY 3 - Identify and report/correct environmental conditions and/or situations that may put a patient at undue risk
* PATIENT SAFETY 4 - Report potential or actual patient safety concerns, medical errors and/or near misses in a timely manner
* PATIENT SAFETY 5 - Encourage patients to actively participate in their own care by asking questions and reporting treatment or situations that they don't understand or may "not seem right"

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

Nationally Accredited Nursing Program Graduate

CERTIFICATIONS:

RN MATRIX - Complete and maintain unit/clinic based required certifications and competencies as listed in the department expectations and/or the unit/clinic education matrix

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of New Mexico or as allowed by reciprocal agreement by the State of New Mexico

CPR Certification for Healthcare/BLS Providers or for Professional Rescuers or must obtain within 30 calendar days of start date

TESTING REQUIREMENTS:

Obtain UNMH IV Verification within 6 months of position

Tuberculosis testing is completed upon hire and additionally as required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

PREFERRED EDUCATION:

Bachelor's Degree of Science in Nursing

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

Bilingual English/Spanish

Bilingual English/Keres, Tewa, Tiwa, Towa, Zuni, or Navajo

PREFERRED LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

Nationally Certified in area of specialty

WORKING CONDITIONS

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

Sig Hazard: Chemicals, bio hazardous materials requiring extensive safety precautions and may require protective equipment

PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:

Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects or people. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.

Department: Registered Nurse