Registered Nurse (RN) Post Anesthesia Care (PACU)

Registered Nurse (RN) Post Anesthesia Care (PACU) Job Type: Regular Scheduled Hours: 36 hours (Full‑time) Job Summary St. Elizabeth Healthcare is hiring a Registered Nurse for the PACU located at the Edgewood, Kentucky location. Weekend Option: Shift: 7:00 am - 7:00 pm, working Saturday & Sunday. Hours: Full‑time, 24 hours weekly (compensated for 36 hours). The best career is right here. Job Description The licensed registered nurse is a professional nurse who is responsible and accountable for providing evidence‑based clinical care to designated patients utilizing the nursing process. This is accomplished by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care according to established ethical/cultural codes and standards of nursing practices and working collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to achieve patient outcomes. The registered nurse is responsible to delegate tasks appropriately to other licensed and unlicensed health care team members. Demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness and empathy in each encounter with all patients, families, visitors and other employees regardless of cultural background. Qualifications Education, Credentials, Licenses: Graduate from accredited School of Nursing, licensed to practice nursing in the state where work is performed. If eligible, must have a Compact (multi‑state) License in their primary state of residence. Meets contact hour requirements for licensure, including all state‑required courses. Focus of education promotes nurses’ ability to practice in clinical area assigned. Specialized Knowledge: Demonstrates knowledge of nursing theory, clinical practice standards, procedures, policies and competence in mathematical calculations associated with medication administration. Competent to independently perform safe nursing skills and procedures. Kind and Length of Experience: Successful completion of preceptorship and orientation to the facility and clinical area. Able to critically think and problem solve in routine and emergency situations. Benefits That Support You Competitive pay and comprehensive health coverage within the first 30 days. Generous paid time off and flexible work schedules. Retirement savings with employer match. Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities. Wellness, mental health, and recognition programs. Career advancement through mentorship and internal mobility. Legal Notice We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt Job Category: Nursing Job Type: RN Department: Edgewood Post Anesthesia Care (PACU) Shift: 7A - 7P Hours: 36 hours #J-18808-Ljbffr