Registered Nurse (RN) Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)

Registered Nurse (RN) Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)

Job Type: Full-Time 

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus available to well qualified applicants

Schedule: 7a-5:30p; weekend requirements on call every 5th weekend

Your experience matters

Highpoint Health Winchester with Ascension Saint Thomas is part of  Lifepoint Health , a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a  PACU RN  joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to  making communities healthier ® . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

  More about our team

Our team is a close-knit, highly collaborative group that values teamwork and mutual support. We are committed to delivering high-quality patient care while working closely with our physicians to ensure excellent outcomes. We also prioritize work-life balance and strive to create a supportive environment where team members can succeed both professionally and personally.

How you'll contribute

A  PACU RN who excels in this role:

• Performs comprehensive patient assessments pre- and post-operatively, including airway, cardiovascular, neurological, and pain assessments.
• Monitors and documents patient vital signs, level of consciousness, pain, and surgical site condition.
• Administers medications, IV fluids, and treatments safely and in accordance with physician orders and hospital policy.
• Recognizes, reports, and responds appropriately to changes in patient condition, including post-anesthesia complications.
• Provides patient and family education related to post-operative care, pain management, and discharge instructions.
• Collaborates with anesthesia providers, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintains accurate, timely, and complete documentation in the medical record.
• Adheres to infection control, safety, and regulatory standards, including patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Participates in performance improvement activities, staff education, and unit-based initiatives as assigned.
• Supports departmental workflow and staffing needs, including assisting in other perioperative areas as appropriate.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits : Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO : Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth : Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being : Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development : Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

Applicants should have a current Tennessee or compact state RN license and possess an associate's degree from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include:

• Certifications: AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire. ACLS and PALS required within one year of hire.

• Required Skills: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

• Experience: One-year previous experience preferred.

• Licenses: Must be a licensed Registered Nurse with the State of Tennessee or a licensed Registered Nurse from a Compact State with the proper Tennessee paperwork filed within 30 days of hire.

• Education: Associate's degree required. BSN preferred.

More about Highpoint Health Winchester with Ascension Saint Thomas

Highpoint Health - Winchester with Ascension Saint Thomas is a 157-bed facility that includes 131 licensed acute care beds and 26 skilled nursing home beds. Fully accredited by The Joint Commission, the hospital offers a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services supported by a qualified and diverse medical staff. Key services include a 10-bed Intensive Care Unit (ICU), a 12-bed Geriatric Psychiatry Unit, and a 12-bed Acute Inpatient Physical Rehabilitation Unit. The facility also features a Skilled Nursing Unit, Sleep Lab, Cardiac Catheterization Lab, five Operating Rooms, and two Endoscopy Suites. Diagnostic imaging services include MRI, CT, PET/CT, Mammography, Nuclear Medicine, Ultrasound, and X-ray. The hospital's 13-bay Emergency Department sees more than 15,000 patient visits annually.

Highpoint Health - Sewanee with Ascension Saint Thomas, located on the campus of the University of the South, is a 41-bed facility offering 21 general acute care beds and 20 skilled nursing beds. It includes a 4-bay Emergency Department that treats more than 5,000 patients each year. Known for its individualized care and strong connection to the community, the Sewanee campus provides high-quality healthcare in a setting defined by collaboration, compassion, and service.

Together, the Winchester and Sewanee campuses are united in their mission of making communities healthier.

EEOC Statement

"Highpoint Health Winchester with Ascension Saint Thomas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Highpoint Health Winchester with Ascension Saint Thomas is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.