PACU

Registered Nurse - Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)

City/State: Glenview, Illinois

Shift: Rotating start times between 8am-11am, PACU end time 8:30pm, 36hrs per week (9hr shift)

Contract Length: 13 weeks

Start Date: 08/09/2026

Job Description:

The Registered Nurse in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) is responsible for providing specialized nursing care to patients recovering from anesthesia post-surgery, ensuring patient safety and comfort.

Responsibilities:

• Provide post-anesthesia nursing care to patients in both Main PACU and CVI PACU.
• Manage patient recovery, monitor vital signs, and address potential complications post-surgery.
• Collaborate with the surgical and anesthesia teams to deliver comprehensive patient care.
• Adapt and respond to varying patient needs and emergency situations effectively.

Requirements:

• 3+ years of solid Acute Care Hospital experience with Critical Care PACU experience in an acute care hospital setting.
• Must have completed at least one travel contract and submit with a passed EKG test with 80% or higher.
• Hold a current IL License, BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications.
• Willingness to work 4-5 weeknights and 2-24hr weekend shifts during a 6-week schedule as part of on-call and weekend requirements.

Client Details Address 2100 Pfingsten Rd, Glenview, IL 60026 City Glenview State IL Zip Code 60025