RN- ICU- ROTATING SHIFT (PART TIME - NIGHTS)

RN - PACU - 40 Hours Biweekly - Rotating Shifts

Bring Your Critical Care Skills to the Next Phase of the Surgical Journey

The Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) at Meritus Medical Center is seeking an experienced and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our highly skilled perioperative nursing team.

As a PACU RN, you'll care for a diverse population of surgical and trauma patients during the critical period immediately following anesthesia. This is an excellent opportunity for a nurse who enjoys a fast-paced clinical environment, values autonomy, and thrives as part of a collaborative team.

Our PACU maintains low nurse-to-patient ratios aligned with national ASPAN standards, supported by a dedicated leadership team. This structure gives our nurses the time and resources needed to provide safe, individualized, high-quality patient care.

The transition from surgery and anesthesia to recovery is a critical part of every patient's surgical experience. PACU nurses use advanced assessment skills and clinical judgment to continuously evaluate patients, recognize changes in condition, manage pain and symptoms, and intervene quickly when needed.

As a Phase I recovery unit, our PACU provides nurses with exposure to a wide variety of surgical procedures, patient populations, and clinical conditions. You'll have opportunities to strengthen your critical care and perioperative nursing skills while learning about advancements in surgical, anesthesia, and recovery care.

As a PACU Registered Nurse, you will:

Provide Phase I post-anesthesia recovery care for surgical and trauma patients

Continuously monitor airway, respiratory, cardiovascular, neurological, and overall patient status following anesthesia

Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and quickly recognize changes requiring intervention

Manage post-operative pain, nausea, and other symptoms in collaboration with anesthesia and surgical providers

Maintain patient safety throughout the immediate post-operative recovery period

Collaborate closely with anesthesia providers, surgeons, OR nurses, and other members of the interdisciplinary team

Prepare and care for patients in the pre-operative holding area as needed

Assist anesthesia providers with patient assessments and pre-procedural evaluations

Support hospital operations by caring for critically ill patients during periods of high census

Associate Degree in Nursing (ASN) required

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Minimum of one year of experience as a Registered Nurse required

Previous PACU, ICU, Critical Care, Emergency Department, or other relevant high-acuity nursing experience preferred

Current Maryland Registered Nurse (RN) license or active Compact/Multistate RN license recognized by the Maryland Board of Nursing

Why Meritus Health?

At Meritus Health, our nurses are an essential part of delivering safe, compassionate, patient-centered care to our community. As a member of the PACU team, you'll work alongside experienced nurses, anesthesia providers, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals who value communication, collaboration, and clinical excellence.

Work within low nurse-to-patient ratios aligned with ASPAN standards

Care for a diverse surgical and trauma patient population

Expand your knowledge of perioperative and critical care nursing

Make a meaningful impact on patients during a critical stage of their surgical experience

Ready for Your Next Nursing Opportunity?

If you're an experienced RN who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys the combination of critical care, surgical nursing, and post-anesthesia recovery, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to join the Post Anesthesia Care Unit at Meritus Medical Center and take the next step in your nursing career.

We are committed to supporting the well-being and professional development of our team members through a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Coverage begins on the first of the month following your hire date.
• Life Insurance & Disability Coverage Includes company-paid life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability benefits to provide peace of mind.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) A generous PTO program designed to help you recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Benefit from a robust company match to support your long-term financial goals.
• Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement Support for your continued learning and career growth.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) Options to save pre-tax dollars for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Shift Differential Pay Team members working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for additional pay.

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