Clinical Nurse II - PACU - Sharp Tri-City - 12 Hour Variable Shift - Full Time

Sharp HealthCare; United States; On-site; USD 84,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Sharp HealthCare is seeking a Post Anesthesia Care Unit RN (CN II level) to deliver high-quality perioperative care. You will work with an interdisciplinary team, coordinate preop and postop assessments, and implement individualized care plans in a dynamic PACU setting.

Required credentials include a California RN license, BSN preferred or ADN with extensive PACU/ICU experience, and BLS/ACLS certifications. NIHSS and CAPA/CPAN certifications are valued; on-call and weekend shifts apply.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid California RN license.
• BSN or higher preferred; ADN acceptable with extensive PACU/ICU/ED experience.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required; NIHSS certification preferred.
• CAPA/CPAN or equivalent is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the interprofessional care team to deliver safe perioperative care.
• Perform comprehensive preoperative and postoperative assessments.
• Develop individualized perioperative care plans and implement them.
• Monitor patients postoperatively and intervene promptly when needed.
• Document care in the EMR accurately and timely.
• Provide mentorship to new graduates and students.

Skills

PACU nursing

Autonomy

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Clinical assessment

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Associate's Degree in Nursing

California RN License

AHA BLS Provider

ACLS Certification

NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification

CAPA or CPAN certification

Job description

Hours :

• Shift Start Time:
• Variable Shift End Time:
• Variable

AWS Hours Requirement:

12/36 - 12 Hour Shift

Additional Shift Information:

• Weekend Requirements: As Needed
• On-Call Required: Yes
• Hourly Pay Range (Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum): $61.000 - $70.740 - $80.490

This position is covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) with CNA.

What You Will Do

The Post Anesthesia Care Unit Registered Nurse (PACU RN) at the Clinical Nurse II (CN II) level is a vital part of the PACU team, responsible for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care during the pre & postoperative period. This role requires advanced competencies, specialized certifications, and a strong ability to function autonomously while collaborating with interdisciplinary team members to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
• Associate's Degree in Nursing with five (5) years of experience as a Registered Nurse in a high-acuity PACU or an ICU, ED or similar critical care setting in lieu of BSN.
• Experienced PACU RN: Two (2) years of experience as a Registered Nurse in a Pre-op/PACU Unit.Or
• Transitional RN Program: Five (5) years of experience as a Registered Nurse in an ICU, ED, or similar critical care setting.
• California Registered Nurse (RN) - CA Board of Registered Nursing -REQUIRED
• AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association -REQUIRED
• ACLS Certification (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - American Heart Association -REQUIRED
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) - Various-Employee provides certificate -REQUIRED
• Other Qualification Requirements Certified Ambulatory Perianesthesia Nurse (CAPA) or Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse (CPAN), or equivalent certification. - PREFERRED

Essential Functions

The position characteristics reflect the most important duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential functions of the job in a fully competent manner. They should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. The characteristics of the position and standards of performance may be changed by TCMC with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.

Patient Care:

• Coordinate the interprofessional health care team to deliver safe, efficient, patient-centered, timely and equitable care to surgical patients.
• Conduct comprehensive preoperative and postoperative assessments to identify patient-specific needs.
• Develop and implement individualized perioperative care plans.
• Monitor and evaluate patient responses postoperatively, ensuring swift intervention as needed.
• Act as patient advocate and protect patient dignity and confidentiality.
• Evaluates effectiveness of care provided by all health care team members, including oneself, and contribution of systems and environment in progressing patients toward desired outcomes.
• Provide education to patients and families about medical conditions, medications, and post-operative care.
• Advocate for evidence-based practices in PACU care.

Safety and Compliance:

• Maintain a safe, clean working environment, adhering to infection control and hospital policies.
• Maintain strict adherence to aseptic techniques and infection control protocols.
• Comply with hospital and regulatory standards, including The Joint Commission, OSHA, and AORN guidelines.
• Adhere to facility policies to ensure safe care.
• Identify and report safety concerns; demonstrate willingness to address pervasive systemic issues.

Documentation:

• Accurately document perioperative care, patient progress, and any pre or postoperative incidents in the electronic medical record (EMR).

Professional Development and Leadership:

• Provide preceptorship and mentorship to New Graduate Nurses, New Hires, and students, fostering their professional development.
• Participate in professional development activities, including continuing education, certifications, workshops and quality improvement initiatives.
• Serve as a resource and advocate for best practices within the surgical services department.
• Function in the charge nurse role as needed.

Emergency Preparedness:

• Act decisively in critical situations, such as cardiac arrest, demonstrating advanced clinical skills and composure under pressure.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Competent in all core PACU skills (e.g., airway management pain control hemodynamic monitoring, post-op assessment).

Strong understanding of anatomy, physiology and pharmacology.

Demonstrates critical thinking and clinical decision-making in moderately complex patient situations.

Applies knowledge of anesthesia types, post-operative complications, and emergency protocols.

Effective verbal and written communication with the surgical team, patients and families.

Strong interpersonal skills to support a collaborative team environmen