FSH Nurse PACU Inpatient Full Time

United Surgical Partners International, Inc; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 63,369 - 90,921; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Hourly Rates

Comprehensive Benefit Package

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

A leading surgical hospital in Fresno, California is seeking a dedicated registered nurse to provide exceptional care in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit. Candidates should hold a California RN license and certifications in ACLS and BLS, along with at least one year of acute care experience. This role involves developing individualized care plans, managing pain, and communicating effectively with patients and families for optimal recovery. Competitive hourly rates and benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Current California Registered Nursing License required.
• ACLS and BLS Certificate required.
• One year of acute care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides comprehensive documentation for procedures and patient assessments.
• Develops an individualized plan of care based on assessment.
• Assesses and manages post-operative pain effectively.
• Educates patients and families about post-operative care.
• Contacts patients post-operatively to assess status.

Skills

Ability to maintain collaborative working relationships

Ability to plan and prioritize work

Ability to provide exceptional customer service

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Knowledge of hospital information technology applications

Education

Completion of an accredited registered nursing program

Job description

Job ID 84690-147 Date posted 02/13/2026

Fresno Surgical Hospital is an extraordinary hospital created entirely to deliver excellence and quality in surgical care to each patient. Our unique facility and staff provide a hospitality‑inspired, healing environment unlike anything experienced in a traditional hospital. Our commitment to innovation, shared values and excellence can be reflected in exceptional satisfaction scores from patients, physicians and staff.

This position is accountable for providing direct care to the patient immediately postoperatively until the patient is discharged from the Post Anesthesia Care Unit. Participates in performance improvement activities. Communicates with surgeon and anesthesiologist continuously, and as needed, about patient conditions; receive direction for patient management. Intercedes to maintain optimum homeostasis.

Benefits

• Competitive Hourly Rates
• Comprehensive Benefit Package-Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Voluntary Life, Flexible Spending Accounts and 401 K.
• Tuition Reimbursement/Certification Reimbursement Program

Salary range: $46.00 – $66.00 (Depending on Experience)

Hours: 12 hour shifts

Minimum Education And Work Experience

• Completion of an accredited registered nursing program.
• One year of acute care experience preferred.

Required Skills

• Ability to maintain collaborative working relationships to ensure a positive and productive work environment.
• Ability to plan and prioritize work with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to provide exceptional customer service.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge and proficiency of hospital information technology applications.

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Current California Registered Nursing License
• ACLS and BLS Certificate required

Essential Functions

• Provides comprehensive electronic and/or paper documentation for any procedures, assessments, vital signs, changes in patient condition or information regarding the patient’s total care needs from admission to discharge while in the PACU.
• Develops an individualized plan of care based on nursing assessment and surgical procedure. Revises the plan of care according to the patient’s changing needs.
• Demonstrates the ability to adequately assess and reassess pain, utilizes appropriate pain management techniques and educates the family on how to manage post‑op pain.
• Observes behavioral and physiologic changes due to medications and/or procedures, takes appropriate actions, documents and reports to the surgeon or anesthesiologist when indicated.
• Interprets the physician’s postoperative instructions and the nursing rationale for postoperative care. Provides education to the patient and family, answering questions as needed.
• Provides comprehensive face‑to‑face report for any transfers in patient care.
• Provides general nursing care, such as responding to call lights, providing nourishments, re‑positioning patients, transferring patients and assisting patients with ambulation.
• Contacts patients by phone on the first postoperative day to assess and evaluate the patient’s status, address any concerns and provide appropriate follow‑up as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Fresno Surgical Hospital complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date.