PACU Charge Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care

Cape Fear Valley Health; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Fear Valley Health System in Fayetteville, NC is seeking a qualified Post Anesthesia RN to join the PACU team. You will assess patients, plan and provide care, and collaborate with anesthesia and surgical staff to ensure safe, efficient recovery.

The ideal candidate will have an associate degree in nursing, NC RN licensure, at least one year PACU/ICU/ED experience, and a willingness to work 9-hour day shifts totaling 36 hours per week in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Nursing or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
• Current licensure in North Carolina as a Registered Nurse or Compact state licensure.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient care needs and identify care requirements.
• Plan, organize, implement and evaluate patient care.
• Administer medications as prescribed by physicians.
• Maintain accurate patient care records.
• Functions as charge nurse as assigned.

Skills

English proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Verbal & written

Leadership

Age-specific care

Education

Associates Degree in Nursing or equivalent

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred

Current NC RN licensure or Compact state licensure

Job description

Cape Fear Valley Health System in Fayetteville, NC is seeking a qualified Post Anesthesia RN to join the PACU team. You will assess patients, plan and provide care, and collaborate with anesthesia and surgical staff to ensure safe, efficient recovery.

The ideal candidate will have an associate degree in nursing, NC RN licensure, at least one year PACU/ICU/ED experience, and a willingness to work 9-hour day shifts totaling 36 hours per week in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.