PACU Nurse

TriStar Summit Medical Center; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Prescription drugs

Telemedicine

AirMed transport

401(k) match

Job summary

TriStar Summit Medical Center in Nashville is seeking a PACU Registered Nurse to provide immediate post-operative care, manage airway support, monitor neurological and cardiac status, and respond to complications. The role collaborates with surgical and anesthesia teams, delivers patient-centered care, educates families, and participates in evidence-based practice and quality improvement initiatives.

Applicants should have an ADN and at least one year of critical care experience in ICU, ER, or

Qualifications

• ACLS certification within 30 days of start date.
• BCLS certification within 30 days of start date.
• PALS certification within 30 days of start date.
• Registered Nurse (RN) with Associate Degree.
• At least 1 year of critical care experience in ICU, ER, or PACU.

Responsibilities

• Manage airway support and monitor neurological and cardiac status.
• Provide initial wound care to the patient’s surgical site and ensure patient stability during recovery.
• Collaborate with the surgical and anesthesia team.
• Respond promptly to any complications or side effects.
• Round with unit leaders to ensure voice is heard on patient‑care suggestions.
• Deliver high‑quality, patient‑centered care while managing evidence‑based practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Consistently apply the nursing process, critical thinking skills, scientific judgment, technical skills and leadership to independently deliver safe nursing care to patients.
• Assess patient condition, monitor throughout shift, and document changes in patient condition along with the care provided thoroughly.
• Educate patients and families/caregivers about the patient’s medical condition, treatment and follow‑up measures.

Skills

Critical care

Education

RN with ADN

ACLS

BCLS

PALS

Job description

Job Summary

As a PACU Registered Nurse at TriStar Summit Medical Center, you will play a critical role in the immediate post‑operative care of surgical patients by managing airway support, closely monitoring neurological and cardiac status, and responding promptly to any complications or side effects.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage airway support and monitor neurological and cardiac status.
• Provide initial wound care to the patient’s surgical site and ensure patient stability during recovery.
• Collaborate with the surgical and anesthesia team.
• Respond promptly to any complications or side effects.
• Round with unit leaders to ensure voice is heard on patient‑care suggestions.
• Deliver high‑quality, patient‑centered care while managing evidence‑based practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Consistently apply the nursing process, critical thinking skills, scientific judgment, technical skills and leadership to independently deliver safe nursing care to patients.
• Assess patient condition, monitor throughout shift, and document changes in patient condition along with the care provided thoroughly.
• Educate patients and families/caregivers about the patient’s medical condition, treatment and follow‑up measures.

Qualifications

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• Registered Nurse (RN) with Associate Degree.
• At least 1 year of critical care experience in ICU, ER, or PACU.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay.
• Prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long‑term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care; home and auto repair; event planning and more.
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and consumer discounts.
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships.
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships).
• Colleague recognition program.
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence).
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee‑only coverage to full‑time and part‑time colleagues based on income.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

EEO Statement

TriStar Summit Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.