PACU Nurse: Compassionate Recovery & Critical-Care Focus

CommonSpirit Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 63,000 - 69,000; Full time

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Job summary

St. Joseph's Westgate Medical Center in Glendale, AZ is seeking a PACU Nurse to support recovery from surgical procedures in a fast-paced setting.

You will perform preop assessments, prepare patients for procedures, and administer meds as directed, with a patient-first mindset and strong clinical judgment. This role requires AZ RN license, BLS, and ACLS certifications; call is required based on shift and patient volume.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Arizona (AZ).
• ACLS and BLS certifications required.
• Preoperative assessments and perioperative care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for surgical procedures
• Administer medications as directed by physician
• Develop and implement nursing care plan for surgical patients
• Demonstrate a high level of compassion for patients

Skills

Assessment skills

Critical thinking

Patient-first mindset

Compassionate care

Education

AZ RN license

BSN preferred

Tools

American Heart Association Certifications

BLS

ACLS

Job description

St. Joseph's Westgate Medical Center in Glendale, AZ is seeking a PACU Nurse to support recovery from surgical procedures in a fast-paced setting.

You will perform preop assessments, prepare patients for procedures, and administer meds as directed, with a patient-first mindset and strong clinical judgment. This role requires AZ RN license, BLS, and ACLS certifications; call is required based on shift and patient volume.