PACU Nurse RN – Post-Op Recovery & Team Impact

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

401(k) with match

Job summary

HCA Healthcare seeks a PACU Registered Nurse at TriStar Centennial Medical Center in Nashville to provide immediate post-operative care. You’ll manage airway support, monitor neurologic and cardiac status, and respond to complications, collaborating with surgical and anesthesia teams.

You will educate families, document patient changes, and participate in on-call scheduling, with a strong emphasis on evidence-based practice and patient safety.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of RN experience, with at least 1 year in critical care (ICU, ER, PACU).
• ACLS and BLS/PALS prerequisites with defined timeframes after start date.
• Adult and Pediatric patient care experience highly preferred.
• RN license in good standing and current CPR/BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care using evidence-based practices.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including surgery and anesthesia.
• Apply nursing process, clinical judgment and leadership to ensure safe care.
• Assess patient condition, document changes, and educate families about treatment.

Skills

Critical care

RN licensed

ACLS within 30 days

PALS within 6 months

RN Diploma

Adult & Pediatric

Education

RN Diploma

Job description

HCA Healthcare seeks a PACU Registered Nurse at TriStar Centennial Medical Center in Nashville to provide immediate post-operative care. You’ll manage airway support, monitor neurologic and cardiac status, and respond to complications, collaborating with surgical and anesthesia teams.

You will educate families, document patient changes, and participate in on-call scheduling, with a strong emphasis on evidence-based practice and patient safety.