PACU Nurse Team Lead – Clinical RN II

Palomar Health; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Palomar Health in Escondido, CA is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Post Anesthesia Care Unit. The role focuses on delivering coordinated nursing care for patients or groups within PACU, while supervising clinical activities and guiding a multidisciplinary team.

It requires adherence to regulatory standards and active involvement in patient handling and mobilization. The RN will collaborate with patients, families, and the interprofessional team to ensure safe, effective recovery care

Qualifications

• Current California RN License required.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred.
• 1 year of RN experience in area of specialty or critical care, PACU or ED preferred; 2+ years preferred.
• ACLS, BLS-HCP, and PALS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver coordinated nursing care for a patient or assigned group in PACU.
• Oversee day-to-day management and supervision of clinical activities.
• Coordinate plan of care with patient, family and interdisciplinary team.
• Supervise and direct activities of nursing and ancillary personnel.
• Adhere to California Nurse Practice Act and ANA standards of practice.
• Observe and direct patient lifts and mobilization; participate in patient handling as needed.

Skills

CA RN license

ACLS certification

BLS - Healthcare Provider

PALS

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Palomar Health in Escondido, CA is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Post Anesthesia Care Unit. The role focuses on delivering coordinated nursing care for patients or groups within PACU, while supervising clinical activities and guiding a multidisciplinary team.

It requires adherence to regulatory standards and active involvement in patient handling and mobilization. The RN will collaborate with patients, families, and the interprofessional team to ensure safe, effective recovery care