PACU Nurse: Transform Surgical Recovery

University of Missouri Health Care; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 43,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

MU Health Care is seeking a dedicated OR/Recovery Nurse to join the surgical team at Keene Street Medical Center in Columbia, MO. The role focuses on patient-centered care and excels in assessment, planning, and intervention before, during, and after surgery.

On-site position with a Monday–Friday shift. The hospital emphasizes teamwork, empathy and clinical excellence, offering a supportive environment for professional growth within MU Health Care.

Qualifications

• Missouri Board of Nursing RN licensure or Nurse Licensure Compact multi-state RN licensure.
• One year of RN experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care for an assigned patient group.
• Plan and participate in education for patients, families, and health professionals.
• Report observations to physicians, charge nurse, or nursing supervisor and document accurately.
• Maintain standards of nursing care and follow hospital policies.
• Participate in meetings, in-services, and quality/performance improvement activities.
• Contribute to nursing research and evidence-based practice.
• Provide high-quality care within a multidisciplinary team to ensure patient satisfaction.
• May perform unit/department-specific duties as outlined.

Skills

RN experience

Patient assessment

Care planning

Education

Missouri RN license

NLC multi-state RN license

Job description

MU Health Care is seeking a dedicated OR/Recovery Nurse to join the surgical team at Keene Street Medical Center in Columbia, MO. The role focuses on patient-centered care and excels in assessment, planning, and intervention before, during, and after surgery.

On-site position with a Monday–Friday shift. The hospital emphasizes teamwork, empathy and clinical excellence, offering a supportive environment for professional growth within MU Health Care.