PACU Perioperative Nurse: Recovery Care Leader

Good Shepherd Health Care; Hermiston (OR); On-site; USD 66,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Good Shepherd Health Care in Hermiston, OR is seeking a Registered Nurse specializing in perioperative care. The role covers pre-anesthesia, PACU Phase I, and Phase II care, with responsibilities including IV management, patient monitoring, and education.

On-call for PACU rotation and adherence to safety and infection control are required. Ideal candidates hold an Oregon RN license, BLS/PALS/ACLS/TNCC, and AS nursing degree; BSN preferred.

Qualifications

• Qualified RN with Oregon license and AS degree required.
• BSN preferred for career advancement and scope.
• CPAN/CAPA or sedation certs considered a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform preoperative and postoperative nursing assessments.
• Administer medications and monitor patient responses.
• Manage IV access and monitor vital signs per policy.
• Collaborate with anesthesia and surgical teams to optimize patient safety.
• Document care accurately in the electronic medical record.
• On-call coverage for PACU as scheduled.

Skills

Patient monitoring

Communication

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Education

Associate of Applied Science in Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (preferred)

Tools

EPIC charting

Ultrasound machines

Belmont rapid infuser

Job description

Good Shepherd Health Care in Hermiston, OR is seeking a Registered Nurse specializing in perioperative care. The role covers pre-anesthesia, PACU Phase I, and Phase II care, with responsibilities including IV management, patient monitoring, and education.

On-call for PACU rotation and adherence to safety and infection control are required. Ideal candidates hold an Oregon RN license, BLS/PALS/ACLS/TNCC, and AS nursing degree; BSN preferred.