PACU Perioperative RN: Expert Post-Anesthesia Care

U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs; Salisbury (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Post Anesthesia Care Unit Registered Nurse (PACU RN) to provide and supervise care across the peri-anesthesia continuum at the Salisbury VA site.

The role focuses on patient education, self-management, and ensuring high patient satisfaction while administering medications per policy. Responsibilities include assessing patients, coordinating care, maintaining ASPAN/VHA standards, documenting in the EHR, and participating in an evidence-based

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship and eligibility for VA employment.
• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse license in at least one U.S. state or territory.
• Meet pre-employment requirements and background checks as per VA policy.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized peri-anesthesia nursing across Pre, Phase I, Phase II, and extended care.
• Assess and prepare patients for procedures; monitor cardiovascular, respiratory, neurological, and pain status.
• Document care comprehensively in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to ensure evidence-based, safe patient care.

Skills

Nursing license

PACU experience

Patient education

Clinical assessment

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Post Anesthesia Care Unit Registered Nurse (PACU RN) to provide and supervise care across the peri-anesthesia continuum at the Salisbury VA site.

The role focuses on patient education, self-management, and ensuring high patient satisfaction while administering medications per policy. Responsibilities include assessing patients, coordinating care, maintaining ASPAN/VHA standards, documenting in the EHR, and participating in an evidence-based