PACU - Post Op - RN

Carilion Clinic; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 96,432,000 - 144,648,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits

Pension plan after five years

Paid time off

Onsite fitness facilities

Wellness app access

Childcare discounts

Continued education and training

Job summary

Carilion Clinic in Roanoke, Virginia is seeking a PACU RN to provide immediate post‑operative care, monitor airway, vitals, pain, and recovery readiness. This role emphasizes patient‑centered care and teamwork.

You will collaborate with anesthesia providers, surgeons, and the care team, document in EMR, educate patients and families, and support safe patient throughput across shifts.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a State Board of Nursing approved program.
• Current Virginia RN license or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• AHA BLS‑HCP certification required; ACLS/PALS/NRP may be required depending on unit.

Responsibilities

• Provide immediate post‑operative care in PACU with airway, respiratory and cardiovascular monitoring.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care for all ages; document in EMR.
• Collaborate with anesthesia providers, surgeons, and interdisciplinary team.
• Educate patients and families on post‑operative expectations and care.
• Support safe patient throughput, quality initiatives, and resource utilization.

Skills

Keyboarding

Computer literacy

Education

Graduate of a State Board of Nursing approved program

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

AHA BLS‑HCP

ACLS/PALS/NRP may be required

Job description

Employment Status: Full time Shift: Day/Evening (United States of America) Facility: 1906 Belleview Ave SE - Roanoke Requisition Number: R161314 PACU - Post Op - RN (Open)

How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare:

As a registered nurse (RN), you are expected to consistently deliver the best in care and customer service and to demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness, and empathy in each encounter with our patients, their families, visitors, and with each other. As part of the health care team, RNs assume primary accountability for nursing coordination and the provision of individualized care for patients of all ages. The registered nurse utilizes delegation and critical‑thinking skills to provide quality service through a team‑oriented, collaborative approach to patient care.

Post‑Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Responsibilities:

In the PACU setting, the RN is responsible for the immediate post‑operative care of patients recovering from anesthesia and surgical or procedural interventions. Duties include continuous assessment and monitoring of airway patency, respiratory and cardiovascular status, level of consciousness, pain, and surgical sites. The PACU RN collaborates closely with anesthesia providers, surgeons, and the interdisciplinary team to ensure safe patient recovery, readiness for discharge or transfer, and effective patient and family education regarding post‑operative expectations and care. This position primarily works three 12‑hour shifts per week, most commonly from 0800–2030 or 0900–2130. Occasional shifts from 0645–1915 may be required based on unit needs. Weekend coverage may be necessary on a limited basis to support Baylor staff coverage; this is infrequent but may occur. Schedule flexibility is essential to ensure safe patient throughput and continuity of care in the PACU.

The RN Provides individualized patient care and coordinates care delivery for patients of all ages. Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care to achieve optimal outcomes. Completes and documents age‑specific assessments to support development of care plans. Collaborates with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to develop and adjust care plans. Administers treatments and medications accurately and documents care in electronic medical records. Identifies and addresses patient and family education needs. Participates in performance improvement and quality initiatives. Advocates for patients and supports their rights and psychosocial needs. Applies knowledge of growth and development to provide age‑appropriate care. Demonstrates clinical expertise in dynamic and changing care environments. Implements strategies to improve patient outcomes and resource utilization. Serves as a role model and supports development of peers and team members. Manages resources, prioritizes tasks, and adapts to changing patient care needs. Supports orientation and training of new employees. Uses problem‑solving skills to address patient care and operational challenges. Provides feedback and participates in shared decision‑making activities. Supports education activities within the department. Maintains confidentiality and complies with regulatory and organizational standards.

What We Require:

• Education: Graduate of a State Board of Nursing approved program required.
• Experience: None.
• Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration: Current Registered Nurse license in the Commonwealth of Virginia required or eligibility to obtain licensure required.
• Life Support: AHA BLS‑HCP required. Additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, or NRP may be required based on assigned work area.
• Other Minimum Qualifications: Keyboarding skills and computer literacy required, including use of electronic medical records. For Behavioral Health roles, must demonstrate ability to safely manage disruptive or potentially violent patients.

Compensation Range: $33.52 - $50.28. Employee pay is based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience. The compensation range does not include benefits or pension plan.

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. For more information on E-Verify: https://www.carilionclinic.org/eoe-e-verify-and-right-work-policies

Benefits, Pay and Well-being at Carilion

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Personify Health
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training

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