PACU/Pre-Op RN - 24h Shift, ICU-Preferred

Hartford HealthCare; New Britain (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare's Hospital of Central Connecticut in New Britain seeks an experienced PACU nurse to provide comprehensive perioperative care in a 24-hour, 10-bed PACU. The role involves rotating eight-hour shifts, days and evenings, including weekends and holidays with on-call from 11pm–7am.

You will perform pre- and post-operative PACU duties, initiate IVs, administer medications, educate patients, and maintain required documentation, supporting a busy surgical service across multiple

Qualifications

• Current Connecticut RN License.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
• ICU experience preferred; ED/step-down and floor-level experience may be considered.
• BLS certification required; ACLS certification required for external candidates.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre- and post-operative care in PACU.
• Initiate IVs, administer medications, provide patient education, and document accurately.
• Manage postoperative care and assist in recovery from anesthesia.
• Support a 24/7 PACU with 2:1 patient nurse ratio and on-call requirements.

Skills

ACLS certification

Teamwork

Education

Connecticut RN License

Accredited nursing school

BSN (preferred)

Job description

Hartford HealthCare's Hospital of Central Connecticut in New Britain seeks an experienced PACU nurse to provide comprehensive perioperative care in a 24-hour, 10-bed PACU. The role involves rotating eight-hour shifts, days and evenings, including weekends and holidays with on-call from 11pm–7am.

You will perform pre- and post-operative PACU duties, initiate IVs, administer medications, educate patients, and maintain required documentation, supporting a busy surgical service across multiple