PACU & Preop RN — Patient Recovery & Care

Toms River Surgery Center (10902); Lakewood Township (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Toms River Surgery Center in New Jersey seeks a PreOp/PACU Registered Nurse (RN) to provide continuous, high-quality care for patients emerging from anesthesia or sedation. You will monitor patient conditions, ensure safety, comfort, and privacy, and assist in recovery activities.

Active RN license in NJ, BLS/ACLS, PACU or Critical Care experience preferred. Strong communication and the ability to prioritize workload are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited RN School of Nursing.
• Active RN license in New Jersey.
• BLS and ACLS required; PALS if required by the center.
• 2 years experience in PACU or Critical Care preferred.
• Ability to make decisions based on nursing judgment.
• Strong communication skills, verbal and written.
• Able to prioritize and organize workload to meet patient and unit needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuity and quality nursing care for all patients.
• Continuously evaluate patient condition, safety, and privacy.
• Assist physicians in procedure rooms with tasks and sedation as needed.
• Provide care to patients emerging from anesthesia and plan discharge.

Skills

Active RN license

BLS and ACLS

PACU/critical care experience

Decision making

Communication skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited RN School of Nursing

Job description

Toms River Surgery Center in New Jersey seeks a PreOp/PACU Registered Nurse (RN) to provide continuous, high-quality care for patients emerging from anesthesia or sedation. You will monitor patient conditions, ensure safety, comfort, and privacy, and assist in recovery activities.

Active RN license in NJ, BLS/ACLS, PACU or Critical Care experience preferred. Strong communication and the ability to prioritize workload are essential.