PACU Registered Nurse

OhioHealth; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioHealth is seeking a compassionate Staff RN for our PACU. The role focuses on post-anesthesia care, patient assessment, pain and sedation management, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe recovery.

You will educate patients and families, maintain accurate documentation, and follow evidence-based practices, contributing to a supportive culture that values diversity, equity, and innovation and offers opportunities for growth and meaningful community impact.

Qualifications

• Licensed RN in good standing in the state of Ohio.
• Experience in postoperative care or PACU preferred.
• Strong assessment and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide post-anesthesia care and monitor recovery.
• Assess vital signs, pain, and sedation levels.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe recovery.
• Educate patients and families and provide discharge instructions.
• Maintain accurate documentation and follow evidence-based practices.

Skills

RN

PACU

Post-anesthesia

Education

Registered Nurse license

Job description

OhioHealth is seeking a compassionate Staff RN for our PACU within the Healthcare & Medical Services department. In this role, you will provide post-anesthesia care, monitor and assess patients, manage pain and sedation, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe recovery. You will educate patients and families, maintain accurate documentation, and follow evidence-based practices. OhioHealth offers a supportive, inclusive culture focused on diversity, equity, and innovation, plus opportunities for professional growth, continuous learning, and meaningful impact on community health.