PACU Registered Nurse

Sierra Medical Center; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 92,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Medical Center in Reno seeks a skilled Registered Nurse for the PACU on a per diem basis, delivering high-quality post-anesthesia care to surgical patients.

The RN will perform continuous assessments, airway and hemodynamic monitoring, and pain/nausea control while coordinating with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and the care team to ensure safe transitions and optimal patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• RN with PACU or critical care experience.
• Strong critical thinking and decision-making.
• Commitment to safety, compassion, and clinical excellence in a fast-paced acute care setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide post-anesthesia care for surgical patients with continuous assessment.
• Monitor airway, vitals, and hemodynamics throughout recovery.
• Manage pain and nausea and ensure safe transitions to the next level of care.

Skills

Post-anesthesia care

Airway management

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license

Job description

Sierra Medical Center seeks a skilled Registered Nurse for our PACU on a per diem basis. The RN provides post-anesthesia care for surgical patients, including continuous assessment, airway and hemodynamic monitoring, pain and nausea control, and safe transitions to the next level of care. The nurse will collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver patient-centered, high-quality care. Ideal candidates bring strong critical thinking, PACU or critical care experience, and a commitment to safety, compassion, and clinical excellence in a fast-paced acute care setting.