PACU Registered Nurse: Day Shift, Full-Time

Larkin Community Hospital, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Larkin Community Hospital is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join the PACU team in Florida. The RN will provide specialized care to patients recovering from anesthesia, requiring strong clinical judgment and effective communication in a fast-paced surgical setting.

Minimum qualifications include an active Florida RN license, ASN/BSN, BLS, and ACLS certifications. Prior PACU or critical care experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Active Florida RN license.
• ASN or BSN degree required.
• BLS Certification (American Heart Association).
• ACLS Certification (American Heart Association).
• PACU/ICU/ER or Surgical Services experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess, monitor, and care for patients recovering from anesthesia and surgical procedures.
• Administer prescribed medications, IV therapy, and treatments.
• Identify and respond promptly to changes in patient condition and emergencies.
• Collaborate with physicians, anesthesiologists, surgical staff, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the EMR system.
• Ensure compliance with infection control and patient safety standards.
• Uphold confidentiality and professional nursing standards.

Skills

Critical thinking

Clinical decision-making

Airway management

Monitoring

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Patient education

Infection prevention

Education

ASN/BSN

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

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Registered Nurse (RN) (PACU) (Full Time)

Full-Time Professional Larkin Community Hospital, South Miami, FL, US

30 days ago Requisition ID: 4623

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate, skilled, and patient-focused Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Recovery Room (PACU) team. The RN will provide specialized nursing care to patients recovering from anesthesia following surgical and procedural interventions. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current and valid Florida Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Associate's degree in Nursing (ASN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification (American Heart Association).
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification (American Heart Association).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of one (1) year of recent PACU, Critical Care, ICU, ER, or Surgical Services experience preferred.
• Certification in a nursing specialty (e.g., Critical Care, Psychiatry).
• Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems.

Preferred Skills:

• Critical thinking and clinical decision-making
• Cardiac rhythm interpretation and emergency response
• Airway management and post-anesthesia recovery care
• Medication administration and IV therapy
• Patient assessment and monitoring
• Time management and organizational skills
• Effective communication and teamwork
• Patient and family education
• Infection prevention and patient safety practices
• Ability to prioritize and multitask in high-acuity environments

Responsibilities:

• Assess, monitor, and care for patients recovering from anesthesia and surgical procedures.
• Administer prescribed medications, IV therapy, and treatments in accordance with physician orders and hospital policies.
• Identify and respond promptly to changes in patient condition and emergency situations.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, anesthesiologists, surgical staff, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record system.
• Ensure compliance with infection control, patient safety, and regulatory standards.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold professional nursing standards at all times.

Schedule:

• Full Time
• Day Shift
• Weekends/Holiday rotation and on-call coverage may be required based on departmental needs