PACU Registered Nurse — Fast-Paced Critical Care

Katmai; Fort Carson (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Katmai seeks an experienced registered nurse for surgical setting support at a military facility. You will manage perioperative care, prep patients for procedures, and ensure safety and adherence to protocols.

The role requires active Colorado RN licensure and current resuscitation certifications. Expect collaboration with multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced military health environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate RN with Colorado licensure and current CPR/ACLS/PALS certifications.
• Minimum two years in PACU/ICU/ER within last three years.
• Ability to calculate medication dosages and pass credentialing tests.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care for normal and high-risk patients undergoing surgery.
• Prepare patients for examination, tests, and procedures per protocol.
• Document care, medications, and outcomes accurately in the CHCS system.
• Coordinate with health care management and outside agencies to optimize care.

Skills

RN licensure Colorado

BCLS/ACLS/PALS certifications

PACU/ICU/ER nursing experience

Medication dosage calculation

Education

Associate's Degree of Nursing

Tools

CHCS (Composite HealthCare System)

Medical records documentation

Job description

Katmai seeks an experienced registered nurse for surgical setting support at a military facility. You will manage perioperative care, prep patients for procedures, and ensure safety and adherence to protocols.

The role requires active Colorado RN licensure and current resuscitation certifications. Expect collaboration with multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced military health environment.