PACU Registered Nurse - Fast-Paced Recovery Care

Larkin Community Hospital, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Larkin Community Hospital in South Miami, FL is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse to join the Recovery Room (PACU) team. The RN will provide specialized nursing care to patients recovering from anesthesia after surgery, using strong clinical judgment and excellent communication in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Required qualifications include Florida RN license, ASN/BSN, BLS and ACLS. Prior PACU/ICU experience and EHR proficiency are preferred.

Qualifications

• Current Florida RN license.
• ASN or BSN degree.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association.
• ACLS certification from American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Assess, monitor, and care for patients recovering from anesthesia and surgery.
• Administer prescribed medications, IV therapy, and treatments per physician orders.
• Identify and respond promptly to changes in patient condition and emergencies.
• Collaborate with physicians, anesthesiologists, surgical staff and interdisciplinary teams.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the EMR and ensure infection control and patient safety standards.

Skills

Critical thinking

Clinical decision-making

Rhythm interpretation

Emergency response

Airway management

Post-anesthesia care

IV therapy

Medication administration

Patient assessment

Time management

Teamwork

Communication

Infection prevention

Patient education

Education

ASN/BSN degree

Job description

Larkin Community Hospital in South Miami, FL is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse to join the Recovery Room (PACU) team. The RN will provide specialized nursing care to patients recovering from anesthesia after surgery, using strong clinical judgment and excellent communication in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Required qualifications include Florida RN license, ASN/BSN, BLS and ACLS. Prior PACU/ICU experience and EHR proficiency are preferred.