PACU Registered Nurse - Per Diem

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Saint Mary's Hospital in Waterbury, CT is seeking a part-time Registered Nurse for the Main PACU to deliver high-acuity post-operative care for patients recovering from complex surgeries. The role requires independence in the PACU with ICU-level ventilated patient care and strong assessment skills.

Qualifications include graduation from an accredited nursing program and CT RN license, with 1+ year PACU experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• Active RN license in the state of Connecticut.
• The ideal candidate will have one or more years of PACU experience supporting inpatient surgical recovery.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-acuity care for patients recovering from trauma, cardiovascular, neurological, and other critical surgeries.
• Manage Phase1 and 2 recovery, ensuring safe emergence from anesthesia, stabilization, and transfer readiness.
• Collaborate with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and care teams to deliver advanced interventions and uphold perioperative standards.

Skills

PACU experience

Critical care

Team collaboration

Assessment skills

Education

Nursing degree

Tools

CPR certification

ACLS certification

TNCC certification

Job description

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Rotating Shift Description: Position Purpose At Saint Mary's Hospital, the Registered Nurse (RN) in the Main PACU delivers high-acuity post-operative care for patients recovering from complex surgeries performed in the Operating Room.

What You Will Do

• Provide high-acuity care for patients recovering from trauma, cardiovascular, neurological, and other critical surgeries.
• Manage Phase1 and 2 recovery, ensuring safe emergence from anesthesia, stabilization, and transfer readiness.
• Collaborate with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and care teams to deliver advanced interventions and uphold perioperative standards.

Minimum Qualifications Required

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• Active RN license in the state of Connecticut.
• The ideal candidate will have one or more years of PACU experience supporting inpatient surgical recovery.

Preferred

• BLS/CPR certification (AHA or ARC)
• ACLS and TNCC certification (support available post-hire)
• Proficiency in ASPAN standards and guidelines.

Important Consideration

This role is not designed for new graduates or those seeking training for inpatient PACU nursing. Candidates must be able to function independently in the Main PACU, and their resumes must demonstrate expertise in ICU-level ventilated patient care, critical drips (e.g., vasopressors, sedatives), and strong assessment skills.

Position Highlights

• Per Diem – Rotating Shift Hourly Staff RN position; pay range: $36.15 – $59.95/hour.
• Pay is based on working RN experience only.
• Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates.
• The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Ministry/Facility Information

Saint Mary's Hospital, operating since 1909, is a Catholic, not-for-profit, community teaching hospital dedicated to serving patients in Waterbury, CT, and the surrounding communities.

What sets us apart is evident from the moment you walk through our doors: the genuine warmth and attentiveness of our physicians and nurses, the pristine condition of our facilities, and the way we strive to make patients and their families feel cared for, akin to being a cherished member of our own family.

Our Commitment

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we're 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states.

Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services.

Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs.

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