PACU Registered Nurse — Perioperative Care Expert

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Post Anesthesia Care Unit in Portland, Oregon. The position focuses on assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of peri-anesthesia care across Pre-anesthesia Phase, Post-anesthesia Phase I and II, and extended care following surgical or diagnostic procedures.

Candidates must hold a current RN license in the United States, be proficient in English, and have a degree from an

Qualifications

• Proficiency in English for direct patient care.
• Current, full, active RN license in the United States.
• Nursing degree from an ACEN/CCNE-accredited program or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate peri-anesthesia care across Pre, Phase I, Phase II and extended care.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and monitor vitals post-anesthesia.
• Ensure accurate documentation in the electronic health record and participate in on-call duties if required.

Skills

English proficiency

State licensure

Nursing judgment

Education

BSN or higher

Nursing degree (ADN/ Diploma)

Job description

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Post Anesthesia Care Unit in Portland, Oregon. The position focuses on assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of peri-anesthesia care across Pre-anesthesia Phase, Post-anesthesia Phase I and II, and extended care following surgical or diagnostic procedures.

Candidates must hold a current RN license in the United States, be proficient in English, and have a degree from an