PACU Registered Nurse: Perioperative Care Leader

University of Utah; South Jordan (UT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Utah Health is seeking a PACU Registered Nurse at the South Jordan Health Center. The position may be filled at multiple career levels based on credentials, experience, and demonstrated skill set.

Post Anesthesia Care nurses provide pre- and post-operative care, monitor vital signs, manage pain, and ensure safe recovery. The final level and compensation will be determined at offer based on assessed competencies and experience.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 90 days of hire under the interstate compact if switching residency to State of Utah.
• Must maintain current Interstate Compact (multi-state) license if residency is not being changed to Utah.

Responsibilities

• Post Anesthesia Care nurses provide a critical role in the continuum of surgical care in all surgical settings by providing pre- and post-operative care to patients recovering following surgery or other procedures.
• They monitor vital signs, manage pain, and ensure patients regain consciousness safely.
• The final position level and corresponding compensation will be determined at the time of offer, based on the candidate’s assessed competencies, experience, and alignment with the requirements of each level within the practice setting.

Job description

University of Utah Health is seeking a PACU Registered Nurse at the South Jordan Health Center. The position may be filled at multiple career levels based on credentials, experience, and demonstrated skill set.

Post Anesthesia Care nurses provide pre- and post-operative care, monitor vital signs, manage pain, and ensure safe recovery. The final level and compensation will be determined at offer based on assessed competencies and experience.