PACU Registered Nurse - Recovery & Critical Care

Cooper University Health Care; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 67,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooper Norcross Health in Camden, NJ is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). The PACU provides recovery care after surgical procedures, with patients ranging from infants to geriatrics, and requires vigilant monitoring and coordination with the care team.

The role demands a NLN-accredited nursing education, NJ RN license, and current BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications (PALS within 3 months). Weekend, holiday, and on-call rotations are required to meet patient needs.

Qualifications

• Graduate of NLN accredited School of Nursing.
• Current NJ-RN license required.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications reflecting current practice within specified timelines.

Responsibilities

• Follows established policies and procedures.
• Communicates openly with internal customers and supervisors.
• Provides excellent patient care interfacing with staff, management and physicians.
• Applies Cooper core values and standards of care.
• Weekend, holiday and on-call rotations may be required.

Education

NLN accredited School of Nursing

Job description

Cooper Norcross Health in Camden, NJ is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). The PACU provides recovery care after surgical procedures, with patients ranging from infants to geriatrics, and requires vigilant monitoring and coordination with the care team.

The role demands a NLN-accredited nursing education, NJ RN license, and current BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications (PALS within 3 months). Weekend, holiday, and on-call rotations are required to meet patient needs.