PACU RN

Incredible Health; North Bergen (NJ); On-site; USD 71,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k)

PTO

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Incredible Health in North Bergen, NJ is hiring a PACU RN to provide immediate post‑operative care, monitor vitals, and manage anesthesia–related symptoms as patients move from the operating room to PACU and discharge.

We offer day, night and mid shifts with full‑time, part‑time, and per diem options, plus benefits such as healthcare, 401(k), PTO, and tuition assistance to support ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

• ADN or higher nursing degree.
• Active RN license without encumbrances.
• 1 year PACU/ICU or high-acuity experience preferred.
• BLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Proficient with electronic medical record systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide immediate post-operative care and monitor vital signs.
• Administer medications and implement treatment plans as directed.
• Collaborate with surgeons and anesthesia teams for safe patient transitions.
• Educate patients and families on post-operative care and wound care.
• Maintain accurate documentation in line with hospital policies.

Skills

RN license

ACLS

BLS

PACU experience

EMR software

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) or higher

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Hospitals on Incredible Health are actively hiring and accepting applications in the North Bergen, NJ area for the following position: PACU RN. Nurses with experience in any of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply: Cardiac Monitoring, Circulate, Pediatric, Presurgical assessment, Robotic surgery, Transplant, or Wound & drain care.

• Shift(s) available: day shift, night shift, and mid shift
• Job types available: full time, part time, and per diem
• Employer features: 401(K), Best Places to Work recognition, Cross training, Healthgrades Specialty Excellence Award recipient, Magnet recognized, PTO, U.S. News best hospital

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree (ADN) or above in nursing
• Active and unencumbered Registered Nurse license
• 1 year experience in a PACU, ICU, or a similar high-acuity setting preferred
• BLS (Basic Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certifications from the American Heart Association
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team
• Proficient in electronic medical record systems

Responsibilities

• Provide immediate post-operative care to a variety of surgical patients, monitoring vital signs, and managing symptoms of anesthesia
• Administer prescribed medications and implement treatment plans as directed by medical staff
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical teams to ensure seamless patient transition from the operating room to the PACU to discharge home
• Educate patients and their families on post-operative care, including pain management, wound care, and potential complications
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with hospital policies and procedures

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance

Salary: $70,920 to $117,990 /year