PACU RN

Incredible Health; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Healthcare coverage

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Incredible Health is hiring a PACU RN in San Luis Obispo, CA. The role includes immediate post-operative patient care, collaboration with surgical teams, and educating families on post-op care. Both full-time and part-time positions are available, with a day shift option and comprehensive benefits.

Ideal candidates hold an ADN or higher in nursing, an active RN license, and BLS/ACLS certifications. PACU/ICU experience and EMR proficiency are preferred to ensure seamless patient care and

Qualifications

• ADN or higher nursing degree required.
• Active RN license in good standing.
• Minimum 1 year PACU/ICU or similar high-acuity experience preferred.
• BLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to work effectively in a team.
• Proficiency with electronic medical record systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide immediate post-operative care to a variety of surgical patients; monitor vital signs and manage anesthesia-related symptoms.
• Administer prescribed medications and implement treatment plans as directed by medical staff.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical teams to ensure smooth patient transition from operating room to PACU and discharge home.
• Educate patients and families on post-operative care, including pain management and wound care.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with hospital policies.

Skills

RN license

PACU experience

BLS/ACLS credentials

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

EMR proficiency

Education

ADN or higher nursing degree

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Hospitals on Incredible Health are actively hiring and accepting applications in the San Luis Obispo, CA 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
• Job types available: full time and part time
• Employer features: 401(K), Community hospital, Cross training, EAP, FSA, Medical, PTO, Retirement Plan

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: $80,000 to $110,000 /year