PACU RN

Incredible Health; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K)

PTO

Tuition assistance

Life Insurance

Union facility

Job summary

Incredible Health in Santa Rosa, CA is hiring a PACU RN to provide immediate post-operative care in a high-acuity setting. The role involves monitoring vitals, administering medications, and collaborating with surgeons and anesthesia teams to ensure smooth patient transitions from OR to PACU and discharge.

Requirements include ADN or higher, active RN license, 1 year PACU/ICU experience, BLS/ACLS, and strong communication. Competitive benefits and salary range are offered.

Qualifications

• ADN or higher nursing degree.
• Active, unencumbered RN license.
• 1 year PACU/ICU or similar high-acuity setting preferred.
• BLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Provide immediate post-operative care and monitor vital signs.
• Administer prescribed medications and follow treatment plans.
• Coordinate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and team for smooth OR-to-PACU transitions.
• Educate patients and families on post-operative care and discharge plans.
• Maintain accurate documentation per hospital policy.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Documentation accuracy

Patient education

Education

Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN) or higher

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Hospitals on Incredible Health are actively hiring and accepting applications in the Santa Rosa, 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: mid shift
• Job types available: full time and part time
• Employer features: 401(K), 403(B), Best Places to Work recognition, Community hospital, Cross training, Cross training, Life Insurance, Medical, Offers sign on bonus, PTO, Retirement Plan, Union facility, Union facility, U.S. News best hospital, 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: $60,000 to $145,000 /year