PACU RN — $10K Sign-On Bonus, Full-Time

Mercy Medical Center; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 11,365,000 - 16,187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $10,000

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center in Aurora, IL is seeking a PACU Registered Nurse to deliver comprehensive post-anesthesia care. The role reports to the OR Charge Nurse and Surgical Services Director, coordinating with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and staff to ensure safe recovery and smooth patient flow.

The ideal candidate will hold a valid RN license, BLS and ACLS, with prior PACU or critical care experience. BSN preferred; CCRN preferred.

Qualifications

• Current and valid state RN License.
• Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
• ACLS (AHA) certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current.
• Previous Critical Care or PACU experience or minimum of one year on the job training.
• Critical Care RN (CCRN) preferred.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient care using the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Coordinate post-operative care with surgeon and anesthesiologist.
• Direct and guide other personnel while maintaining PACU standards of care.
• Communicate with physicians about changes in patient condition and test results.
• Work with departments to maintain efficient patient flow and unit organization.
• Participate in Performance Improvement activities and unit meetings.

Skills

PACU experience

Critical care exposure

Education

RN License

BLS (AHA)

ACLS (AHA)

BSN preferred

Job description

Mercy Medical Center in Aurora, IL is seeking a PACU Registered Nurse to deliver comprehensive post-anesthesia care. The role reports to the OR Charge Nurse and Surgical Services Director, coordinating with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and staff to ensure safe recovery and smooth patient flow.

The ideal candidate will hold a valid RN license, BLS and ACLS, with prior PACU or critical care experience. BSN preferred; CCRN preferred.