PACU RN - Acute Care Recovery Specialist

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine Lancaster General Hospital in Lancaster, PA is seeking an experienced RN to join the PACU team. The role focuses on delivering Phase I recovery care to patients after anesthesia, with 18 recovery bays and 24/7 coverage, requiring strong teamwork.

Ideal candidates will have a BSN, PA RN licensure, and BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications, and will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and nursing professionals while upholding Penn Medicine

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse - PA license is required
• Current RN licensure by the PA State Board of Nursing is required
• BLS/ACLS/PALS certification required

Responsibilities

• Provide Phase I recovery care for post-anesthesia patients.
• Assess, prioritize, and respond to changing patient conditions.
• Collaborate with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and nursing staff to ensure safe, effective care.

Skills

Critical thinking

Clinical judgment

Effective communication

Education

BSN from an accredited school of nursing

Equivalent Experience: more than 3+ years professional nursing experience

Job description

Penn Medicine Lancaster General Hospital in Lancaster, PA is seeking an experienced RN to join the PACU team. The role focuses on delivering Phase I recovery care to patients after anesthesia, with 18 recovery bays and 24/7 coverage, requiring strong teamwork.

Ideal candidates will have a BSN, PA RN licensure, and BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications, and will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and nursing professionals while upholding Penn Medicine