PACU RN: Critical Care Post-Op (Full-Time, 3x12)

Mercy; Granite City (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

PTO begins accruing immediately

Job summary

Mercy St. Louis is hiring a Registered Nurse for the Phase I PACU unit. This full-time role covers 3 x 12-hour shifts (1100–2330) per week and involves providing post-anesthesia care, closely monitoring patients, and collaborating with the anesthesia team.

The PACU team cares for a range of postoperative patients, from routine recoveries to ICU-level cases. Strong critical care skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited RN program and active RN license.
• BLS certification through American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Provide post-anesthesia care using the nursing process for PACU patients.
• Collaborate with anesthesia team to monitor patients after surgery.
• Monitor ventilators, lines, drains, and patient status; respond to changes.
• Support a self-covered, collaborative PACU team and participate in call requirements.

Skills

Critical care

Education

RN license

BLS certification

Job description

Mercy St. Louis is hiring a Registered Nurse for the Phase I PACU unit. This full-time role covers 3 x 12-hour shifts (1100–2330) per week and involves providing post-anesthesia care, closely monitoring patients, and collaborating with the anesthesia team.

The PACU team cares for a range of postoperative patients, from routine recoveries to ICU-level cases. Strong critical care skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment are essential.