PACU RN: Day Shift — Expert Postop Care

Ultipro; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Odessa Regional Medical Center is seeking a PACU Registered Nurse to care for patients recovering from anesthesia in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit. The role emphasizes vigilant monitoring, timely interventions, and patient education in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications include a Texas RN license with BLS/ACLS; PALS is preferred. A minimum of 1 year of experience and strong critical thinking are required to provide high‑quality perioperative care to diverse patients.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Texas.
• BLS and ACLS certifications.
• PALS preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Compassionate and patient-centered care approach.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and document vitals: BP, HR, RR, SpO2, temp.
• Assess level of consciousness and orientation.
• Administer pain and nausea medications.
• Watch for bleeding, hypotension, or arrhythmias.
• Dress wounds and assess surgical drains.
• Educate patients and families on post‑op care.
• Notify surgeons/anesthesiologists of patient status.
• Transfer patients to next destination within hours.

Skills

RN TX license

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS preferred

Vital signs assessment

Critical thinking

Compassionate care

Job description

Odessa Regional Medical Center is seeking a PACU Registered Nurse to care for patients recovering from anesthesia in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit. The role emphasizes vigilant monitoring, timely interventions, and patient education in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications include a Texas RN license with BLS/ACLS; PALS is preferred. A minimum of 1 year of experience and strong critical thinking are required to provide high‑quality perioperative care to diverse patients.