PACU RN — Diverse Post-Op Care with Sign-On & Relocation

Sentara Health; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Sentara CarePlex Hospital in Hampton, VA is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). The unit supports a 10-bed PACU with Phase I recovery care across multiple surgical specialties; this role includes unique coverage of cases from CVIR and Endoscopy.

Qualifications include a current RN license, BSN preferred or ADN required, and BLS/ACLS/PALS. Minimum 1 year of critical care or PACU experience; on-call required with a rotating 6-week schedule.

Qualifications

• BSN preferred; ADN required.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) required.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) required.
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) required.
• Minimum 1 year of Critical Care (ICU) or PACU experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive post-anesthesia assessments, emphasizing airway management, hemodynamic stability, and pain control.
• Manage a 10-bed unit flow effectively, prioritizing patient acuity and discharge readiness.
• Collaborate closely with Anesthesiologists, Surgeons, and Proceduralists (Endo/CVIR) to ensure seamless continuity of care.
• Administer medications and treatments according to established policies and patient needs.
• Educate patients and families regarding post-operative care and discharge instructions.

Skills

Critical Care

ICU experience

PACU

Education

BSN preferred

ADN required

Job description

Generous sign- on bonus $15K and Relocation Assistance for qualified candidates and positions.

Sentara CarePlex Hospital located in Hampton, VA is hiring a Registered Nurse for the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU).

Status:Full-Time (0.9 FTE)

Shift:Mid/Evenings (Multiple Schedule Options Available)

Call Requirements:Yes (Rotating 6-week schedule)

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled and dynamic Registered Nurse to join our 10-bed Post Anesthesia Care Unit. Our PACU team provides critical recovery care for a diverse mix of surgical acuity, ensuring patient safety and comfort during the immediate post-operative phase.

This position is ideal for a clinician who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys a wide variety of cases. In addition to main OR recoveries, this role holds a unique scope of responsibility, overseeing the recovery of patients receiving General Anesthesia in our interventional and procedural areas.

Clinical Scope & Patient Population

In this role, you will provide Phase I recovery care for a mixed level of surgical procedures, including but not limited to:

• Vascular

• Urology & Gynecology

• Orthopedics

• Oncology

• Bariatrics

• General Surgery

Expanded Scope: Unique to this unit, the PACU team also oversees and manages the recovery of all cases utilizing General Anesthesiaoriginating from the CVIR (Cardiovascular Interventional Radiology)and Endoscopydepartments.

On-Call Requirements

Call is assigned based on a 6-week schedule block. The successful candidate must be able to meet the following response times and coverage requirements (must live within 30 minutes of Hospital):

• Weeknight Call:

  • Frequency:4–5 shifts per 6-week schedule.

  • Hours:21:00 – 07:00 (Overnight coverage window).

• Weekend Call:

  • Frequency:1 weekend per 6-week schedule.

  • Hours:Saturday 07:00 – Monday 07:00 (48-hour continuous coverage window).

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive post-anesthesia assessments, emphasizing airway management, hemodynamic stability, and pain control.

• Manage a 10-bed unit flow effectively, prioritizing patient acuity and discharge readiness.

• Collaborate closely with Anesthesiologists, Surgeons, and Proceduralists (Endo/CVIR) to ensure seamless continuity of care.

• Administer medications and treatments according to established policies and patient needs.

• Educate patients and families regarding post-operative care and discharge instructions.

Qualifications

• Licensure:Current unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license.

• Education:BSN preferred; ADN required.

• Certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support) required.

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) required.

  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) required

• Experience:Minimum 1 year of Critical Care (ICU) or previous PACU experience required due to the mixed acuity of the patient population.

Why Join Us?

• Variety:No two days are the same; gain experience across multiple specialties from Bariatrics to Interventional Radiology.

• Team Environment:Work in a tight-knit, collaborative 10-bed unit where your skills make a direct impact.

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We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $41.93 - $61.01 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs.Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays); paid parental and military leave; educational assistance or student loan repayment; and voluntary benefits.

Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center located in Woodbridge, VA is a 183-bed not-for-profit hospital. We combine the resources of a major health system with the compassionate, personalized care of a community hospital. We offer quiet, private rooms and quality care focused on safety and patient satisfaction. Our clinical services include advanced imaging, cancer services, cardiovascular care, emergency care, lab services, orthopedics, weight loss services and more, all powered through Sentara eCare®, a comprehensive electronic medical record system. In addition to our hospital, Sentara Health is enhancing access to healthcare services in Northern Virginia with outpatient and imaging centers in Lake Ridge, Lorton, Springfield and Alexandria, Va. We improve health every day, come be a part of the community.