PACU RN: Dynamic Post-Op Care with 24/7 Coverage

The Hospital of Central Connecticut; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hospital of Central Connecticut is seeking a PACU nurse to provide both pre- and post-operative care in a busy 10-bed PACU. Responsibilities include initiating IVs, administering medications, educating patients, and ensuring accurate documentation across diverse surgical services.

We offer 24/7 coverage with on-call requirements. ICU experience is preferred, and ACLS/BLS certifications are required. Join a team dedicated to high-quality perioperative care and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Current Connecticut RN License.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
• ICU experience preferred, will consider ED, step-down and floor-level experience.
• BSN preferred.
• BLS certification by the American Heart Association required prior to date of hire.
• ACLS certification required for external candidates.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre- and post-operative care in PACU.
• Initiate IVs, administer medications, provide patient education.
• Validate and document required information.
• Manage postoperative care and recovery from anesthesia.
• Support care across multiple surgical services (general, robotics, urology, gynecology, neurosurgery, orthopedics, plastics, thoracic, colorectal, trauma).
• Maintain 24/7 coverage with on-call requirements.

Skills

ICU experience

Teamwork

Positive outlook

Education

Connecticut RN License

BSN preferred

Tools

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Job description

The Hospital of Central Connecticut is seeking a PACU nurse to provide both pre- and post-operative care in a busy 10-bed PACU. Responsibilities include initiating IVs, administering medications, educating patients, and ensuring accurate documentation across diverse surgical services.

We offer 24/7 coverage with on-call requirements. ICU experience is preferred, and ACLS/BLS certifications are required. Join a team dedicated to high-quality perioperative care and patient safety.