PACU RN — Lead Care & Quality in Post-Anesthesia

Charleston Area Medical Center; North Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Charleston Area Medical Center is seeking a Registered Nurse 2 for the Post Anesthesia Care Unit at Memorial Hospital in Charleston, WV. The role emphasizes critical thinking, leadership, and evidence-based nursing practice to meet patient needs and departmental goals.

The RN will participate in unit PI/QI initiatives, maintain competency through ongoing education, and provide high-quality care for post-anesthesia patients while adhering to organizational policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Must hold RN license in good standing.
• BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications required or within 1 year of hire.
• Associates degree required or higher as stated; BSN encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care using nursing process for post-anesthesia patients.
• Demonstrate leadership and mentor others in skill development.
• Engage in PI/QI activities and apply evidence-based practices.
• Adhere to organizational policies and procedures and maintain competency.

Skills

Critical thinking

Patient care

Leadership

Teaching/mentoring

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Tools

BLS

ACLS

PALS

Job description

Charleston Area Medical Center is seeking a Registered Nurse 2 for the Post Anesthesia Care Unit at Memorial Hospital in Charleston, WV. The role emphasizes critical thinking, leadership, and evidence-based nursing practice to meet patient needs and departmental goals.

The RN will participate in unit PI/QI initiatives, maintain competency through ongoing education, and provide high-quality care for post-anesthesia patients while adhering to organizational policies and standards.