PACU RN Lead: Post-Anesthesia Care

Kaiser Permanente; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Bakersfield, CA is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to lead a health care team, deliver professional nursing care, and apply the nursing process in alignment with established standards, policies, and procedures. The role emphasizes patient safety, collaboration, and respectful care for patients, families, and colleagues.

The ideal candidate has 1 year of PACU/CCU experience, holds an active California RN license, and meets BLS, ACLS, and PALS requirements.

Qualifications

• 1 year recent PACU or Critical Care experience.
• Experience applying the nursing process in patient care.
• Strong teamwork and communication with care teams.
• Commitment to patient safety and quality improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care following standards of care and policy.
• Lead care team, delegate tasks, and ensure accountability.
• Develop and revise patient care plans with multidisciplinary input.
• Ensure accurate documentation and safe medication administration.
• Support discharge planning and patient/family education.

Education

Registered Nurse License (California)

BLS

PALS

ACLS

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in Bakersfield, CA is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to lead a health care team, deliver professional nursing care, and apply the nursing process in alignment with established standards, policies, and procedures. The role emphasizes patient safety, collaboration, and respectful care for patients, families, and colleagues.

The ideal candidate has 1 year of PACU/CCU experience, holds an active California RN license, and meets BLS, ACLS, and PALS requirements.