PACU RN — Part-Time Day Shift (No Weekends)

Trinity Health; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 56,000 - 72,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-Time – 24 hours/week

Day shift

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center in Hartford, CT is seeking a part-time Registered Nurse in the Ambulatory Surgery Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) to provide high-acuity care for patients recovering from outpatient surgical procedures. The RN will manage Phase 1 and 2 recovery, ensure safe emergence from anesthesia, and collaborate with anesthesiologists and surgeons.

Requirements include ADN or ASN, CT RN license, and PACU experience; ICU experience and certifications (BLS/CPR, ACLS,

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program with an Associate’s degree in Nursing is required.
• Valid RN license in Connecticut.
• The ideal candidate will have one or more years of PACU experience supporting inpatient surgical recovery.
• Preferred: ICU experience with 2+ years may be considered if they demonstrate expertise in ICU-level ventilated patient care, critical drips, and strong assessment skills.
• BLS/CPR certification (AHA or ARC).
• ACLS and TNCC certification (support available post-hire).
• Proficiency in ASPAN standards and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-acuity care for patients recovering from outpatient surgical procedures.
• Manage Phase 1 and 2 recovery, ensuring safe emergence from anesthesia, stabilization, and readiness for discharge or transfer.
• Collaborate with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and care teams to deliver advanced interventions and uphold perioperative standards.

Skills

PACU experience

RN license CT

ICU experience 2+ years

BLS/CPR certification

ACLS/TNCC certifications

ASPAN standards knowledge

Education

Associate’s degree in Nursing

Job description

Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center in Hartford, CT is seeking a part-time Registered Nurse in the Ambulatory Surgery Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) to provide high-acuity care for patients recovering from outpatient surgical procedures. The RN will manage Phase 1 and 2 recovery, ensure safe emergence from anesthesia, and collaborate with anesthesiologists and surgeons.

Requirements include ADN or ASN, CT RN license, and PACU experience; ICU experience and certifications (BLS/CPR, ACLS,