PACU RN - Part-Time Day Shift: Post-Op Recovery Expert

trinityhealth; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 54,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center is seeking a Part-time Registered Nurse (RN) in the Ambulatory Surgery Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) to provide post-operative care for patients recovering from outpatient surgical procedures.

The role requires an Associate's degree in Nursing and CT RN licensure, with 1+ year PACU experience preferred. Shifts are day-time, with 24 hours per week and no weekend commitments, offering hospital-based perioperative collaboration.

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.

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

High-acuity care

PACU experience

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

Tools

ASPAN standards

Job description

Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center is seeking a Part-time Registered Nurse (RN) in the Ambulatory Surgery Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) to provide post-operative care for patients recovering from outpatient surgical procedures.

The role requires an Associate's degree in Nursing and CT RN licensure, with 1+ year PACU experience preferred. Shifts are day-time, with 24 hours per week and no weekend commitments, offering hospital-based perioperative collaboration.