PACU RN: Per Diem, 24/7 Patient Recovery Impact

Hartford HealthCare; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare's Hartford Hospital is seeking registered nurses to recover patients from anesthesia and manage postoperative care in a fast-paced PACU. The unit handles a wide range of surgeries and operates 24/7, with a 28-bed capacity and ICU/step-down considerations.

Candidates must hold an active Connecticut RN license, have graduated from an accredited nursing program, and possess BLS; ACLS is required for external candidates.

Qualifications

• Current Connecticut RN License.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
• ICU experience preferred.
• BSN Preferred.
• BLS certification by the American Heart Association required prior to date of hire.
• ACLS required for external candidates

Responsibilities

• Recover patients from anesthesia and manage postoperative care.
• Provide care in a 28 bed PACU for a variety of surgical services.
• Support 24/7 operations and assist with ICU/step-down patients as needed.

Skills

ICU experience

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Education

Connecticut RN License

Graduate of an accredited nursing school

BSN preferred

Job description

Hartford HealthCare's Hartford Hospital is seeking registered nurses to recover patients from anesthesia and manage postoperative care in a fast-paced PACU. The unit handles a wide range of surgeries and operates 24/7, with a 28-bed capacity and ICU/step-down considerations.

Candidates must hold an active Connecticut RN license, have graduated from an accredited nursing program, and possess BLS; ACLS is required for external candidates.