PACU RN: Post-Anesthesia Care & Recovery Pro

Community Health Systems; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking an RN to provide patient-centered care using the nursing process, collaborating with physicians and the care team to achieve optimal outcomes. This role emphasizes safety, documentation, and compassionate family education in a dynamic hospital setting.

The PACU RN responsibilities include assessing wakefulness, managing pain, monitoring post‑operative status, IV fluids, wound checks, and ensuring airway support while maintaining infection

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of clinical nursing experience or student rotations in an acute care setting.
• Current RN licensure in the state or a compact state.
• Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centered care following the nursing process and organizational protocols.
• Document assessments, plans, and care delivery accurately for the patient record.
• Administer prescribed medications and monitor for adverse effects.
• Collaborate with physicians and the healthcare team to coordinate care.
• Respond to medical emergencies and perform CPR as needed.
• Educate patients and families about care plans and discharge instructions.
• Operate and monitor medical equipment and maintain infection control standards.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Infection control

Documentation

Communication skills

CPR

Education

Registered Nurse licensure

Tools

IV pumps

Vital sign monitors

Ventilators

Job description

Community Health Systems in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking an RN to provide patient-centered care using the nursing process, collaborating with physicians and the care team to achieve optimal outcomes. This role emphasizes safety, documentation, and compassionate family education in a dynamic hospital setting.

The PACU RN responsibilities include assessing wakefulness, managing pain, monitoring post‑operative status, IV fluids, wound checks, and ensuring airway support while maintaining infection