PACU RN: Post-Anesthesia Care Specialist

Community Health Systems, Inc.; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 62,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care through the nursing process in alignment with clinical protocols and physician orders.

The RN collaborates with physicians, nurses and health professionals to ensure safe and quality outcomes. Responsibilities include assessments, medication administration, perioperative and PACU/OR support, emergency response, patient education, and adherence to safety and infection control standards.

Qualifications

• RN licensure in state of Indiana.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• 0-2 years clinical nursing experience preferred.
• Ability to document findings accurately in medical records.
• Competence with hospital protocols and infection control.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient-centered care per nursing process.
• Conduct thorough patient assessments and report changes.
• Administer prescribed medications and monitor effects.
• Assist physicians during procedures within competency.
• Educate patients and families on care plans.
• Respond to emergencies and participate in CPR/code team.
• Maintain infection control practices.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Collaborative practice

Documentation

Patient education

Education

Nursing degree (RN)

Tools

IV pumps

Monitors

Ventilators

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care through the nursing process in alignment with clinical protocols and physician orders.

The RN collaborates with physicians, nurses and health professionals to ensure safe and quality outcomes. Responsibilities include assessments, medication administration, perioperative and PACU/OR support, emergency response, patient education, and adherence to safety and infection control standards.