PACU RN: Post‑Anesthesia Care Specialist (Part-Time)

Northeastern-Vermont-Regional-Hospital; St. Johnsbury (VT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Student loan repayment

Tuition reimbursement

Generous paid time off

Gym membership

Health, dental and vision plans

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital (NVRH) in St. Johnsbury, VT, is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) – PACU to join the Ambulatory & Surgical Services team.

This part-time role offers opportunities to work in Phase I/II post-anesthesia care within a collaborative perioperative team and to support patients during their recovery. ideal candidates will have an accredited nursing degree, Vermont or multi-state RN license, 2–3 years acute care experience and active BLS, ACLS & PALS.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current Vermont or multi-state RN license required.
• Minimum 2-3 years of acute care nursing experience required.
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association required.
• Current ACLS and PALS certifications required; candidates may obtain them during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Provide Phase I and Phase II recovery care, including airway, respiratory, circulation, and pain management assessments.
• Monitor and assist patients recovering from anesthesia; manage IV fluids and monitor surgical sites.
• Educate patients and families on post-procedure care, recovery expectations and discharge instructions.
• Collaborate with surgeons, CRNAs, nurses and perioperative staff to provide safe, patient-centered care.
• Support department operations through teamwork, equipment readiness, supply management and quality initiatives.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time-management

Education

Nursing degree

Job description

Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital (NVRH) in St. Johnsbury, VT, is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) – PACU to join the Ambulatory & Surgical Services team.

This part-time role offers opportunities to work in Phase I/II post-anesthesia care within a collaborative perioperative team and to support patients during their recovery. ideal candidates will have an accredited nursing degree, Vermont or multi-state RN license, 2–3 years acute care experience and active BLS, ACLS & PALS.