PACU RN: Post-Anesthesia Recovery & Career Growth

Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association; Valley Park (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Nurse ladder program

Advanced technologies

Renowned surgical teams

Job summary

Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association seeks a PACU RN to provide direct patient care after anesthesia across diverse surgical cases. The role emphasizes patient safety, education for patients and families, and seamless communication across care transitions.

Key duties include planning and evaluating recovery care, collaborating with the surgical team, and maintaining high standards of quality and safety in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license required or preferred.
• Experience in critical care is advantageous.
• Ability to work in a safety-sensitive environment with professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualized post-anesthesia care plans.
• Educate patients and families on post-treatment management.
• Promote patient safety and quality compliance throughout care transitions.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure coordinated care.
• Care for complex surgical cases and participate in professional development.

Skills

RN license

Critical care

Communication skills

Safety-sensitive work

Education

Diploma

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association seeks a PACU RN to provide direct patient care after anesthesia across diverse surgical cases. The role emphasizes patient safety, education for patients and families, and seamless communication across care transitions.

Key duties include planning and evaluating recovery care, collaborating with the surgical team, and maintaining high standards of quality and safety in a fast-paced environment.