PACU RN: Post-Op Care Innovator, Flexible Scheduling

Portsmouth Regional Hospital - New Hampshire; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Certification support

Dependent scholarships

Job summary

Portsmouth Regional Hospital in New Hampshire seeks a PACU Registered Nurse to support immediate post-operative care. You will monitor airway, neuro and cardiac status, provide wound care, and collaborate with the surgical and anesthesia teams to ensure patient stability during recovery.

The role includes on-call availability during select hours and opportunities for mentorship, education, and career growth within a large healthcare system.

Qualifications

• Active NH RN license or compact license.
• ADN required with nursing licensure in NH.
• Minimum 1 year in PACU or critical care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in PACU using evidence-based practices.
• Collaborate with surgical and anesthesia teams to support recovery.
• Assess airway, neurological and cardiac status; respond to complications.
• Monitor patient condition, document changes, and ensure timely care.
• Educate patients and families about condition, treatment and follow-up.

Skills

Active NH RN license

PACU/critical care experience

On-call availability

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Job description

Portsmouth Regional Hospital in New Hampshire seeks a PACU Registered Nurse to support immediate post-operative care. You will monitor airway, neuro and cardiac status, provide wound care, and collaborate with the surgical and anesthesia teams to ensure patient stability during recovery.

The role includes on-call availability during select hours and opportunities for mentorship, education, and career growth within a large healthcare system.