PACU RN: Post-Op Recovery Expert

University of Southern California; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

The PACU Registered Nurse at Keck Hospital of USC provides post‑anesthesia care using the nursing process, monitors and supports patients and families, and collaborates with surgeons and staff to ensure safe recovery.

The role requires a BSN, active California RN license, BLS, ACLS, PALS, and PACU or high‑acuity ICU experience; it emphasizes quality improvement, education, and compassionate patient advocacy within a leading academic medical center.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for patient/family education.
• Ability to coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in applying nursing process and evidence-based practice.
• Commitment to patient safety and quality improvement.
• CCRN certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide post-anesthesia recovery care using the nursing process.
• Coordinate patient care and education to patient and family.
• Assist in establishing care plans and delegating tasks as appropriate.
• Maintain Cerner Millenium orders and document care plan.
• Support department goals and participate in quality improvement activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Evidence-based practice

Patient advocacy

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN)

California RN license

BLS

ACLS

PALS

CCRN preferred

Job description

The PACU Registered Nurse at Keck Hospital of USC provides post‑anesthesia care using the nursing process, monitors and supports patients and families, and collaborates with surgeons and staff to ensure safe recovery.

The role requires a BSN, active California RN license, BLS, ACLS, PALS, and PACU or high‑acuity ICU experience; it emphasizes quality improvement, education, and compassionate patient advocacy within a leading academic medical center.