Part-Time Surgical Prep & Recovery RN

Cayuga Medical Center; Hayts Corner (NY); On-site; USD 110,685,000 - 135,189,000; Part time

Job summary

Cayuga Health’s Prep & Recovery Unit is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to care for patients undergoing anesthesia and recovering from surgery. You will monitor vital signs, assess consciousness, and ensure safe, responsive care throughout recovery.

Required ADN and NY RN license; BLS/ACLS/PALS to be obtained during the introductory period. 6–12 months critical care or 1 year recovery experience preferred; part-time, onsite shifts in Ithaca.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) and NY RN license.
• BLS, ACLS & PALS to be obtained during introductory period.
• 6–12 months critical care experience or 1 year recovery experience.

Responsibilities

• Care for patients receiving anesthesia and those recovering from anesthesia.
• Monitor pre- and post-operative vital signs and assess level of consciousness.
• Demonstrate prioritization and critical thinking in patient care; document accurately.

Skills

Critical care experience

Recovery experience

Clinical decision making

Prioritization

Education

Associates Degree in Nursing

BSN (preferred)

CPAN (certification)

Job description

Cayuga Health’s Prep & Recovery Unit is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to care for patients undergoing anesthesia and recovering from surgery. You will monitor vital signs, assess consciousness, and ensure safe, responsive care throughout recovery.

Required ADN and NY RN license; BLS/ACLS/PALS to be obtained during the introductory period. 6–12 months critical care or 1 year recovery experience preferred; part-time, onsite shifts in Ithaca.