Pediatric PACU Nurse: Postoperative Care Expert

10100 Children's Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 61,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s National Hospital in Fairfax, VA seeks an experienced RN for post-anesthesia clinical care within the operating room. The role emphasizes airway management, rapid assessment, teamwork, and evidence-based practice to ensure safe patient outcomes in a dynamic surgical environment.

The ideal candidate has a BSN, at least two years PACU or similar critical care experience, and holds DC RN licensure with CPR and PALS.

Qualifications

• BSN from an approved nursing program.
• Minimum 2 years PACU or related critical care experience.
• Licensed RN in District of Columbia or eligible.
• CPR and PALS certifications required (CPN/CPAN preferred).

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage airway postoperatively, including IPPV.
• Monitor cardiopulmonary function and oxygen saturation.
• Provide timely pain management and manage epidural/nerve blocks.
• Maintain safety and escalate issues per chain of command.

Skills

Airway management

Anesthetic knowledge

Organization

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Evidence-based practice

Education

BSN

Job description

Children’s National Hospital in Fairfax, VA seeks an experienced RN for post-anesthesia clinical care within the operating room. The role emphasizes airway management, rapid assessment, teamwork, and evidence-based practice to ensure safe patient outcomes in a dynamic surgical environment.

The ideal candidate has a BSN, at least two years PACU or similar critical care experience, and holds DC RN licensure with CPR and PALS.