Per Diem PACU RN - High-Acuity Post-Op Care

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Saint Mary's Hospital in Waterbury, CT is seeking a part-time Registered Nurse for the Main PACU to deliver high-acuity post-operative care for patients recovering from complex surgeries. The role requires independence in the PACU with ICU-level ventilated patient care and strong assessment skills.

Qualifications include graduation from an accredited nursing program and CT RN license, with 1+ year PACU experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• Active RN license in the state of Connecticut.
• The ideal candidate will have one or more years of PACU experience supporting inpatient surgical recovery.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-acuity care for patients recovering from trauma, cardiovascular, neurological, and other critical surgeries.
• Manage Phase1 and 2 recovery, ensuring safe emergence from anesthesia, stabilization, and transfer readiness.
• Collaborate with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and care teams to deliver advanced interventions and uphold perioperative standards.

Skills

PACU experience

Critical care

Team collaboration

Assessment skills

Education

Nursing degree

Tools

CPR certification

ACLS certification

TNCC certification

Job description

Saint Mary's Hospital in Waterbury, CT is seeking a part-time Registered Nurse for the Main PACU to deliver high-acuity post-operative care for patients recovering from complex surgeries. The role requires independence in the PACU with ICU-level ventilated patient care and strong assessment skills.

Qualifications include graduation from an accredited nursing program and CT RN license, with 1+ year PACU experience preferred.