Post Anesthesia Care Nurse

IU Health Methodist Hospital; Indianapolis (IN); Presencial; USD 70.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

IU Health Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis, IN seeks a dedicated Post Anesthesia Care Nurse for a full-time, on-site role. You will monitor patients recovering from anesthesia, manage pain, and collaborate with anesthesiologists and surgeons to ensure safe transitions from PACU to next care steps.

The ideal candidate holds an Indiana RN license (or eligibility), a current BLS and ACLS, and at least some PACU/critical care experience. Strong teamwork and attention to detail are essential.

Formación

• Active RN license in Indiana (or eligibility to obtain)
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• Experience in Post Anesthesia Care (PACU)
• Experience in Critical Care Medicine
• Proficiency in Recovery Room workflows
• Excellent communication and teamwork with multidisciplinary teams
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• BSN or higher degree beneficial

Responsabilidades

• Monitor vital signs and assess consciousness in PACU.
• Manage pain and nausea and respond to changes in patient status.
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered; collaborate with anesthesiologists and surgeons.
• Ensure safe transitions from PACU to inpatient units or discharge.
• Document assessments, interventions and outcomes per policy.
• Participate in quality and safety initiatives.

Conocimientos

Post-anesthesia care

Critical care

Teamwork

Communication

BLS

ACLS

Educación

BSN or higher

Indiana RN license or eligibility

Descripción del empleo

Company Description IU Health Methodist Hospital is a nationally recognized academic medical center known for its commitment to quality and patient safety. The hospital was ranked as the top hospital in the country for quality and safety by the University Health Consortium from 2007 to 2010. It has also been consistently listed among the top programs in U.S. News & World Report’s “America’s Best Hospitals.” IU Health Methodist Hospital holds Magnet designation, reflecting excellence in nursing practice, strong professional development, and superior clinical outcomes. Team members join a collaborative environment focused on evidence-based care and continuous improvement.

Role Description The Post Anesthesia Care Nurse is a full-time, on-site role based at IU Health Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis, IN. This role is responsible for providing high-quality nursing care to patients recovering from anesthesia following surgical and procedural interventions. Day-to-day responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, assessing levels of consciousness, managing pain and nausea, and responding promptly to changes in patient status. The nurse will administer medications and treatments as ordered, collaborate closely with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and other care team members, and ensure safe transitions from the recovery room to inpatient units or discharge. Documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory standards is required, along with active participation in quality and safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• Strong clinical foundation in Nursing and Medicine, with the ability to apply evidence-based practices in a fast-paced acute care environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in Post Anesthesia Care, including monitoring recovery from anesthesia, managing post-operative pain, and addressing potential complications.
• Experience in Critical Care Medicine, with skills in rapid assessment, intervention, and stabilization of patients with changing or complex conditions.
• Proficiency in Recovery Room workflows, including admission, continuous monitoring, and safe transfer or discharge processes.
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana (or eligibility to obtain), and current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and support patients and families during the post-operative period.
• Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize care and manage multiple patients safely.
• Previous experience in post-anesthesia care, PACU, critical care, or perioperative nursing is preferred; BSN or higher degree in nursing is beneficial.