Registered Nurse

Apex Home Health, Hospice & Home Care; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Apex Home Health, Hospice & Home Care nursing team in Wichita seeks a Registered Nurse for the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). You will support patients in the critical recovery phase, monitor vitals, and collaborate with surgical teams to ensure safe, comfortable recovery.

Ideal candidates hold an active nursing license, strong assessment and communication skills, and thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining documentation and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Valid nursing license and experience in post-anesthesia or surgical recovery.
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor vital signs and administer medications during PACU recovery.
• Respond to emergencies and ensure patient comfort and safety.
• Document care and adhere to safety protocols in a fast-paced setting.

Skills

Nursing license

Critical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Registered Nurse license

Job description

Role:

Registered Nurse in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) within the Post-Operative Holding (POH) area.

Responsibilities:

Provide high-quality nursing care to patients during the critical post-operative recovery phase, ensuring patient safety and comfort. Collaborate with healthcare teams to monitor patient progress, manage complications, and deliver comprehensive post-surgical care. Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to safety protocols in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications & Skills

• Valid nursing license and relevant clinical experience in post-anesthesia or surgical recovery settings.
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Key Duties:

Monitor patient vital signs, administer medications, respond to emergencies, and support patient comfort and safety during recovery. Contribute to a supportive, innovative environment to enhance nursing skills across various medical specialties.