Registered Nurse OP/PACU

Cody Regional Health; Cody (WY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Cody Regional Health in Cody, WY is seeking a dedicated RN for our on-site PACU to provide pre-operative and post-anesthesia care for outpatient procedures, including patient assessment, monitoring, pain management, and safe recovery planning.

You will collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists and the perioperative team, educate patients and families, document in the electronic health record, and uphold infection control, safety standards and quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Clinical nursing skills in perioperative care and patient assessment.
• Proficiency in IV therapy, medication administration and pain management.
• Ability to educate patients and families clearly about procedures and recovery expectations.
• Effective collaboration with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and the perioperative team.
• Commitment to safety, infection prevention, and accurate documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre-operative and post-anesthesia nursing care.
• Assess patients, monitor vitals, and manage pain.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and interdisciplinary team.
• Educate patients and families.
• Document in the electronic health record.
• Uphold infection control and safety standards.
• Participate in quality improvement activities.

Skills

Pre-op assessment

Post-anesthesia care

IV therapy

Pain management

Patient education

Team collaboration

Infection control

EHR documentation

Regulatory compliance

Safety focus

Education

Wyoming RN license

BLS certification

ACLS & PALS preferred

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Company Description

Cody Regional Health is a growing healthcare system serving the Big Horn Basin Region of Wyoming, evolving from a single hospital into a comprehensive network of services. The organization is committed to personalizing and humanizing the healthcare experience, grounded in deep community roots and strong patient-centered values. Located amid iconic scenery in Cody, WY, Cody Regional Health offers an environment that supports healing, innovation, and professional fulfillment. With a focus on compassion, integrity, excellence, innovation, and collaboration, the team strives to provide extraordinary care that exceeds patient expectations. Guided by a mission to help individuals heal and lead healthier lives, Cody Regional Health aims to be the first choice for both patients and healthcare professionals.

Role Description

The Registered Nurse OP/PACU role is a full-time, on-site position based in Cody, WY. This role involves providing pre-operative and post-anesthesia nursing care for patients undergoing outpatient procedures, including comprehensive assessments, monitoring vital signs, managing pain, and supporting safe recovery and discharge. The nurse collaborates closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and interdisciplinary team members to implement care plans, administer medications, and respond promptly to changes in patient status. Daily responsibilities include patient and family education, documentation in the electronic health record, adherence to infection control and safety standards, and participation in quality improvement activities. The role also requires effective communication, teamwork, and a commitment to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care in a fast-paced perioperative setting.

Qualifications

• Clinical nursing skills in pre-operative and post-anesthesia care, including patient assessment, monitoring, and evidence-based interventions.
• Proficiency in IV therapy, medication administration, pain management, and recognizing and responding to changes in patient condition.
• Strong patient and family education skills, with the ability to explain procedures, discharge instructions, and recovery expectations clearly and respectfully.
• Effective collaboration and communication skills for working with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Commitment to safety, infection prevention, documentation accuracy, and adherence to regulatory and hospital policies.
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Wyoming (or eligibility for licensure).
• BLS certification required; ACLS and PALS certifications preferred or willingness to obtain within a specified timeframe.
• Previous experience in PACU, perioperative services, or acute care nursing preferred.
• Ability to adapt to shifting priorities, remain calm under pressure, and provide compassionate care to diverse patient populations.