Registered Nurse PACU

St. Joseph's Health; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 53,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph’s Health in Syracuse, NY is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide immediate post-anesthesia care in the PACU. You will monitor patients recovering from anesthesia, ensure safety and stabilization, and coordinate with the surgical team to prepare for discharge or transfer.

The role requires NY RN licensure, BLS/ CPR, and 1–2 years in PACU/ICU. BSN preferred; weekend on-call is part of a rotating shift and the position is full-time on-site.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current NY RN Licensure.
• BLS/CPR certification; CPAN or CCN a plus.
• 1–2 years’ PACU/ICU/CCN experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide immediate post-anesthesia care and monitor vital signs, airway and consciousness.
• Assess and manage pain, nausea, and post-operative symptoms.
• Recognize anesthesia-related emergencies and respond quickly.
• Educate patients and families on postoperative care and discharge expectations.

Skills

Critical thinking

Patient advocacy

Fast-paced environment

Education

New York RN licensure

Nursing degree (BSN preferred)

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Rotating Shift Description: PACU hours 6am-1130pm with on call requirement. And 1 weekend every 4th weekend.

At St. Joseph’s Health the Surgical Services Department records more than 11,000 surgeries annually in our state-of-art operating rooms providing a full range of surgical services, offering care for ambulatory, elective, and critically ill patients. The Registered Nurse is responsible for monitoring patients as they recover from anesthesia, ensuring their safety, comfort, and stabilization before discharge or transfer to an inpatient unit.

What you will do

• Provide immediate post-anesthesia care, monitoring patients’ vital signs, airway, and level of consciousness. Assess for and manage pain, nausea, and other post-operative symptoms.
• Recognize and respond to anesthesia-related complications and emergencies.
• Educate patients and families on post-operative care, discharge instructions, and recovery expectations.
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and patient advocacy skills along with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and respond quickly to changing patient conditions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited college or university affiliated nursing program. BSN graduate preferred.
• Licensure: Current Licensure as a Registered Nurse RN in New York.
• Certification: BLS/CPR. CPAN or CCN certification a plus
• Experience: Minimum of 1- 2 years’ experience in PACU, ICU or Critical Care Nursing

Ministry/Facility Information

St. Joseph’s Health is a regional non-profit health care system based in Syracuse, NY. St. Joseph’s has been an innovative leader in health care since our founding in 1869 as the first public hospital in the city of Syracuse.Offering primary, specialty, and home care, a hospital, and collaboration with community partners, St. Joseph’s Health advances the well-being of the communities we serve through an expanding range of services to ensure our patients achieve optimum long-term health. We are part ofTrinity Health, the nation’s second-largest Catholic Health System.

St. Joseph’s Health Hospital has been, and remains, the backbone of our integrated system, deliveringaward-winning careand providing enhanced value to our primary, specialized, and partner care facilities throughout the region. We are a US News “Best Regional Hospital”, a designated stroke center, and recipient of several Healthgrades Top 50, Top 100, 5-Star, and Excellence Awards.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature & level of work being performed by persons assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties so assigned.

Mission Statement

We, St Joseph’s Health and Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.

Vision

To be world-renowned for passionate patient care and outstanding clinical outcomes.

Core Values

In the spirit of good Stewardship, we heal by practicing Justice in fostering right relationships to promote common good, Reverence in honoring the dignity of every person, Excellence in expecting the best of ourselves and others; Integrity in being faithful to who we say we are.

Pay Range:$38.75 - $59.85

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.