Registered Nurse PACU

HCA HealthONE; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 50,530 - 76,498; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

Paid time off

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Life insurance

Discount programs

Job summary

HCA HealthONE in Colorado is seeking a PACU Registered Nurse to provide immediate post-operative care, manage airway support, monitor neurological and cardiac status, and collaborate with surgical and anesthesia teams.

This role requires Colorado RN license, BLS, ACLS/PALS, and at least one year of PACU or critical care experience; on-call availability during select non-business hours.

Hourly wage range is $36.68 to $55.53 per hour, with comprehensive benefits and on-site work.

Qualifications

• Current Colorado RN license or active multi-state license.
• BLS certification through AHA or Red Cross.
• ACLS and PALS certifications.
• Graduate from an accredited nursing program; BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct care of post-surgical/post-procedural patients.
• Provide care for adult, pediatric, and geriatric populations as required.
• Rotate to other areas as needed and perform tasks within competency.
• Supervise assistive personnel and ensure quality patient care.

Skills

RN License CO

BLS Certification

ACLS/PALS

BSN Preferred

PACU Experience

Education

BSN Degree (preferred)

Job description

Hourly Wage Estimate: $36.68 - $55.53 per hour

Job Summary

As a PACU Registered Nurse, you play a critical role in the immediate post‑operative care of surgical patients. Your responsibilities include managing airway support, closely monitoring neurological and cardiac status, responding promptly to any complications, providing initial wound care, ensuring patient stability during recovery, and collaborating with the surgical and anesthesia team. The role includes on‑call availability during select non‑business hours as discussed in the interview.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct the care of the post‑surgical/post‑procedural patient.
• Bring specialized skills to serve specific age groups, including adult, adolescent, geriatric, or pediatric populations.
• Rotate to areas other than your assigned service area and perform duties for which you have demonstrated competency.
• Oversee and direct the care of assistive personnel, maintaining final accountability for the care given to assigned patients.

Qualifications

• Current licensure in the State of Colorado as a Registered Nurse, or current active multi‑state Registered Nurse license.
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• ACLS and PALS certifications.
• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing; BSN preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience required; PACU, Ambulatory, Critical Care, or ED experience preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
• 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, and retirement readiness tools.
• Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.

Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.