Registered Nurse, PACU

RemoteWorker US; Leighton (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated healthcare system seeks a Registered Nurse for the PACU in Florence, Alabama. This full-time role involves providing exceptional postoperative care, utilizing advanced nursing practices, and contributing to a committed team aiming to enhance community health. Opportunities for professional growth and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Competitive paid time off

Tuition reimbursement and loan assistance

401(k) matching

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Current state RN license required.
• 1 to 2 years of experience preferred.
• Active AL or Compact RN License required.

Responsibilities

• Provide immediate post-op recovery care for patients.
• Utilize nursing process for assessing and evaluating patient care.
• Serve as a patient-care innovator.

Skills

Patient care

Assessment

Compassion

Education

Associate’s Degree in Nursing

Tools

ACLS

PALS

Job description

Registered Nurse, PACU at North Alabama Medical Center summary:

The Registered Nurse in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) provides immediate post-operative recovery care for patients following surgical procedures. This role requires assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care while utilizing specialized intervention methods to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Joining North Alabama Medical Center means being part of a dedicated team committed to making communities healthier, with ample opportunities for professional development and support.

Registered Nurse (RN), PACU, Post Anesthesia Care Unit

Job Type: Full time hour; rotating shifts with call required.

Where We Are:

Florence, Alabama is situated in Northwestern Alabama, where the Tennessee River Flows through the scenic Shoals. On your days off spend some time fishing and boating on Wilson Lake. Come tour the historical sites, visit Key Cave National Wildlife Refuge, or take a relaxing lake cruise on Wheeler Lake.

What we offer

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts
• Competitive paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching

Professional development and growth opportunities

Department/Unit Summary

Surgical Services at North Alabama Medical Center consists of 15 surgical suites, 6 Endoscopy Rooms, 6 private Pre-Admission Testing rooms, and 30 same day surgery rooms. Our surgical team consists of specially trained surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, surgical technologists, certified nurse anesthetists and other highly trained professionals. We strive to provide outstanding and compassionate care and service from pre-op to discharge.

Your experience matters

At North Alabama Medical Center, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you’re not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a registered nurse (RN) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Connect with our RN recruiting specialist
Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Savannah Bennefield by texting or calling 256-415-5593.

How you’ll contribute

You’ll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing.

Qualifications and requirements
Applicants should have a current state RN license. Additional requirements include:

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing required.
• 1 to 2 years of experience preferred.
• Must have an active AL or Compact RN License.
• Must have ACLS and PALS within 90 days of hire.

What you will do

RN responsible for providing the immediate post-op recovery care of the Perioperative patient in the PACU through the use of the nursing process. The Nursing process is defined as the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluating of nursing care pertinent to the individual patient.

About our Health System
North Alabama Medical Center is a 263 bed hospital located in Florence, Alabama, and is part of Lifepoint Health , a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone—your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

“North Alabama Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. North Alabama Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”

Keywords:

Registered Nurse, PACU, post-operative care, nursing, healthcare, patient care, Florence Alabama, surgical services, ACLS, PALS