Registered Nurse - PACU

Plan A Health; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 6,199,000 - 11,021,000; Full time

Job summary

Plan A Health is seeking a Per diem PACU Registered Nurse in Reno, NV to provide high-quality post-anesthesia care for surgical patients. The role requires monitoring patients emerging from anesthesia, managing airways, pain, and hemodynamics, and documenting in the EHR.

Ideal candidates hold current RN licensure with necessary certifications and can respond quickly in high-pressure situations, with strong communication skills and comfort using health tech tools.

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure with appropriate certifications.
• Strong assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to respond quickly and effectively in high-pressure situations.
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
• Comfort with advanced technology and evidence-based practices.

Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor patients emerging from anesthesia.
• Manage airways, pain, and hemodynamic status.
• Administer IV medications and respond promptly to patient condition changes.
• Document accurately in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Educate patients and families about post-operative care.
• Ensure safe handoffs to inpatient units or discharge.

Skills

RN licensure

Critical thinking

Fast decision making

Communication

Tech savvy (EHR)

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Role: Per diem PACU Registered Nurse responsible for providing high-quality post-anesthesia care for surgical patients.

Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor patients emerging from anesthesia
• Manage airways, pain, and hemodynamic status
• Administer IV medications and respond promptly to patient condition changes
• Document accurately in the Electronic Health Record (EHR)
• Educate patients and families about post-operative care
• Ensure safe handoffs to inpatient units or discharge

Qualifications & Skills

• Current RN licensure with appropriate certifications
• Strong assessment and critical thinking skills
• Ability to respond quickly and effectively in high-pressure situations
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities
• Comfort with advanced technology and evidence-based practices

Work Environment: Collaborative, patient-centered culture emphasizing safety, inclusion, and professional development.