Registered Nurse, PACU (Full Time)

OrthoVirginia Inc; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

OrthoVirginia Inc is seeking a PACU Registered Nurse to join a collaborative perioperative team. You will provide attentive post-anesthesia care, monitor vitals, manage pain, and ensure safe recovery from anesthesia following surgery.

You will work with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and the perioperative team, document care accurately, and educate patients and families about the recovery process and discharge instructions. A current Virginia RN license and PACU experience are required.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state (Virginia).
• Clinical experience in PACU, perioperative, critical care, emergency, or other relevant acute-care setting.
• Strong bedside assessment, pain management, and patient safety skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, compassionate nursing care throughout perioperative recovery.
• Closely monitor vitals, airway status, pain, and anesthesia response.
• Recognize changes in condition and respond to potential complications.
• Administer medications and pain/symptom management as ordered.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and team for continuity of care.
• Educate patients and families on recovery and discharge instructions.
• Maintain accurate documentation while protecting patient privacy.
• Support safety, quality standards, and efficient flow in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

RN license

PACU

Perioperative care

Pain management

Emergency response

Teamwork

Communication

Documentation

Job description

At OrthoVirginia, you’re part of a team dedicated to delivering expert orthopedic and therapy care across the state. As Virginia’s largest provider of musculoskeletal care, we offer full-time and part-time opportunities in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.With more than 159 physicians in over 35 locations—including Lynchburg, Northern Virginia, Richmond, Southwest Virginia, and Hampton Roads—OrthoVirginia is a leader in orthopedic surgery, non-surgical care, and physical, hand, and occupational therapy. Our nationally recognized specialists treat a full range of musculoskeletal injuries and conditions, helping patients of all ages move, heal, and thrive.Join us and become part of a trusted network committed to excellence in orthopedic care.Make Every Recovery a Safe OneAs a PACU Registered Nurse, you’ll play an important role in helping patients safely and comfortably recover from anesthesia following surgery. You’ll provide attentive post-operative care, closely monitor patients, manage pain and symptoms, and respond quickly to changes in condition.Working alongside surgeons, anesthesia providers, and the perioperative team, you’ll help create a seamless experience from surgery through recovery and discharge. This is a great opportunity for a nurse who thrives in a collaborative surgical environment and is passionate about providing exceptional patient care.What You’ll DoProvide safe, compassionate nursing care throughout the perioperative and post-anesthesia recovery process.Closely monitor patients following surgery, including vital signs, airway status, pain, and overall response to anesthesia.Recognize changes in patient condition and respond quickly and appropriately to potential complications.Administer medications and implement pain and symptom management interventions in accordance with physician orders and facility protocols.Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and clinical team members to coordinate patient care and ensure continuity throughout recovery.Educate and reassure patients and families, helping them understand the recovery process and discharge instructions.Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation while protecting patient privacy and confidentiality.Support patient safety, quality standards, and an efficient flow of care in a fast-paced surgical environment.What You’ll BringCurrent Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state.Clinical experience in PACU, perioperative, critical care, emergency, or other relevant acute-care nursing setting, as required by the facility.Knowledge of post-anesthesia assessment, surgical patient care, pain management, and emergency response.Ability to recognize and respond effectively to changes in patient condition.Strong clinical judgment, communication, organization, and teamwork skills.Ability to provide compassionate care while maintaining patient privacy and dignity.Why Join Us?Join a collaborative surgical team where your clinical expertise makes a direct impact on the patient experience. You’ll have the opportunity to provide focused, one-on-one care in a specialized environment while working alongside experienced surgeons, anesthesia providers, and healthcare professionals committed to excellent outcomes.INDOP1Compensation Range for this position:$44.67 - $67.01Compensation for this role will be based on several factors, including the candidate's qualifications, relevant experience, education, skills, certifications, geography/market, and internal equity considerations.This organization participates in e-Verify. Esta organización participa en e-Verify.