Registered Nurse PACU PRN

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Vidalia (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Paid time off

401(k) match

Education support

Fertility and family building

Job summary

Memorial Health Meadows Hospital in Vidalia, GA is seeking a PRN PACU Registered Nurse to provide high-quality postoperative care. You will work with the surgical and anesthesia teams, manage airway and monitor neurological/cardiac status, and respond quickly to complications, with on-call duties discussed during interview.

This role offers strong teamwork, opportunities to contribute to patient recovery, and access to comprehensive benefits through HCA Healthcare.

Qualifications

• ACLS certification within 30 days of start date.
• BLS certification.
• RN license required.
• Associate degree required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care while applying evidence-based practices.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including providers and therapists.
• Consistently apply nursing process, critical thinking, and leadership for safe care.
• Assess patient condition, monitor changes, and document thoroughly.
• Educate patients and families about condition, treatment and follow-up.

Skills

Critical care nursing

Airway management

Clinical assessment

Nursing leadership

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Registered Nurse (RN) license

Job description

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a Registered Nurse PACU PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Memorial Health Meadows Hospital which is part of the nations leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Job Summary and Qualifications

As a PACU Registered Nurse, you will play a critical role in the immediate post-operative care of surgical patients. Your responsibilities will include managing airway support, closely monitoring neurological and cardiac status, and responding promptly to any complications or side effects. You will provide initial wound care to the patients’ surgical site and ensure patient stability during recovery. You will collaborate with the surgical and anesthesia team. This role includes on-call availability during select non-business hours which will be discussed in the interview.

Position Details:

• Self/Preferential Scheduling posted four weeks in advance
• Supportive, visible leadership that promotes a collaborative, respectful team culture where nurses are empowered to ask questions, seek help, and provide valuable input
• Staffing Support from Certified Nurse Assistance, Patient Care Techs, Charge Nurses, and an RN float pool internal to HCA Healthcare that is available as a staffing resource as needed
• Rounding with unit leaders, including charge nurses, to ensure your voice is heard on suggestions for patient care

What you will do in this role:

• Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care while managing evidence-based practices and continuous improvement initiatives
• Be an integral member of a dynamic interdisciplinary team – consisting of the provider(s), therapy, and more.
• Consistently apply the nursing process, critical thinking skills, scientific judgment, technical skills and leadership to independently deliver safe nursing care to patients
• Assess patient condition, monitor throughout your shift, and document changes in patient condition along with the care provided thoroughly
• Educate patients and families/caregivers about the patient’s medical condition, treatment and follow-up measures

What qualifications you will need:

• Advanced Cardiac Life Spt must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• Basic Cardiac Life Support
• (RN) Registered Nurse
• Associate Degree

No Travel Required

1 years experience Required Years of Experience

Benefits

Memorial Health Meadows Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include some or all of the following:

• Comprehensive benefitsfor medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support,including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from workprograms for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 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, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education supportthrough tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefitsfor fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and position.

Memorial Health Meadows Hospital is a regional health system featuring a state-of-the-art hospital, cancer center and a network of physician practices that serve Vidalia, GA. and the surrounding communities. Meadows Health includes the only nationally accredited hospital in Montgomery, Toombs, Treutlen and Tattnall counties.

Meadows offers the latest in medical advancements including cutting-edge cancer care, life-saving heart attack procedures, womens services, wound care, orthopedic medicine and more.

Whether youre exploring the scenic outdoors, participating in the famous Vidalia Onion Festival, or savoring local culinary delights, Vidalia offers something for everyone. This is the perfect destination for travelers, families, and locals alike to enjoy unique attractions, community events, and the beauty of South Georgia.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do"
- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

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