Registered Nurse - PACU (RN)

Downtown Evansville Inc; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Deaconess PACU in Evansville, IN is seeking an experienced RN to monitor and support patients recovering from anesthesia and surgery. You will apply advanced assessment, clinical judgment, and compassionate care in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

As a PACU RN, you will work with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and interdisciplinary teams to manage pain and recovery, educate patients and families, and coordinate individualized plans of care to optimize outcomes.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Indiana or a compact state.
• BSN preferred.
• PACU/ICU/ED or critical care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and assess patients recovering from anesthesia and surgical procedures.
• Recognize and respond to changes in patient condition using sound clinical judgment.
• Manage pain, comfort, and recovery needs while prioritizing patient safety.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and interdisciplinary care teams.
• Educate patients and families regarding recovery expectations and post-operative care.
• Coordinate individualized plans of care to support optimal outcomes.

Skills

Critical care

Nursing assessment

Clinical judgment

Patient education

Team collaboration

Education

RN license

BSN preferred

Job description

If you enjoy combining critical care skills with meaningful patient interaction, you'll thrive in Deaconess PACU. Our nurses play a vital role in helping patients safely recover from anesthesia and surgery, using strong assessment skills, clinical judgment, and compassion during some of the most important moments of a patient's care journey.

As a PACU RN, you'll work alongside an experienced team of surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nursing professionals in a collaborative environment where your expertise is valued and your voice is heard. Every day offers the opportunity to care for a diverse patient population, sharpen your critical thinking skills, and deliver exceptional patient-centered care.

Why Choose Deaconess PACU?

• Fast-paced, highly skilled nursing environment
• One-on-one patient care during recovery and stabilization
• Collaborative team culture with strong physician and anesthesia partnerships
• Opportunity to utilize advanced assessment and critical thinking skills
• Exposure to a wide variety of surgical specialties and procedures
• Commitment to professional growth, education, and career advancement
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package

What You'll Do

• Monitor and assess patients recovering from anesthesia and surgical procedures.
• Recognize and respond to changes in patient condition using sound clinical judgment.
• Manage pain, comfort, and recovery needs while prioritizing patient safety.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and interdisciplinary care teams.
• Educate patients and families regarding recovery expectations and post-operative care.
• Coordinate individualized plans of care to support optimal outcomes.

Qualifications

Required

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Indiana or another compact licensure state.

Preferred

• BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing).
• Previous PACU, ICU, ED, or other critical care experience.

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