Registered Nurse - Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)

Sentara Health; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

401k/403b with match

Job summary

Sentara CarePlex Hospital in Hampton, VA is hiring a Registered Nurse for the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). This fast-paced 10-bed unit handles a diverse mix of cases from General Anesthesia recoveries in CVIR and Endoscopy to standard PACU care.

First shift with additional schedules and on-call rotation offer robust exposure and growth. The role requires a current RN license, BSN preferred or ADN with experience, and active BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications, with at least 1 year in critical care

Qualifications

• Current unencumbered RN license is required.
• BSN preferred or ADN with relevant experience.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications are required.
• Minimum 1 year of Critical Care or PACU experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive post-anesthesia assessments focusing on airway, hemodynamics, and pain control.
• Manage a 10-bed PACU unit flow prioritizing patient acuity and discharge readiness.
• Collaborate with Anesthesiologists, Surgeons, and Proceduralists to ensure continuity of care.
• Administer medications and treatments per policy and patient needs.
• Educate patients and families on post-operative care and discharge instructions.

Skills

RN licensure

Critical Care experience

PACU experience

BLS ACLS PALS

Education

BSN preferred; ADN required

Job description

OverviewGenerous sign- on bonus $15K and Relocation Assistance for qualified candidates and positions.

City/StateHampton, VA

Work ShiftFirst (Days)

StatusFull-Time (0.9 FTE)

ShiftMid/Evenings (Multiple Schedule Options Available)

Call RequirementsYes (Rotating 6-week schedule)

Position Summary

Sentara CarePlex Hospital located in Hampton, VA is hiring a Registered Nurse for the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). We are seeking a skilled and dynamic Registered Nurse to join our 10-bed Post Anesthesia Care Unit. Our PACU team provides critical recovery care for a diverse mix of surgical acuity, ensuring patient safety and comfort during the immediate post-operative phase. This position is ideal for a clinician who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys a wide variety of cases. In addition to main OR recoveries, this role holds a unique scope of responsibility, overseeing the recovery of patients receiving General Anesthesia in our interventional and procedural areas.

Clinical Scope & Patient Population

• Vascular
• Urology & Gynecology
• Orthopedics
• Oncology
• Bariatrics
• General Surgery

Expanded Scope

Unique to this unit, the PACU team also oversees and manages the recovery of all cases utilizing General Anesthesia originating from the CVIR (Cardiovascular Interventional Radiology) and Endoscopy departments.

On-Call Requirements

Call is assigned based on a 6-week schedule block. The successful candidate must be able to meet the following response times and coverage requirements (must live within 30 minutes of Hospital):

• Weeknight Call:
  • Frequency: 4–5 shifts per 6-week schedule.
  • Hours: 21:00 – 07:00 (Overnight coverage window).
• Weekend Call:
  • Frequency: 1 weekend per 6-week schedule.
  • Hours: Saturday 07:00 – Monday 07:00 (48-hour continuous coverage window).

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive post-anesthesia assessments, emphasizing airway management, hemodynamic stability, and pain control.
• Manage a 10-bed unit flow effectively, prioritizing patient acuity and discharge readiness.
• Collaborate closely with Anesthesiologists, Surgeons, and Proceduralists (Endo/CVIR) to ensure seamless continuity of care.
• Administer medications and treatments according to established policies and patient needs.
• Educate patients and families regarding post-operative care and discharge instructions.

Qualifications

• Licensure: Current unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Education: BSN preferred; ADN required.
• Certifications:
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) required.
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) required.
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) required
• Experience: Minimum 1 year of Critical Care (ICU) or previous PACU experience required due to the mixed acuity of the patient population.

Why Join Us?

• Variety: No two days are the same; gain experience across multiple specialties from Bariatrics to Interventional Radiology.
• Team Environment: Work in a tight-knit, collaborative 10-bed unit where your skills make a direct impact.

Keywords

RN, Registered Nurse, Telemetry, SDU, Step Down, M/S, Medical Surgical, CarePlex, Hampton, Talroo - Nursing, Intermediate Care, Progressive Care, Stepdown, Hampton, Same Day Surgery, Surgical Services, Peri-operative, Pre-op, Day shift, PACU, Post Anesthesia Care Unit

Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met

Sentara CarePlex Hospital, located in Hampton, VA, is a 224-bed technologically advanced, acute care facility, and Certified Primary Stroke Center. Other features include specialized services in heart and vascular, urologic care, along with advanced diagnostic and surgical capabilities, a hospitalist program, and one of the state's busiest emergency departments. We are also home to the Orthopedic Hospital at Sentara CarePlex Hospital, the area's first dedicated orthopedic hospital. We improve health every day, come be a part of the community.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

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