Registered Nurse RN ASC PACU

Henrico, Parham & Retreat Doctors' Hospitals; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) Plan with a match

Education assistance

Employee Health Assistance Fund

Job summary

A healthcare provider located in Virginia is seeking a PACU Registered Nurse to ensure patient-centered care in the postoperative environment. The role involves managing patient recovery, ensuring stability, and working closely with surgical teams. Candidates must have previous PACU experience and certifications in Advanced, Basic, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support. This position promotes a collaborative culture, offering significant opportunities for professional growth and education assistance.

Qualifications

• Must obtain Advanced Cardiac Life Support within 30 days of employment.
• Must obtain Basic Cardiac Life Support within 30 days of employment.
• Must obtain Pediatric Advanced Life Support within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Manage airway support and monitor neurological and cardiac status.
• Provide initial wound care and ensure patient stability during recovery.
• Collaborate with the surgical and anesthesia team.

Skills

Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Basic Cardiac Life Support

Pediatric Advanced Life Support

Previous PACU experience

Education

Registered Nurse Diploma

Job description

Introduction

Henrico Doctors' Hospital is committed to investing in the latest technology enabling nurses to work more efficiently. Are you passionate about delivering patient-centered care? Submit your application for Registered Nurse RN ASC PACU position and spend more time at the bedside with the patient.

Benefits

Henrico Doctors' Hospital offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

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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 Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• (RN) Registered Nurse
• Registered Nurse Diploma
• Required: previous PACU experience

Established in 1974, Henrico Doctors' Hospital is a 340‑bed community hospital offering cardiology, gastroenterology, neurology, oncology, physical therapy, women’s services and a 24/7 emergency department. Operated by HCA Healthcare, Henrico Doctors' Hospitals consists of three community campuses – Henrico, Parham, and Retreat Doctors' Hospitals along with a free‑standing emergency center, Hanover Emergency Center. Envisioned, founded and supported by a group of independent physicians looking to provide high‑quality care in an accessible community setting, Henrico Doctors' proudly remains committed to providing patients with the best care possible.

Join a family that cares about every stage in your career! We are interviewing candidates for our Registered Nurse RN ASC PACU opening. Apply today and a member of our Talent Acquisition team will reach out.

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