Registered Nurse RN PACU

Novant Health; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Novant Health's Charlotte Orthopedic Hospital is seeking a skilled PACU RN to deliver compassionate care in the postoperative setting. This PRN position requires solid PACU experience and RN licensure, with a focus on safety and patient comfort.

The role emphasizes teamwork with a multidisciplinary surgical services team, quick decision-making, and adapting to a fast-paced recovery unit while maintaining the highest standards of care.

Qualifications

• PACU experience required as stated in the posting.
• Registered Nurse license in good standing in the appropriate state.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care to post-anesthesia patients.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to assess, treat, and stabilize patients.
• Respond promptly in a high-pressure surgical environment.
• Prioritize patient safety and comfort during recovery phases.
• Apply clinical judgment to support positive patient outcomes.

Skills

PACU experience

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

What We Offer

As a Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) RN at Novant Health’s Charlotte Orthopedic Hospital, you’ll be trusted to deliver expert care to our patients after surgery. From prep and recovery in both phase 1 and phase 2, your clinical skill, judgment, and adaptability will help drive safe, compassionate care where it matters most.

This PRN role is ideal for experienced PACU RNs looking to work within a high-performing, collaborative team in surgical services.

*PACU experience required*

What makes this unit stand out:

• Fast-paced, team-oriented environment with a strong culture of accountability and support
• Opportunities to broaden your clinical skills across a variety of procedures
• Backed by Novant Health’s commitment to innovation, inclusion, and advancement

What You'll Do

As a Registered Nurse, you'll provide compassionate, high-quality care that supports accurate diagnosis and effective treatment, helping patients heal with confidence and dignity or a peaceful transition.

• Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care to individuals facing urgent and emergent medical needs
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to assess, treat, and stabilize patients
• Respond quickly and effectively in a dynamic, high-pressure environment
• Prioritize patient safety and comfort during every phase of care
• Use critical thinking and clinical judgement to support positive outcomes

What We're Looking For

• Education:4 Year / Bachelors Degree, preferred. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. If your RN nursing license has been inactive, retired or lapsed for five years or more and you have not been licensed in another state during the last five years, successful completion of a Board approved refresher course is required prior to reactivating or reinstating your license. In order to be considered for current licensure status, you must apply for reinstatement within one year of completing the refresher course.
• Experience: One year relevant experience, preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: Current RN licensure in appropriate state, required.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

Job Opening ID

163837