Registered Nurse (RN)PACU

Lifepoint Health®; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Lifepoint Health's Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital in Elko, NV seeks a skilled Registered Nurse (RN) for Recovery/PACU. You will perform patient assessments, initiate nursing interventions, provide age-appropriate care, document medical necessity, and contribute to the Interdisciplinary Care Plan.

Required: current Nevada RN license, Associate degree in nursing, BLS; ACLS and PALS within one year; one year of experience preferred; ASLS preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have active RN license in the state (Nevada).
• Associate degree from an accredited nursing program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
• ACLS and PALS within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Accurately performs patient assessments and identifies patient needs.
• Identifies and initiates appropriate nursing interventions.
• Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient.
• Performs timely and appropriate documentation relating to medical necessity in the medical record.
• Responsible for completion and revision of the Interdisciplinary Care Plan for each patient.
• Performs timely and accurate QI assessments.

Skills

Patient assessment

Nursing interventions

Documentation

Care planning

QI assessments

Education

Associate degree in nursing

Job description

How You'll Contribute
A Registered Nurse (RN) who excels in this role:

• Accurately performs patient assessments and identifies patient needs
• Identifies and initiates appropriate nursing interventions
• Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient
• Performs timely and appropriate documentation relating to medical necessity in the medical record
• Responsible for completion and revision of the Interdisciplinary Care Plan for each patient
• Performs timely and accurate QI assessments

RN - Recovery/PACU Position Summary
How You'll Contribute
A Registered Nurse (RN) who excels in this role:

• Accurately performs patient assessments and identifies patient needs
• Identifies and initiates appropriate nursing interventions
• Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient
• Performs timely and appropriate documentation relating to medical necessity in the medical record
• Responsible for completion and revision of the Interdisciplinary Care Plan for each patient
• Performs timely and accurate QI assessments

What We\'re Looking For
Applicants should have a current state RN license and possess an associate\'s degree from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include:

• Basic Life Support certification is required.
• ACLS and PALS within one year of hire.
• One year of experience preferred.
• ASLS certification preferred.

Why join us
We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO:Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

More About Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital
Northeastern Nevada is a75-bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care for over 18 years and is a trusted healthcare provider serving Elko and the surrounding communities. We are committed to delivering high‑quality, compassionate, patient‑centered care through a collaborative team of dedicated professionals. Our hospital values teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement while supporting employee growth and a positive workplace culture. Join a team that is proud to serve its community and make a meaningful impact every day.

EEOC Statement
Northeastern Nevada is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Northeastern is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.