Registered Nurse (RN) - PACU/PreSurgery Holding PRN

Atrium Health; Matthews (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health Union West Pre-Op/PACU in Matthews, NC is hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) to support perioperative care from preoperative through recovery. The role collaborates with OR, anesthesia, and surgical teams to deliver compassionate, evidence-based nursing.

Candidates should have an accredited nursing program completing and an active RN license; BLS certification; ACLS preferred. Union West offers a close-knit team and opportunities to impact patient experience.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited or approved nursing program.
• Registered Nurse license for the state of practice.
• BLS certification (American Heart Association) required.
• ACLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate comprehensive patient care through the nursing process.
• Lead efforts to create the safest patient environment and best experience across the perioperative continuum.

Skills

Nursing compassion

Clinical communication

Education

RN license in practicing state

Accredited nursing program

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) – Atrium Health Union West PACU / Preop

Matthews, NC, United States

Where You Will Work

Atrium Health Union West Pre-Op/PACU is a collaborative perioperative department serving the Stallings and Matthews communities. Nurses work closely with the OR, anesthesia, and surgical teams to care for patients throughout their surgical experience, from preparing them for their procedure through recovery from anesthesia. Union West offers the close-knit feel of a smaller hospital while remaining part of the Atrium Health system. PACU candidates should have at least one year of PACU or critical care experience.

We’re Looking For

• Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing
• Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the teammate practices
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association
• ACLS preferred

What You’ll Do

• As a skilled and compassionate RN, you will play a pivotal role in providing and coordinating comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.
• Using evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, compassion, and skills communication while leading efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum.

About This Location:

Atrium Health Union West is a hospital, emergency department and specialty care center all wrapped into one location – with extra amenities to help restore your body and mind. Get unrivaled clinical care, the highest level of support and a patient-first experience, in an environment designed for wellness. The hospital is the heart of Atrium Health Union West and has:

• 40 licensed acute care beds
• 28 medical/surgical beds
• 8 labor, delivery, recovery and postpartum rooms
• 4 intensive care unit (ICU) beds
• 10 emergency department bays open 24/7, with a helipad
• 3 operating rooms
• 3 surgery suites
• 1 cesarean (C-section) delivery operating room
• Imaging services, including MRI, CT scan, X-ray, ultrasound and more
• Laboratory and pharmacy services

Be The Nurse Who Redefines Care.

At Advocate Health, being a nurse means more than delivering exceptional clinical care—it means leading with purpose, compassion, and boldness. As part of our One Advocate Nurse community, you’ll join a unified team committed to lifting others up, embracing innovation, and creating inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. You’ll be empowered to think boldly, collaborate with humility, and drive change through fearless curiosity. Whether you're at the bedside, in the community, or advancing care through research and education, you’ll help shape the future of health—because here, we’re redefining care for you, for us, for all.

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