RN BRIDGE - PACU

The George Washington University Hospital; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with shift diferent

Comprehensive benefits: medical,Dental

Retirement plan with matching

Tuition assistance and clinical ed.支持

Employee wellness programmes

Paid time off, holidays, and sick lea

On-site parking and transit incentives

Job summary

The George Washington University Hospital in Washington, DC, is seeking a Post‑Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse. You will deliver safe, evidence‑based care in PACU and support pre‑op processes, pain management, and patient education.

Collaboration with surgical and anesthesia teams is essential for safe transitions to inpatient units or discharge. Qualified candidates hold a DC RN license with current BLS/ACLS, and have at least 1 year of PACU/ICU/ED experience.

Qualifications

• Active DC RN license
• BLS and ACLS certifications
• Minimum 1 year PACU/ICU/ED experience
• CPAN or CAPA certification and BSN preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care in PACU and Pre‑Op areas.
• Monitor vital signs, pain levels, and recovery status post‑anesthesia.
• Prepare patients for procedures with assessments and education.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anaesthesiologists, and other care providers.
• Document care in the EMR accurately and timely.
• Educate patients and families and support the recovery journey.

Skills

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Education

DC RN license

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Job description

About GW Hospital

The George Washington University Hospital is a 395-bed academic medical centre located in the heart of Washington, D.C., in partnership with the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences. As a nationally recognised centre of clinical excellence and innovation, we provide world‑class care across many specialities. Our nurses play a crucial role in shaping the patient experience, contributing to research, and advancing improvements in care outcomes.

Responsibilities

The George Washington University Hospital is a 395-bed academic medical centre located in the heart of Washington, D.C., in partnership with the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences. As a nationally recognised centre of clinical excellence and innovation, we provide world‑class care across many specialities. Our nurses play a crucial role in shaping the patient experience, contributing to research, and advancing improvements in care outcomes.

The Post‑Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) at The George Washington University Hospital provides high‑quality, compassionate care for patients immediately following surgical or procedural interventions. Our PACU team specialises in monitoring post‑anesthesia recovery, pain management, and stabilisation to ensure safe transition to inpatient units or discharge. Nurses also play a key role in Pre‑Op, preparing patients for surgery with thorough assessments, education, and individualised care planning.

The PACU/Pre‑Op Registered Nurse (RN) delivers safe, evidence‑based care for patients undergoing surgical procedures. Responsibilities include patient assessment, monitoring haemodynamic stability, airway management, pain control, patient/family education, and coordination with the surgical, anaesthesia, and recovery teams. This role requires critical thinking, rapid response skills, and the ability to work in a fast‑paced, team‑centred environment.

Main Tasks

• Provide nursing care to patients in both the PACU and Pre‑Op areas.
• Monitor vital signs, pain levels, and recovery status following anesthesia.
• Prepare patients for surgical procedures, including assessment, IV initiation, and education.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anaesthesiologists, and other care providers.
• Recognise and respond quickly to changes in patient condition.
• Document all aspects of patient care accurately in the EMR.
• Support patients and families with education and reassurance throughout the surgical journey.

Benefits Summary

• Competitive salary with shift differentials
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision
• Retirement plan with matching
• Tuition assistance and clinical education support
• Employee wellness programmes
• Paid time off, holidays, and sick leave
• On‑site parking and transit incentives

About Universal Health Services:

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 300 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. During the year, UHS was again recognised as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioural health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

Required

Qualifications

• Current RN licence in the District of Columbia (or eligible)
• BLS and ACLS certification (AHA)
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in PACU, ICU, or Emergency Department

Preferred

• CPAN or CAPA certification
• BSN from an accredited programme
• Experience with high‑acuity post‑operative patients

EEO Statement:

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.