RN I - PACU - Nights

Carilion Clinic

Roanoke (VA)

On-site

USD 47,000 - 69,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits

Pension plan

Paid Time Off

Onsite fitness and wellness programs

Job summary

Carilion Clinic in Roanoke, VA seeks a PACU RN for evening/night shifts. The role focuses on immediate post‑operative care, airway management, and collaboration with anesthesia and surgical teams. Shifts are three long days per week with start times around 08:00–21:30 and occasional variations to meet unit needs.

The RN provides patient education, supports safe discharge planning, and participates in continuous improvement activities while practicing in a dynamic PACU environment.

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited nursing program eligible for Virginia RN licensure.
Virginia RN licensure or eligibility required.
BLS-HCP certification; ACLS/PALS/NRP depending on unit.

Responsibilities

Provide immediate post-operative care in PACU with continuous monitoring.
Collaborate with anesthesia, surgical team and interdisciplinary staff.
Deliver patient education and discharge planning as appropriate.
Promote safe patient throughput and contribute to performance improvement.

Skills

Patient care

Critical thinking

Post-anesthesia care

Team collaboration

Education patients

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Employment Status:

Full time

Shift:

Evening/Night (United States of America)

Facility:

1906 Belleview Ave SE - Roanoke CP01 Carilion Medical Center.

Requisition Number:

R159504 RN I - PACU - Nights (Open)

How You'll Help Transform Healthcare:

As a registered nurse (RN), you are expected to consistently deliver the best in care and customer service and to demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness, and empathy in each encounter with our patients, their families, visitors, and with each other. As part of the health care team, RNs assume primary accountability for nursing coordination and the provision of individualized care for patients of all ages. The registered nurse utilizes delegation and critical‑thinking skills to provide quality service through a team‑oriented, collaborative approach to patient care.

Post‑Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Responsibilities:

In the PACU setting, the RN is responsible for the immediate post‑operative care of patients recovering from anesthesia and surgical or procedural interventions. Duties include continuous assessment and monitoring of airway patency, respiratory and cardiovascular status, level of consciousness, pain, and surgical sites. The PACU RN collaborates closely with anesthesia providers, surgeons, and the interdisciplinary team to ensure safe patient recovery, readiness for discharge or transfer, and effective patient and family education regarding post‑operative expectations and care.

This position primarily works three 12-hour shifts per week, most commonly from 08:00‑20:30 or 09:00‑21:30. Occasional shifts from 06:45‑19:15 may be required based on unit needs. Weekend coverage may be necessary on a limited basis to support Baylor staff coverage; this is infrequent but may occur. Schedule flexibility is essential to ensure safe patient throughput and continuity of care in the PACU.

The RN

Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care in order to achieve optimum patient outcomes for patients of all ages as appropriate to service area.
Age specific admission and ongoing assessments are completed, documented and used to develop a plan of care.
Collaborates with members of the health care team/patient/family to develop, implement, and evaluate an age-specific interdisciplinary plan of care. Revises plan according to changes in patient status.
Treatments and medications for patients of all ages are accurately administered and documented utilizing automated computer systems, including electronic medical records.
Patient/family (caregiver) educational needs are identified in a timely manner, incorporated into the plan of care, implemented and documented appropriately.
Contributes to Carilion Clinic's performance improvement activities.
Consistently demonstrates the role of patient advocate, protector of patient's rights, and provider of psychological/social/cultural support.
Applies knowledge of growth and development to appropriately care for patients served.
Determines and performs within clinical, leadership, and/or education pathways to support (direct/indirect) evidenced based, quality patient care service and performance improvement.
Exhibits clinical expertise in rapidly changing circumstances.
Plans strategies to reduce length of stay, turnaround time, resource consumption and improve patient outcomes.
Functions as role model for clinical practice to coworker, students, and physicians. Manages resources, establishes priorities, and modifies environment to meet patient care needs.
Completes manager/director predetermined projects within specified time frame and according to pre-established guidelines.
Uses problem-solving methods to facilitate resolution to patient and personnel situations that present in the work area.
Takes an active role in the orientation of new employees.
Provides feedback to staff using appropriate communication and documentation.
Provides input into practice, environment, and work issues by participating on unit, hospital, and/or system activities which facilitates staff participation/input in decision making.
Assists with providing education activities for unit/department.

What We Require:

Education: Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing or an approved nursing program eligible to sit for the Virginia RN licensure examination.

Licensure/Certification: Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in Virginia or eligible to obtain Virginia RN licensure.

Life Support: AHA BLS-HCP required. May be required to obtain/maintain BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP based on specific work unit.

Other Minimum Qualifications: Computer skills required for electronic medical record (EPIC).

This job description is intended to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents. Incumbents may be asked to perform other job‑related duties as needed.

Compensation Range:

$33.52 - $50.28

Employee pay is based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience. The compensation range does not include benefits or pension plan.

Recruiter:

DANA JOHNSON

Recruiter Email:

dejohnson@carilionclinic.org

For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537.

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug‑Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

For more information on E-Verify: https://www.carilionclinic.org/eoe-e-verify-and-right-work-policies

Benefits, Pay and Well‑beingat Carilion Clinic

Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well‑being to help you develop and thrive. That's why we offer a well‑rounded benefits package, and many perks and well‑being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life at work and when you're away.

When you make your tomorrow with us, we'll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself.Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion: