RN PACU

United Surgical Partners International; Lincolnwood (IL); On-site; USD 49,896 - 74,845; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage

401(k) with retirement planning

Paid holidays and vacation

Flexible financial benefits

Job summary

United Surgical Partners International is seeking a PACU Registered Nurse to provide comprehensive nursing care in Lincolnwood, IL. The RN will ensure quality patient care and safety during post-anesthesia recovery, assist physicians, and facilitate patient discharge preparation.

This role demands strong communication skills and requires a minimum of 2 years of relevant nursing experience. Benefits include medical coverage, a 401(k), and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in PreOp/PACU, Med/Surg or Critical Care.
• Experience in an ambulatory surgical setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuity and quality nursing care for all patients.
• Assist physicians in procedure rooms with various tasks.
• Ensure patient safety, comfort, and privacy.
• Conduct assessments, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care.

Skills

Decision making based on nursing judgment

Prioritization and organization

Strong communication skills (verbal and written)

Education

Graduated from an accredited RN School of Nursing

Active RN license in IL

BLS and ACLS certification

Job description

RN PACU

North Shore Surgical Center is a fast‑paced ambulatory surgical center focused on high quality, service‑oriented care for surgical procedures.

PACU Registered Nurse (PACU RN) Responsibilities

The PACU Registered Nurse provides continuity and quality nursing care for all patients, with continual evaluation of the patient's condition, providing patient safety, comfort, and privacy at all times. May assist the physicians in the procedure rooms with various tasks, conscious sedation, and utilizing sterile techniques as deemed appropriate. Will provide total comprehensive patient care to patients emerging from general anesthesia and/or sedation; assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the patient and family in preparation for discharge.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited RN School of Nursing
• Active RN license in IL
• BLS and ACLS required
• Minimum of 2 years experience in PreOp/PACU, Med/Surg or Critical Care (previous experience working in an ambulatory surgical setting preferred)
• Ability to make decisions based on nursing judgment
• Able to prioritize and organize workload to meet the needs of patients and the unit
• Strong communication skills, verbal and written

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Life and AD&D coverage
• Availability of short- and long-term disability
• Flexible financial benefits including FSAs and HSAs
• 401(k) and access to retirement planning
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Paid time off (vacation & sick leave)
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder & childcare, AD&D, auto & home insurance

Pay range: Min $36.22 – Max $54.33