RN - PACU - Part Time - Rotating Shifts

Meritus Health External; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 49,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Meritus Medical Center in Hagerstown, MD is seeking a PACU Registered Nurse (RN) for 40 hours biweekly with rotating shifts. The role focuses on Phase I post-anesthesia recovery for surgical and trauma patients in a fast-paced perioperative environment.

The PACU RN provides care with low nurse-to-patient ratios, collaborates with anesthesia and surgical teams, and supports safe, high-quality patient care. ASN is required; BSN preferred; 1+ year RN experience recommended.

Qualifications

• ASN required
• BSN preferred
• Minimum of one year of RN experience required
• PACU/ICU/Critical Care/ED or similar high-acuity experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide Phase I post-anesthesia recovery care for surgical and trauma patients
• Continuously monitor airway, respiratory, cardiovascular, neurological, and overall patient status after anesthesia
• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and recognize changes requiring intervention
• Manage post-operative pain, nausea, and other symptoms with anesthesia and surgical teams
• Administer medications and interventions per orders and protocols
• Maintain patient safety during immediate post-operative recovery
• Educate and support patients and families throughout recovery
• Provide accurate clinical documentation
• Prepare and care for patients in pre-operative holding area as needed
• Assist with pre-procedural assessments and evaluations
• Support hospital operations during high census by caring for critically ill patients

Skills

PACU RN

Post-anesthesia care

Critical care

Nursing

Education

ASN

BSN preferred

Job description

Meritus Medical Center
Hagerstown, MD 21742, USA

• Hourly Range : $35.50 USD to $58 USD
• Pay or shift range: $35.50 USD to $58 USD
  The posted range is the budgeted amount for this position. The actual rate of pay will be determined based on several factors, including your relevant experience, education, skills, internal equity, and alignment with Meritus Health’s compensation practices.
• Nursing
• Part-Time
• Requisition #: RNPAC015758

Description

RN - PACU - 40 hours biweekly - Rotating Shifts
8 Rotating Shifts, On Call Requirements, Rotating Saturday Shifts

Bring Your Critical Care Skills to the Next Phase of the Surgical Journey

The Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) at Meritus Medical Center is seeking an experienced and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our highly skilled perioperative nursing team.

As a PACU RN, you’ll care for a diverse population of surgical and trauma patients during the critical period immediately following anesthesia. This is an excellent opportunity for a nurse who enjoys a fast-paced clinical environment, values autonomy, and thrives as part of a collaborative team.

Our PACU maintains low nurse-to-patient ratios aligned with national ASPAN standards, supported by a dedicated leadership team. This structure gives our nurses the time and resources needed to provide safe, individualized, high-quality patient care.

Why This Role Matters

The transition from surgery and anesthesia to recovery is a critical part of every patient’s surgical experience. PACU nurses use advanced assessment skills and clinical judgment to continuously evaluate patients, recognize changes in condition, manage pain and symptoms, and intervene quickly when needed.

As a Phase I recovery unit, our PACU provides nurses with exposure to a wide variety of surgical procedures, patient populations, and clinical conditions. You'll have opportunities to strengthen your critical care and perioperative nursing skills while learning about advancements in surgical, anesthesia, and recovery care.

Key Responsibilities

As a PACU Registered Nurse, you will:

• Provide Phase I post-anesthesia recovery care for surgical and trauma patients
• Continuously monitor airway, respiratory, cardiovascular, neurological, and overall patient status following anesthesia
• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and quickly recognize changes requiring intervention
• Manage post-operative pain, nausea, and other symptoms in collaboration with anesthesia and surgical providers
• Administer medications, treatments, and interventions according to provider orders and established protocols
• Maintain patient safety throughout the immediate post-operative recovery period
• Collaborate closely with anesthesia providers, surgeons, OR nurses, and other members of the interdisciplinary team
• Educate and support patients and families throughout the recovery process
• Provide accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Prepare and care for patients in the pre-operative holding area as needed
• Assist anesthesia providers with patient assessments and pre-procedural evaluations
• Support hospital operations by caring for critically ill patients during periods of high census

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ASN) required
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Experience

• Minimum of one year of experience as a Registered Nurse required
• Previous PACU, ICU, Critical Care, Emergency Department, or other relevant high-acuity nursing experience preferred

Licensure & Certification

• Current Maryland Registered Nurse (RN) license or active Compact/Multistate RN license recognized by the Maryland Board of Nursing
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Why Meritus Health?

At Meritus Health, our nurses are an essential part of delivering safe, compassionate, patient-centered care to our community. As a member of the PACU team, you'll work alongside experienced nurses, anesthesia providers, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals who value communication, collaboration, and clinical excellence.

You’ll also have the opportunity to:

• Practice with a high level of clinical autonomy
• Work within low nurse-to-patient ratios aligned with ASPAN standards
• Care for a diverse surgical and trauma patient population
• Expand your knowledge of perioperative and critical care nursing
• Work closely with an experienced interdisciplinary team
• Make a meaningful impact on patients during a critical stage of their surgical experience

Caring for Our Team

We are committed to supporting the well-being and professional development of our team members through a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  Coverage begins on the first of the month following your hire date.
• Life Insurance & Disability Coverage
  Includes company-paid life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability benefits to provide peace of mind.
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
  A generous PTO program designed to help you recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
  Benefit from a robust company match to support your long-term financial goals.
• Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement
  Support for your continued learning and career growth.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
  Options to save pre-tax dollars for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Shift Differential Pay
  Team members working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for additional pay.

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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