RN - Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)

Cleveland Clinic; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus in Cleveland, OH seeks an RN for the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) to care for patients recovering from anesthesia. This full-time evening shift role offers a competitive hourly pay and a collaborative, patient-centered environment.

Requires RN licensure, BLS, ACLS within first year, and 1+ year acute care experience (military RN accepted). Provide direct nursing care and education to patients and families.

Qualifications

• Nursing degree required: Diploma, ADN, or BSN.
• One year of acute care RN experience or military RN experience preferred.
• Current RN license plus BLS; ACLS required within first year.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care in PACU.
• Develop, monitor, evaluate, update care plans.
• Document and communicate patient conditions and responses.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments.
• Follow physician and nursing orders accurately.
• Coordinate discharge needs for patients.
• Educate patients and families on post-anesthesia care.

Job description

About This Role

As an RN in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) at Cleveland Clinic's Main Campus, you will provide care for post-surgical patients recovering from anesthesia. This role is ideal for those who thrive in a collaborative environment and are dedicated to delivering patient-centered care.

Highlights

• Pay: $35.50 - $55.60/hour
• Location: Cleveland, OH
• Facility: Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
• Department/Unit: Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
• Schedule: Full-time, Evening shift

What You'll Do

• Provide direct nursing care.
• Implement, monitor, evaluate, update and revise patient care plans.
• Monitor, record, document and communicate patients' conditions.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments.
• Note and carry out physician and nursing orders.
• Assess and coordinate patients' discharge needs.
• Educate patients and their families.

Requirements

Education

• Graduate from an accredited school of Professional Nursing (Diploma, ADN, BSN program)

Experience

• One year of current acute care RN experience OR military RN experience

Licenses & Certifications

• Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) Certification must be presented upon hire or within first year of employment

About Cleveland Clinic

Cleveland Clinic is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care. They are known for their advanced research and surgical practices, and they prioritize a supportive environment for their caregivers.