RN, Post Anesthesia Recovery (4500)

Paycom; Minot (ND); On-site; USD 46,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health Hospital Campus in Minot, ND is seeking an experienced RN in Post-Anesthesia Recovery to provide specialized care for patients emerging from anesthesia. You will monitor ventilation, hemodynamics, administer medications, and support safe transitions to the next unit or discharge.

The role requires ND RN licensure or compact license, BLS; ACLS/PALS within 6 months, and TNCC after orientation. Strong teamwork and rapid response skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Current ND RN license or compact RN licensure.
• BLS within orientation; ACLS and PALS within 6 months.
• TNCC course within PACU orientation.

Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor patients transitioning from anesthesia, including airway patency and vitals.
• Administer medications, manage IV access, support airway and oxygenation, respond to changes.
• Provide postoperative education and discharge instructions.
• Document assessments and interventions in the EHR for regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with anesthesia, surgery, and postoperative units for safe transfer.
• Participate in quality improvement and safety initiatives.

Skills

Post-anesthesia care

Airway management

Vital signs monitoring

Medication administration

Team collaboration

Education

RN licensure

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Trinity Health Hospital Campus & Medical District - Minot, ND 58701, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $33.60 - $52.08 Hourly, Job Shift: Days/Evenings, Job Category: Nursing

Position Summary: The RN, Post Anesthesia Recovery provides specialized nursing care to patients emerging from anesthesia following surgical or procedural interventions. This role conducts comprehensive post-anesthesia assessments, closely monitors hemodynamic and respiratory status, manages airway support, and delivers evidence-based care to promote safe recovery from sedation or anesthesia. Working collaboratively with anesthesia providers, surgeons, and perioperative team members, the RN supports timely interventions and effective patient stabilization. As part of a highly coordinated, team-oriented recovery environment, this position promotes patient safety, comfort, and readiness for transfer or discharge through vigilant observation, sound clinical judgment, and clear communication with patients and families.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess and monitor patients transitioning from anesthesia, including airway patency, respiratory status, consciousness level, pain control, and vital signs.
• Administer medications, manage IV access, support airway and oxygenation needs, and respond rapidly to changes in patient condition.
• Provide postoperative education and reassurance to patients and families, ensuring understanding of recovery expectations and discharge instructions.
• Document assessments, interventions, and communication accurately in the electronic health record to maintain regulatory compliance and continuity of care.
• Collaborate with anesthesia, surgery, and postoperative units to coordinate timely transfer and facilitate safe patient progression through the perioperative continuum.
• Participate in quality improvement, safety initiatives, and competency development to support high-reliability PACU practice.

Qualifications: Licenses and Certifications Required:

• Current or temporary RN license in ND or compact RN licensure
• BLS required within orientation period; ACLS and PALS required within 6 months in department
• TNCC course will be attended at least once after orientation to PACU is completed

Educational Requirements:

• RN program as evidenced by licensure

Experience Requirements:

• Previous critical care experience is preferred

Special Skills or Training Requirements:

• None

Physical Requirements:

The RN frequently stands, walks, bends, and reaches while providing immediate postoperative care. The role requires the ability to assist with repositioning, transferring, and supporting sedated or partially mobile patients. Fine motor skills, hearing acuity, and visual precision are essential for airway management, equipment monitoring, and medication administration. The work may require quick movement in urgent or emergent clinical situations.

Environmental Requirements:

Work occurs in a fast-paced PACU environment with continuous monitoring alarms, close interaction with anesthesia equipment, and exposure to bodily fluids and cleaning agents. The RN must adhere to infection-control practices and utilize required PPE. The environment involves caring for patients who may experience pain, confusion, or respiratory compromise, requiring calm decision-making, rapid response, and effective communication within an interdisciplinary surgical services team.