RN - PRN - PACU

Commonwealth Health; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Pre-Operative and Post Anesthesia Unit in Scranton, Pennsylvania. This specialized role focuses on intensive observation and treatment of patients undergoing anesthesia, ensuring high-quality care post-surgery.

The ideal candidate must hold a current RN licensure in Pennsylvania, possess BLS and ACLS certifications, and have one to two years of nursing experience, preferably in critical care.

Qualifications

• Must have current licensure as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required, with PALS preferred.
• One to two years of medical/surgical nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide intensive observation and treatment of patients post-anesthesia.
• Handle all aspects of patient care following surgery.

Skills

Critical Care

Patient Care

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Education

Current RN licensure in Pennsylvania

Job description

Position Purpose:

The Registered Nurse in the Pre-Operative and Post Anesthesia Unit is a specialized professional the provides intensive observation and treatment of patients who have undergone anesthesia. Responsibilties include all aspects of patient care following surgery.

Position Qualifications:

• Current licensure as a RN in the Commonwealth of Pa., BLS and ACLS required. PALS required. Critical Care course preferred.
• One to two years of previous/current medical/surgical nursing experience preferred. Critical care experience preferred.