RN-Perioperative - Main PACU

Postanesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Nurse

You will provide expert postanesthesia care for patients recovering from a diverse range of procedures. From quick outpatient surgeries to complex, high-risk cases, our PACU nurses are vital in ensuring patients' smooth recovery and safe transition to their next phase of care whether it's inpatient, outpatient discharge, or critical care. Work with a wide range of acuity and procedures, including gynecology, urology, vascular, cardiac, pulmonary, trauma, orthopedics, plastics, neurosurgery, gastroenterology, and interventional radiology. No two days are the same! Magnet Hospital: Join an organization recognized for nursing excellence, with shared governance guiding decision-making both globally and at the unit level. Specialized Expertise: You will provide immediate postanesthesia care, prioritizing life-sustaining needs and critical thinking to support patients during a critical time in their recovery journey. Collaboration & Autonomy: Build strong, trusting relationships with surgeons and anesthesia providers, fostering a supportive and empowered team environment.

Job Description

• Provide care for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients under the direction of the department director/charge nurse.
• Ensure smooth recovery and safe transition for patients post-procedure.
• Collaborate with surgeons and anesthesia providers to foster a supportive team environment.

Requirements

• One year of critical care or PACU experience.
• Special skills in hemodynamics, phlebotomy, and airway management.
• Basic computer skills.
• Required licenses/certifications: RN (Registered Nurse) State of Missouri, BLS (Basic Life Support) from AHA (American Heart Association), ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) from AHA (American Heart Association), PALS (Pediatric Life Support).
• Required education: Associates in Nursing; Preferred: Bachelors in Nursing.