RN - PACU

Cambridge Health Alliance

$85K — $100K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Current Massachusetts RN License in good standing
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
  • Current American Heart Association BLS certification
  • Current American Heart Association ACLS certification
  • Current American Heart Association PALS certification
  • 1-2 years of current PACU or Critical Care experience required

Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive nursing care for perioperative patients in preoperative and PACU phases
  • Conduct pre-admission assessments and prepare patients for surgery
  • Monitor patients post-anesthesia and during recovery
  • Administer medications and manage pain control appropriately
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams for effective patient management
  • Ensure patient safety and comfort during the recovery process

Benefits

  • Eligibility for up to $20,000 in bonuses for experienced PACU RNs
  • Varied shifts with 12-hour workdays
  • Opportunities for on-call and holiday shifts
  • Dynamic clinical environment that fosters critical thinking and fast-paced decision-making
Full Job Description
Location: CHA Cambridge Hospital
Category: Registered Nurse
Department: PACU PREOP Cambridge Hospital
Job Type: Full time
Union Name: MNA Cambridge

Work Schedule: Various Shifts
Length Of Shift(s) In Hours: 12 hours
Shift Details: Varied Shifts
Hours/Week: 36.00
Weekend Requirements: On call
Holiday Requirements: On call
On Call Requirements: Yes

External Experienced PACU RNs may be eligible for up to $20,000 in bonuses!!

The Peri Anesthesia (PACU) RN is responsible for all aspects of care for perioperative patients in the preoperative phase and immediate post-operative phase through discharge. The Peri Anesthesia (PACU) RN manages all aspects of nursing care for patients in pre-anesthesia testing, Surgical Day Care and PACU. RN will do pre-admission, preop and PACU nurse duties. Demonstrates an ability to think critically, make confident decisions in a fast-paced clinical environment and communicate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications/Experience:

Current Massachusetts RN License in good standing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree preferred.

Current American Heart Association BLS certification required

Current American Heart Association ACLS certifications required

Current American Heart Association PALS certifications required

One to Two years of current PACU or Critical Care related experience required; recovery of patients over a continuum of care from general, regional or local anesthesia and moderate sedation is preferred.

Please note that the final offer may vary within the listed Pay Range, based on a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.

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