WellSpan Health

RN - PACU

WellSpan Health$116K — $130K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Registered Nurse (RN) license required
  • Experience in Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) nursing
  • Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred
  • Proficient in airway management and acute surgical wound care
  • Strong understanding of patient monitoring techniques and anesthesia recovery processes

Responsibilities

  • Administer patient care during the recovery phase post-surgery
  • Monitor and assess patient vitals and reactions as anesthesia wears off
  • Perform necessary interventions for complications and ensure patient safety
  • Educate patients and families about post-operative care
  • Collaborate with surgical teams and other healthcare providers for optimal care

Benefits

  • Opportunity for travel and flexible assignments
  • Gain experience in diverse healthcare settings
  • Work with a dynamic and dedicated healthcare team
  • Access to ongoing professional development and training
  • Potential for advancement opportunities within the facility
Full Job Description
Details

Client Name
CPMC Mission Bernal Campus
Job Type
Travel
Offering
Nursing
Profession
RN
Specialty
PACU
Job ID
33121403
Job Title
RN - PACU
Weekly Pay
$2235.23

Shift Details

Shift
5x8 Hour Day Shift
Scheduled Hours
40

Job Order Details

Start Date
08/11/2025
End Date
11/10/2025
Duration
13 Week(s)

Job Description
PACU nursing involves the care of patients who are recovering from surgery, particularly when the application of anesthesia is involved. Once the patient sufficiently recovers from the effects of the anesthesia, he/she is typically transferred to the appropriate ward or discharged from the hospital. PACU nurses are typically responsible for providing patient care during the immediate postoperative recovery period. He/she typically have training in basic life support measures, airway management, acute surgical wound care, catheter procedures and the special requirements associated with anesthesia. PACU nurses may also be trained in the use of cardiac life support equipment.

Client Details

Address
3555 Cesar Chavez Street
City
San Francisco
State
CA
Zip Code
94110

About WellSpan Health

WellSpan Health is a non-profit healthcare system that provides services to patients in central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland. The system includes eight hospitals, over 19,000 employees, and more than 200 patient care locations. WellSpan Health offers a range of services, including primary care, specialty care, and hospital-based care. The system is committed to providing high-quality, affordable healthcare to the communities it serves. WellSpan Health was founded in 1998 through the merger of several local healthcare organizations.
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Size
20,000 employees
Industry

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