Registered Nurse, PACU, Per Diem

POSITION SUMMARY :

The Perioperative Services Nurse provides comprehensive nursing care to surgical and procedural patients in the preoperative area and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), including both Phase I and Phase II recovery. This position is responsible for patient assessment, monitoring, recovery from anesthesia, pain management, patient education, and coordination of care to ensure safe patient outcomes throughout the perioperative process. This is an evening shift position with weekend and holiday call responsibilities.

Position: Registered Nurse

Department: PACU

Schedule: Per Diem- scheduled per department needs

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:

Primary Responsibilities

Preoperative Responsibilities

Perform preoperative patient assessments and documentation

Verify consent forms, surgical site, and required documentation

Start IVs and administer preoperative medications as ordered

Ensure completion and review of required labs, testing, and clearances

Provide patient and family education regarding perioperative process

Communicate patient status to anesthesia and surgical team

Prepare patients for surgery according to facility protocols

PACU Responsibilities (Phase I & Phase II)

Provide immediate post-anesthesia care and monitoring

Assess airway, breathing, circulation, neurological status, and pain level

Administer medications including pain management and antiemetics

Monitor and document vital signs and patient recovery status

Recognize and respond to post-operative complications

Coordinate discharge planning and provide discharge instructions

Communicate patient status with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and nursing staff. Ensure safe patient discharge according to established criteria

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Required Qualifications

• Nursing degree: Diploma, ASN or BSN (preferred), Ability to obtain BSN within 4 years

• Current Massachusetts Registered Nurse (RN) License

• 2 years ICU or Emergency Department experience or 1 year PACU experience required

• BLS (Basic Life Support)

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)

• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)

• Strong critical thinking and patient assessment skills

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• EMR experience- EPIC

Preferred Experience

• PACU nursing experience

• Critical care (ICU) experience

• ICU, Emergency Department, or Trauma experience preferred

• Ambulatory surgery experience

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods

• Ability to lift and assist with patient transfers

• Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations

Compensation Range:

This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.

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