RN PACU

Job Type: Contract
Position Urgency: Normal
Duration: 26 weeks
Shift: Variable (8 10 or 12-hour shifts; Days Evenings Nights Weekends/Holidays)
On-Call: 0 3 times per month
Holiday Coverage: Required

We are seeking experienced PACU Registered Nurses to provide post-operative care for patients in Phase I and Phase II recovery. This role requires advanced knowledge of anesthesiology critical care skills and the ability to assess and monitor patient stability following surgery.

• Provide care for patients pre-operatively and in post-anesthesia recovery.

• Monitor vital signs incision sites and other indicators of patient stability.

• Utilize critical thinking to identify and respond to complications.

• Operate and monitor specialized medical equipment (e.g. PCA pumps IV pumps monitors warmers).

• Collaborate with surgical and critical care teams to ensure safe effective patient care.

• Document patient care and maintain accurate medical records using EMR systems (EPIC).

• 2 years of experience as a critical care RN (ICU ER) or PACU preferred.

• Active state RN license required upon acceptance of offer; candidates without Hawaii license must obtain one prior to start.

• BLS and ACLS certifications required.

• PALS credential recommended; may be required for pediatric patients.

• Additional specialty certifications (e.g. NIHSS TNCC) preferred.

• Ability to work variable shifts including holidays and weekends.

• Strong critical thinking patient assessment and communication skills.

• Bilingual skills not required.

• Proof of flu vaccination or approved exemption required before contract start.

• Candidate must attend employee health appointment prior to starting assignment.

• Hours and shifts are variable; no guarantee of preferred shifts.