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PACU
Warrensville Heights, OH
PACU Nurse – Day Shift
Position Overview
The facility is seeking a registered nurse for its Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). You'll provide recovery care to patients emerging from anesthesia, monitoring vital signs, managing pain, and supporting safe discharge readiness.
Shift & Schedule
- Four 10-hour day shifts per week
- Flexible start times between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM
- 13-week contract
Requirements
- Minimum 12 months of permanent PACU experience
- Permanent Ohio license or valid compact state license (in hand at submission)
- Active BLS and ACLS certifications required
- COVID-19 and flu vaccinations required (medical/religious exemptions considered)
What to Expect
You'll work in a fast-paced recovery environment, assessing post-operative patients, managing pain and nausea, monitoring for complications, and coordinating with the surgical and anesthesia teams. You'll participate in orientation modules and complete ECG rhythm recognition and medication safety assessments during onboarding.
Important Notes
- Background check and fingerprinting (BCI/FBI) must be completed within 48 hours of contract signing
- References strongly recommended to expedite the review process
- Nicotine-free requirement applies (nurses are temporarily exempt)
- 10-panel drug screen required within 12 months of start
Location
Warrensville Heights, OH