Pre-Op

PACU RN – 13-Week Contract

Position Overview

Join the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU) team in a fast-paced surgical recovery environment. You'll care for patients emerging from general anesthesia, manage complex post-operative needs, and support seamless transitions to inpatient beds.

Shift & Schedule

• 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM, three 12-hour shifts per week (36 hours/week)
• 13-week contract
• Start date: December 7, 2026

Requirements

• 18 months of RN experience minimum
• Current Georgia or compact nursing license
• BLS certification
• Demonstrated competency with:
• Craniotomy post-op care
• Chest tube management
• Lumbar drain monitoring
• TURP/TURB with continuous bladder irrigation (CBI)
• Vasoactive drip titration
• Arterial line management

What You'll Do

Provide direct nursing care to post-operative patients across surgical specialties. Monitor vital signs, manage pain and nausea, assess surgical sites, and coordinate safe handoffs to ICU or inpatient floors. You may also receive ICU-level patients in PACU until step-down beds are available.

What We're Looking For

A detail-oriented, compassionate RN who thrives in a dynamic environment. You communicate clearly with surgeons and care teams, anticipate patient needs, and maintain composure during high-acuity situations.

Location: Atlanta, GA