PACU Registered Nurse
Denver, Colorado
Saint Joseph Hospital

Job Opportunity: RN - PACU (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit)

Location: Denver, Colorado
Employment Type: Staffing - Supplier Sourced
Contract Length: 13 weeks (89 days ≈ 13 weeks)

Job Summary

• Perform independent nursing and delegated medical functions according to state Board of Nursing standards.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care.
• Continuously evaluate patient health status through data collection and assessment.
• Provide health teaching and counseling.
• Deliver supportive and restorative therapy and treatment directly or through consultation, delegation, supervision, or teaching.
• Execute delegated medical functions and refer patients for further evaluation or treatment as needed.
• Review and monitor therapy and treatment plans.
• Document care in compliance with hospital and regulatory guidelines.
• Utilize resources effectively.
• May float to other departments within scope of competency and qualifications based on business needs.
• May be required to be on-call during scheduled shifts.

Required Skills & Experience

• Ability to perform all essential nursing duties satisfactorily.
• Must meet knowledge, skills, education, training, licensure, and experience requirements.
• Reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Previous experience as a Registered Nurse is preferred.