PACU Registered Nurse
Newton, Massachusetts
Newton-Wellesley Hospital

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

Location: Newton, Massachusetts
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Work Schedule

• 3 shifts per week, each 12 hours
• Varied start times
• Up to 3 night calls every 6 weeks

Required Credentials and Certifications

• Professional License:

  • Primary source verification required before submission
  • Massachusetts Conditional Licenses not accepted
  • Both NURSYS and Board of Nursing verification required for nursing licenses

• Certifications (must be current and valid):

  • BLS (AHA preferred)
  • PALS (AHA preferred)
  • ACLS (AHA preferred)

• Health and Safety Requirements:

  • N95 Fit Test within 365 days of start date, updated annually (no religious exemptions)
  • Influenza vaccine required during flu season (Sept 15 - April 30), no exemptions
  • TB test (skin test or blood test) within 3 months of start date, updated if break >6 months
  • MMR vaccination or proof of immunity
  • Health statement signed by MD/DO/NP/PA within 365 days, updated if break >6 months
  • Hepatitis B vaccination or proof of immunity strongly preferred
  • Tdap vaccine within 10 years preferred
  • Positive PPD requires negative chest X-ray documentation

Testing and Orientation

• MGB Medication Exam: 80% passing score within 365 days
• MGB NWH Self-Study Orientation & Attestation (mandatory before onboarding)
• Skills checklist required for submission

Background and Compliance Checks

• Criminal background check within 45 days prior to start, updated if break >6 months
• Massachusetts CORI background check within 30 days prior to start, updated if break >6 months
• National sex offender registry check within 30 days prior to start, updated annually
• Exclusion checks (OIG, GSA, MassHealth, NH Medicaid) within 30 days prior to start, updated annually
• Social Security Number trace as part of background check
• Education verification through background check company

Submission Requirements

• Resume including past 7 years of work experience with city and state
• Two recent references (minimum one supervisor or above in relevant skillset)
• Candidate submission coversheet
• Skills checklist

Additional Notes

• Respirator Medical Clearance attestation required as part of fit test documentation
• Confirmation of assignment form required for initial assignments and extensions
• No onsite fit testing available; must be completed prior to start date

This position is ideal for experienced RN PACU nurses who meet the credentialing and compliance requirements and are available for a 13-week assignment with a flexible schedule including night calls.