POSITION TYPE: Registered Nurse (RN) Up to $20K SIGN ON BONUS SPECIALTY UNIT: PACU LOCATION: Santa Fe, NM SHIFT: Days JOB TYPE: Full-Time Permanent Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join a Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) team. The PACU RN provides critical post-operative nursing care to patients recovering from anesthesia, ensuring patient stability, comfort, safety, and prompt intervention when conditions change. Key Responsibilities • Provide direct and indirect patient care in the Recovery/Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) using the nursing process, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. • Monitor patients closely following surgical procedures and anesthesia, recognizing and responding promptly to changes in condition. • Address the physical, psychosocial, and cultural needs of patients and their families. • Provide safe, compassionate, and patient-centered nursing care throughout the recovery process. • Communicate effectively with physicians, anesthesia providers, nurses, and other members of the healthcare team regarding patient status, changes in condition, and response to treatment. • Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation. • Follow established standards, policies, and procedures for patient care and safety. • Collaborate with the surgical and multidisciplinary care teams to support optimal patient outcomes. • Report to the Director of Surgery or designated nursing leader. Qualifications • Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited nursing program. • Current, active, and unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice. • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required within three months of employment. • At least one year of PACU or related post-operative nursing experience preferred. • Strong clinical assessment, communication, and critical-thinking skills. • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced surgical and post-anesthesia environment. Must-Have Requirements • Associate's Degree in Nursing. • Active and unencumbered RN license. • Current BLS certification. • At least one year of experience working in PACU. Compensation & Benefits • Sign-on bonus of up to $30,000. • Relocation assistance may be available. • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options. • Flexible spending and health savings account options. • Paid time off and extended illness benefits for eligible full-time employees. • Life, accident, critical illness/injury, short-term and long-term disability, and identity theft protection programs. • Tuition reimbursement and educational loan assistance. • 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching. • Employee assistance and wellness programs supporting mental, physical, and financial well-being. • Professional development, education, and career advancement opportunities. #ZRAI