Pre-Operative / PACU Registered Nurse

Pre-Operative / PACU Registered Nurse Thrive Healthcare Lakewood, CO Job Details Full-time | Contract $2,200

• $2,300 a week 3 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Referral program Qualifications PACU Nursing Telemetry RN License PALS Certification Cardiac rhythm analysis BLS Certification ACLS Certification Working with individuals in post-surgery recovery Acute care facility experience Critical care (emergency response procedures) Cardiovascular patient monitoring Full Job Description RN•PACU Opportunity Lakewood, Colorado Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) RN 12-Hour Day Shifts We are currently seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN)•PACU for a leading acute care hospital in Lakewood, Colorado.

This opportunity is ideal for nurses with strong PACU, ICU, or Emergency Department experience who are passionate about providing exceptional post-anesthesia care and ensuring safe patient recovery following surgical procedures.

Position Details Position:

Registered Nurse (RN)•

PACU Location:

Lakewood, CO Setting:

Acute Care Hospital Unit:

Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)

Shift:

Days (12-Hour Shifts)

Schedule:

36

Hours Guaranteed Per Week Start Date:

July 6, 2026

Shift Times:

Variable Start Times (7:30 AM, 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, and 11:00 AM)

• Primarily 11:00 AM to 11:00

PM Weekend Requirement:

As Needed Based on

Unit Schedule On-Call Requirement:

One Night Every 6

Weeks Call Response Time:

1

Hour Floating:

First to Float / Float as

Needed EMR System:

Epic Trauma Level:

Level I Trauma Center Responsibilities Provide comprehensive post-anesthesia nursing care to patients recovering from surgical and procedural interventions. Perform ongoing patient assessments, monitor vital signs, and identify changes in patient condition. Manage airway support, pain control, and post-operative recovery needs. Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms and telemetry findings. Administer medications, IV therapies, and treatments according to physician orders and hospital protocols. Care for patients recovering from orthopedic, trauma, cardiac, urology, pulmonary, and gastrointestinal procedures. Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, respiratory therapists, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams. Recover ICU-level patients requiring close monitoring and advanced nursing care. Educate patients and families regarding post-operative recovery and discharge instructions. Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the Epic electronic medical record system. Ensure compliance with hospital policies, patient safety standards, and evidence-based clinical practices. Requirements Active RN License Minimum 2 Years of Recent Acute Care RN Experience Previous PACU Experience Required ICU or Emergency Department Experience Strongly Preferred Current BLS Certification (AHA) Current ACLS Certification (AHA) Current PALS Certification (AHA) Strong Post-Anesthesia Recovery Skills Experience with Cardiac Monitoring and Rhythm Interpretation Ability to care for high-acuity post-operative patients Previous Travel Nursing Experience Preferred Unit Information 22-

Bed PACU Unit Phase I and Phase II Recovery Nurse-to-Patient Ratio:

1:1

• 1:2 Charge Nurse Available (No Patient Assignment) Hospital-Provided Scrubs Ventilators CPAP BiPAP ICU Patients Recovered in PACU Telemetry Monitoring Required PACU and Surgery Center Orientation Common Patient Population Orthopedic Surgery Patients Trauma Surgery Patients Cardiac Procedure Patients Urology Surgery Patients Pulmonary Procedure Patients Gastrointestinal Surgery Patients ICU-Level Recovery Patients General Post-Operative Patients Why You'll Love This Opportunity Join a highly skilled PACU team in a nationally recognized Level I Trauma Center.

Care for a diverse surgical patient population in a fast-paced recovery environment. Work alongside experienced surgeons, anesthesiologists, and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals. Expand your critical care and post-anesthesia recovery expertise while working with advanced technology and high-acuity patients. Enjoy Colorado living with easy access to the Rocky Mountains, hiking, skiing, outdoor recreation, dining, and entertainment. Why Choose Thrive HCR? At Thrive HCR, we are committed to supporting healthcare professionals throughout every step of their career journey. ✔ Competitive Pay Packages ✔ Dedicated Recruiter Support ✔ Fast and Efficient Onboarding Process ✔ Access to Exciting Opportunities Nationwide ✔ Personalized Career Guidance ✔ Reliable and Transparent Communication If you're an experienced PACU RN looking for your next travel nursing opportunity, we'd love to hear from you! Apply Today!

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Pay:

$2,200.00

• $2,300.

00 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person