PACU Nurse Part Time

Our organization is dedicated to enhancing healthcare delivery, achieving superior clinical outcomes, and empowering our nursing teams through collaboration. We are proud to implement innovative solutions such as SPOT Technology for early sepsis detection and an Enhanced Surgical Recovery program that minimizes opioid use and reduces post-operative readmissions. Join us in our mission to create a healthier future!

Work Schedule: Saturday and Sunday from 9 AM to 9 PM

As a PACU Registered Nurse, you will be essential in providing immediate post-operative care for surgical patients. Your duties will encompass managing airway support, closely observing neurological and cardiac conditions, and swiftly addressing any complications or adverse effects. You will also perform initial wound care on surgical sites and ensure patient stability throughout the recovery process. Collaboration with the surgical and anesthesia teams will be a key aspect of your role. Availability for on-call duties during specific non-business hours will be discussed during the interview process.

Position Highlights:

• Self-scheduling options available, posted four weeks in advance
• Supportive leadership that fosters a collaborative and respectful team environment, encouraging nurses to ask questions and share insights
• Access to staffing support from Certified Nurse Assistants, Patient Care Technicians, Charge Nurses, and an internal RN float pool
• Regular rounding with unit leaders, including charge nurses, to ensure your feedback on patient care is valued

Your Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality, patient-focused care while implementing evidence-based practices and continuous improvement strategies
• Act as a vital member of a dynamic interdisciplinary team, collaborating with providers, therapists, and others
• Utilize the nursing process, critical thinking, scientific judgment, technical skills, and leadership to deliver safe nursing care independently
• Assess and monitor patient conditions throughout your shift, documenting any changes and the care provided
• Educate patients and their families or caregivers about medical conditions, treatment plans, and follow-up care

• PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification must be obtained within one year of starting employment
• Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Associate Degree in Nursing
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) or CPR certification must be acquired within 30 days of employment
• A minimum of one year of critical care experience is required (ICU, ER, PACU)

Our organization offers a comprehensive rewards package designed to support the health, lifestyle, career, and retirement of our team members. Available programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits covering medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services
• Wellness support, including complimentary counseling and referral services
• Time off programs for paid leave, family leave, short- and long-term disability coverage, and other leave options
• Savings and retirement options, featuring a 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on tenure), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, and financial wellness resources
• Educational support through tuition assistance, student loan help, certification support, scholarships for dependents, and a partnership with a nursing college
• Additional benefits for family planning, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health plans, auto and home insurance, legal support, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts

Note: Eligibility for benefits may differ by location.

Our facility is a 350+ bed institution recognized as Tennessee's first comprehensive stroke center, a state-designated Level 1 Trauma Center, and a national leader in neuroscience. We feature three helipads, newly designed ICU and Medical/Surgical units, and specialized burn care services. Our CARF-accredited Inpatient Rehabilitation program and Accredited Chest Pain Center with PCI serve the North Nashville community as a premier provider of emergency heart care.

Our organization has been honored as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute multiple times. Recently, we invested approximately $3.7 billion in charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

“The best hospitals prioritize the patient and their family, and the truly exceptional institutions deliver care with warmth, compassion, and dignity.” - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr., Co-Founder

Become part of a team that values every phase of your career! We are currently seeking candidates for our part-time PACU Nurse position. Apply today, and a member of our Talent Acquisition team will be in touch.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.