PACU RN

commonspirit· Post Anesthesia Care Unit
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About this role

Where You’ll Work

CommonSpirit Memorial is an award-winning, not-for-profit, faith-based health care organization dedicated to the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we offer a comprehensive continuum of care, from preventative and primary care to acute hospital services specializing in cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, stroke, and orthopedic services. Our commitment to excellence has earned us top prestigious recognition repeatedly from U.S. News and World Report, PINC AI™, CMS, Healthgrades®, Leapfrog, and most recently as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are proud to serve Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia with the expertise of 4,700 employees and nearly 500 affiliated physicians.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As a Pre/Post Surgery RN, you will integrate the nursing process and standards into daily practice, applying growth and development knowledge to interventions and providing care tailored to each patient's changing needs.Daily, you will deliver efficient, safe patient care during the critical period following anesthesia and invasive procedures. This involves using the nursing process, delegating to and evaluating subordinate staff, and coordinating support services.Success in this role requires a strong grasp of surgical nursing principles, meticulous patient focus, and the ability to manage complex care in a critical, fast-paced environment.
  • Skilled performance in extreme life threatening emergencies.
  • Prioritizing, coordinating, and meeting multiple patient needs and requests in a timely manner.
  • Anticipating and preventing periods of extreme workload within a shift as evidenced by good time management and organizational skills.
  • Detection and documentation of significant changes in a patient’s condition.
  • Assist patients to understand their illness and the effects of lifestyle including diet, activity, smoking and weight loss.
  • Assess and evaluate a patient’s readiness to learn, and consider factors affecting a patient’s learning ability and knowledge level.

Job Requirements

Required
  • Graduate of an accredited nursing program, upon hire and
  • Registered Nurse: TN, upon hire and
  • Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire and
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support, within 6 - months and
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support, within 6 - months
Preferred
  • Bachelors Of Nursing Nursing, upon hire and
  • At least one (1) years’ experience in postoperative surgical area or ICU

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the PACU RN position at commonspirit?
The salary for this PACU RN role at commonspirit is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Is the PACU RN role at commonspirit full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a OTHER position. It is posted as a PACU RN role in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit department at commonspirit.
Which team or department does the PACU RN at commonspirit belong to?
This PACU RN position is part of the Post Anesthesia Care Unit department at commonspirit. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the PACU RN position at commonspirit?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to commonspirit's official application portal hosted on icims where you can submit your application directly.
When was the PACU RN job at commonspirit posted?
This PACU RN position at commonspirit was posted on Jun 5, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
PACU RN
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