Job Description

Now Hiring: PACU Registered Nurse – Orthopedic Surgery Center

Join the Leading Team at Orthopaedic Associates of Maine!

Are you a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse with a passion for post-operative care ? Do you thrive in a fast-paced surgical environment where patient safety and comfort are top priorities? If so, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Why You’ll Love This Role:
As a PACU Registered Nurse at our state-of-the-art Orthopedic Surgery Center , you’ll be an essential part of the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU) team, ensuring patients recover safely and comfortably after surgery. You’ll play a vital role in monitoring, assessing, and supporting patients as they transition through Phase I and Phase II recovery and prepare for discharge.

What You’ll Do:
✔️ Provide compassionate and skilled post-operative care to patients recovering from surgery
✔️ Assess and monitor patients’ vital signs, pain levels, and overall stability
✔️ Ensure proper infection control and wound care , including changing bandages and dressing surgical wounds
✔️ Educate patients and families on post-operative care and discharge instructions
✔️ Communicate effectively with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
✔️ Maintain detailed and accurate documentation of patient care and recovery progress
✔️ Ensure the PACU environment remains clean, safe, and well-stocked

What You Bring to the Team:
✅ Registered Nurse (RN) license (Maine or eligible for licensure)
✅ Experience in a surgical or PACU setting preferred
✅ Certifications: BLS (required), ACLS (required)
✅ Strong assessment and critical thinking skills to identify potential complications
✅ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to support patients and their families
✅ Ability to stay calm, organized, and efficient in a fast-paced recovery setting
✅ A passion for patient safety, comfort, and education

Why Join Orthopaedic Associates of Maine?
Work-Life Balance – No nights, weekends, or on-call shifts!
Supportive Team Culture – Work with professionals who uplift and collaborate
Professional Growth – Expand your skills and advance your career
Competitive Pay & Benefits – Because your dedication deserves recognition

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in post-operative surgical care and be part of a high-performing, patient-centered team , we’d love to meet you!
Apply Today and Take the Next Step in Your Career with Orthopaedic Associates of Maine!

 

Job Tags

Full time, Immediate start, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work,

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