Job Opportunity – Registered Nurse (PACU) – Colorado
Start Date: September 28, 2026
Location: Englewood, Colorado
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 8:00 AM - 8:30 PM, seasonal travel assignment with one weekend call shift per month
Highlights:
- Post-anesthesia care unit with 27 beds serving diverse surgical specialties including orthopedics, spine, neurology, interventional radiology, ENT, general surgery, GI, vascular, and colorectal procedures
- Patient ratios of 4 patients in preop and 1-2 patients in PACU
- Day shift staffing includes 10 RNs and 2 Charge RNs working collaboratively across multiple departments
- EMR system: Meditech
- Fast-paced environment with opportunity to work with advanced surgical procedures and cutting-edge medical technology
- Supportive team culture focused on excellent patient care and satisfaction
Requirements:
- Minimum 1 year of current PACU experience required
- Current RN license in Colorado or compact state
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification required
- CPAN or CAPA certification preferred
- Critical care experience preferred
- Strong communication and collaboration skills essential
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
Join a dedicated team that lives by the value of caring like family in a dynamic, multi-specialty PACU environment. This position offers exposure to a wide variety of surgical procedures and the chance to work alongside experienced staff committed to delivering exceptional patient outcomes. The collaborative culture and focus on professional excellence make this an ideal opportunity for nurses who thrive in fast-paced settings and are passionate about post-anesthesia patient care.