PACU RN Job in Hilo, HI

You will provide direct patient care in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) at Hilo Medical Center, supporting patients through pre-operative assessment, Phase I recovery, and Phase II discharge preparation. Your role requires advanced knowledge of anesthesiology and critical care skills to monitor post-surgical patients and identify potential complications.

Your Responsibilities

• Assess surgical incision sites and monitor wound integrity
• Track vital signs and body temperature stability
• Monitor patients requiring advanced post-anesthesia care
• Operate equipment including Meditech, PCA Pumps, Pyxis, Braun IV Pumps, Cryocuff, sequential compression devices, Bair Hugger warmers, and cardiac monitors (HP and Phillips brands)
• Identify and respond to post-operative complications

Schedule and Assignment Details

You will work rotating shifts varying between 8, 10, and 12 hours across days, evenings, nights, and weekends/holidays. Your schedule may alternate between ASU and PACU units. On-call responsibilities range from 0–3 shifts per month, including 8-hour night shifts and 24-hour weekend/holiday blocks. Please note that hours and shift preferences are not guaranteed.

Requirements

• Valid Hawaii RN license required by assignment start date
• Minimum 2 years critical care experience as an RN in a hospital setting (ER or ICU)
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications from American Heart Association
• PALS credential recommended and may be required for specific positions
• Specialty certifications such as NIHSS and TNCC preferred

Assignment Details

Assignment duration is 91 days, beginning May 4, 2026. You must arrive on Thursday before your start date to complete a Friday employee health appointment. Weekly pay is $2,181.24.