Registered Nurse - Post Anesthesia Care Unit

About the role

As a Registered Nurse (RN), you’re the engine and the heart of patient care at Rochester Regional Health. You make a positive difference every single day in the lives of our patients, their family members and visitors – going above and beyond to meet their needs with courtesy, kindness, respect and compassion. The Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) at Rochester General Hospital is a Critical Care Unit providing care for patients who are recovering from surgery. In this role, you will monitor and assess patients’ vital signs recovering from anesthesia, identify and address any complications or changes in patient conditions, educate patients and families on post-operative care and recovery expectations, and collaborate with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.

Responsibilities

• Patient Care & Service. Promote and restore patients' health by completing the nursing process; collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary team members; performing various treatment procedures; providing physical, educational and emotional support to patients, friends and families; supervising assigned team members
• Planning & Communication. Develop and document individualized care plans customized for each patient’s unique needs, with support from the interdisciplinary health team as needed; maintain effective communication to convey patient health status, treatment plans and progress
• Electronic Health Record (EHR) Management. Demonstrate proficient use of an EHR – including accurate patient and provider documentation and communication
• Compliance. Adhere to required department and system protocols, regulations (local, state, federal) and education requirements

Requirements

• Diploma or Associates Degree in Nursing required
• RN License in New York State
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred
• 1-2 years inpatient hospital experience strongly preferred
• At least 6 months RN experience preferred

Physical Requirements

• Moderate clinical role requiring continual movement: standing, walking, lifting 20–50 lbs., pushing/pulling medical equipment, assisting with patient positioning
• Frequent bending, twisting, reaching while performing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments
• High sensory acuity essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns
• Substantial emotional and cognitive demands: decision‑making under pressure, responding to emergencies, maintaining sustained focus
• Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation
• TB testing, mask‑fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements
• Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee or their physician/delegate will be considered for accommodations

Pay

The listed base pay range is $38.67 – $51.92 per hour. This is a good‑faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full‑time applicant and may be modified in the future; eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Schedule

Day/Evening/Night, On‑Call. Full‑time position (40 hours per week).