Registered Nurse - RN - PACU

About the Role

Join Canyon Vista Medical Center, part of Lifepoint Health, as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the Perioperative Services Department. This full-time position offers a meaningful opportunity to contribute to a dynamic surgical team providing high-quality, patient-centered care across a wide range of specialties, including orthopedics, general surgery, urology, gynecology, podiatry, spine, vascular, and endoscopy.

The schedule consists of four 10-hour shifts, generally Monday through Friday, with some on-call coverage required to support after-hours and urgent patient needs. This role is ideal for those who thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and are passionate about delivering exceptional care.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties as assigned and requested.
• Complete focused patient assessments and reassessments based on patient's condition, procedures, medications, and treatments.
• Adequately assess and reassess pain; utilize appropriate pain management techniques.
• Provide patient care and communicate effectively with patients of all ages and with specific needs.
• Demonstrate knowledge of medications and ensure correct administration following the six rights to minimize medication errors.
• Assist physicians with procedures and provide services requiring technical and manual skills.
• Perform treatments and deliver care within licensure scope.
• Ensure patient safety by performing all aspects of care in an environment that reduces the likelihood of errors.
• Operate and manage equipment safely and correctly.
• Educate patients and families on disease processes and recovery expectations.
• Participate in performance improvement and continuing education.
• Provide quality patient care and work flexible shifts/units as needed.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Patient Populations Served: Neonate, Infant, Early Childhood, Late Childhood, Adolescent, Young Adult, Middle Adult, Older Adult.

Requirements

• Current Arizona or compact state RN license.
• Associate's Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor's or Master's Degree preferred.
• BLS certification required.
• ACLS and PALS certifications required within 1 year of hire.
• One year of experience preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage, with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period. Tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance; short- and long-term disability; paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Tuition assistance for higher education and certification, loan assistance, and a 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

About Canyon Vista Medical Center

Canyon Vista Medical Center is a 106-bed Joint Commission-accredited facility located in Sierra Vista, Arizona. We serve our community with a Level III Trauma unit, Center of Excellence for Total Joint Replacement, Level I Nursery, and an American College of Radiology-accredited facility. Our Perioperative Services Department is a collaborative and rewarding environment focused on safety, efficiency, and excellent patient outcomes.