PACU Registered Nurse (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit) - PACURN 0211 NS13

Company: NavitasPartners
Location: Pensacola
Posted on: February 13, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: PACU Registered Nurse (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit) Location: Panama City, FL Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent Schedule & Shift Details Shifts: Mixed 10-hour shifts 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM 9:00 AM – 7:30 PM 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM On-Call: Required Candidates must live within 30 minutes of the facility Compensation & Incentives Hourly Pay (Based on Experience): $27.72/hr – 5 years $36.30/hr – 10 years $39.60/hr – 15 years Shift Differential: $2.50/hr after 3:00 PM On-Call Pay: $4.00/hr Sign-On Bonus: $15,000 Facility Overview A 238-bed acute care hospital serving the Panama City area for more than 40 years is seeking an experienced PACU Registered Nurse to join its perioperative services team. The facility offers a wide range of advanced surgical, cardiac, women’s, and emergency services and is recognized for its commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care. Position Summary The PACU Registered Nurse provides immediate post-anesthesia nursing care to surgical patients in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment. This role requires strong critical-thinking skills, independent clinical judgment, and close collaboration with surgical and anesthesia teams to ensure safe recovery following procedures. Key Responsibilities Provide comprehensive post-operative nursing care Monitor neurological, cardiac, and respiratory status Manage airway support and ensure patient stability Perform initial wound care and pain management Identify and respond promptly to complications or adverse reactions Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and interdisciplinary teams Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation Educate patients and families on post-operative care and recovery Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives Fulfill on-call responsibilities as scheduled Unit & Work Environment Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:2 Self/preferential scheduling posted 4 weeks in advance Supportive leadership with a collaborative team culture Staffing support from CNAs, PCTs, charge nurses, and RN float pool Qualifications Minimum 1 year of recent (within last year) PACU acute care RN experience Critical care experience strongly preferred Active Florida RN license or multistate compact license Compact license holders must obtain Florida license within 60 days BLS required within 30 days of hire ACLS required within 60 days of hire PALS required within 60 days of hire RN Diploma or Associate Degree required Benefits The organization offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including: Medical, dental, vision, and behavioral health coverage Free telemedicine and medical transportation services 401(k) with employer match based on years of service Employee Stock Purchase Program Tuition reimbursement and certification assistance Fertility and adoption support Paid time off, paid family leave, and disability coverage Legal counseling, identity theft protection, and employee discount programs Employee Health Assistance Fund for eligible colleagues For more details reach at Aditi.sharma@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-587-6677 . About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.

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