PACU Nurse - Alabama Anesthesiology & Pain Consultants

Alabama Anesthesiology & Pain Consultants (AAPC) is seeking a skilled and compassionate PACU Nurse to join our Ambulatory Surgery Center team in Pell City, AL. If you’re dedicated to delivering exceptional post-anesthesia care and thrive in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment—with no nights, weekends, or call—this is the role for you.

About the Role

As a PACU Nurse at AAPC, you will provide high-quality post-anesthesia care to patients recovering from interventional pain and outpatient procedures. You will play a vital role in patient safety, comfort, and recovery while collaborating with physicians, anesthesia providers, and clinical staff to ensure seamless, compassionate care.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Recovery & Monitoring

• Receive patients from the procedure suite and perform immediate post-anesthesia assessments.

• Monitor vital signs, airway, pain level, and surgical sites throughout recovery.

• Administer medications, fluids, and oxygen per provider orders.

• Recognize and respond to complications or changes in patient condition.

• Ensure all clinical discharge criteria are safely met.

Patient & Family Communication

• Provide supportive, compassionate care during recovery.

• Educate patients and families on post-procedure care and medications.

• Verify understanding and document all discharge teaching.

Clinical Documentation & Compliance

• Accurately document assessments, interventions, and medications in the EMR.

• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, state/federal regulations, and accrediting standards.

• Participate in safety huddles and quality initiatives.

Team Collaboration

• Communicate effectively with anesthesia providers, physicians, and pre-op staff for smooth care transitions.

• Help maintain PACU supplies and equipment.

• Contribute to continuous quality improvement and a positive team culture.

Qualifications

Education & Licensure

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (BSN preferred).

• Active RN license in the State of Alabama.

• Current BLS and ACLS certifications (required).

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required.

• At least 1 year of PACU, ICU, or ED experience strongly preferred.

• Ambulatory surgery center or interventional pain experience is a plus.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong clinical assessment and post-anesthesia care capabilities.

• Excellent communication and patient education skills.

• Proficiency with EMR systems.

• Commitment to patient-centered care, safety, and confidentiality.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and assist patients for extended periods.

• Ability to lift and position patients/equipment as needed.

• Must be able to respond quickly in emergency situations.

Schedule & Benefits

• Full-time, Monday–Friday (daytime hours)

• No weekends, holidays, or on-call

• Enjoy a stable, supportive work environment focused on teamwork and patient care.