PACU Registered Nurse (RN)

Company Description

Deliver specialized post-anesthesia nursing care within a collaborative perioperative environment where clinical judgment, patient safety, and interdisciplinary coordination support smooth recovery transitions and high-quality surgical outcomes.

International SOS Government Medical Services partners with healthcare professionals seeking meaningful, mission-driven work around the world. As part of a global team supporting diverse patient populations, you’ll deliver high-quality care in dynamic healthcare environments while collaborating with experienced clinical and operational teams.

Operating in more than 90 countries, International SOS provides clinical care, emergency response, and healthcare support services across a wide range of care settings. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, we are committed to delivering trusted healthcare solutions wherever they are needed most. Learn more at internationalsos.com.

Job Description

Provide advanced Phase I post-anesthesia recovery care within a structured perioperative environment supporting high-acuity surgical recovery workflows. Working alongside anesthesiology providers, surgeons, perioperative nurses, and interdisciplinary care teams, this PACU Registered Nurse (RN) role supports safe patient recovery, rapid clinical assessment, and continuity of care across complex post-operative settings.

Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday

This role offers the opportunity to practice within a highly coordinated surgical recovery environment supported by established clinical workflows, modern documentation systems, and collaborative perioperative teams focused on patient safety and recovery outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver Phase I post-anesthesia recovery care including airway management, hemodynamic monitoring, pain control, nausea management, and recovery stabilization
• Monitor high-acuity post-surgical patients requiring advanced assessment, invasive line management, and complex recovery intervention
• Administer medications, IV therapy, and recovery-related treatments while supporting perioperative medication administration and recovery support protocols
• Utilize MHS GENESIS for real-time patient documentation, recovery assessments, and interdisciplinary communication
• Coordinate patient handoffs and collaborate with surgical, anesthesia, and inpatient care teams to support efficient patient transitions and unit readiness

Qualifications

Requirements

• Current unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license from any U.S. state or territory
• Graduate of an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program; BSN required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications
• 2+ years of current Phase I PACU inpatient recovery experience or 1 year of critical care experience
• U.S. citizenship required

Preferred

• Post-anesthesia recovery training or coursework
• CPAN certification
• Experience within hospital-based perioperative services, complex surgical recovery environments, or integrated healthcare systems

Additional Information

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Compensation Disclaimer:
Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant’s background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data.

Benefits Language (FTE roles):
Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan, paid time off, and an annual bonus. International SOS Government Medical Services complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) Statement:
International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.