Job responsibilities:
PACU RN:
Demonstrates competent clinical skills and performs thorough patient
assessments to ensure quality outcomes per ASPAN/AH/Facility policies and
procedures.
Provides direct patient care supporting the delivery model and team concept for
all patient populations.
Analyzes clinical situations critically, makes sound decisions, and escalates
concerns appropriately.
Maintains complete and accurate documentation according to facility standards
and policies.
Assumes responsibility for documenting nursing process components and
patient progress toward outcomes, including discharge planning.
Consistently records patient responses to medications, treatments, and
interventions in the medical record.
Demonstrates professional practice, leadership, and critical thinking skills.
Prioritizes, multitasks, and problem-solves to meet changing patient and unit
needs.
Functions as a team leader, mentor, and preceptor; provides support and
guidance to staff.
Participates in cost containment through efficient use of supplies and resources.
Maintains a safe environment for patients, staff, and self.
Practices safe transfer techniques, proper body mechanics, and standard
precautions.
Demonstrates knowledge of hospital policies and ASPAN standards of practice.
Promotes patient satisfaction through courteous, compassionate, and timely
interactions.
Respects patient rights to privacy, dignity, and confidentiality in accordance
with HIPAA.
Fosters a positive and healing environment consistent with organizational
values.
Serves as Charge RN at times to ensure optimal use of surgical schedules and
daily OR operations.
Identifies and resolves scheduling conflicts; facilitates bay turnaround and
patient flow.
Demonstrates leadership, organization, and calm decision-making under
pressure.
Promotes effective communication between physicians, nursing staff, and the
care team.
Identifies personal knowledge and skill gaps; seeks ongoing education and
training.
Participates in meetings, reads communications to stay informed, and engages
in committees.
Contributes feedback to support continuous unit and hospital improvement.
Participates in annual evaluations by submitting accomplishments and
establishing future goals.
Utilizes clinical software effectively and demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft
Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
Performs additional assignments as needed to meet departmental and
organizational needs.
Job Responsibilities
PREOP/PHASE 2
Prepare patients for surgery by assessing hemodynamics, consents, history,
labs, meds, and NPO status; communicate promptly w ith physicians and OR
team to prevent delays. Provide emotional support and education to patients
and families. Postoperatively, assess readiness for discharge, transition
patients home or to rehab facilities, and deliver clear discharge instructions
using critical thinking and decision-making skills.
Demonstrates competent clinical skills and performs thorough patient assessments to
ensure quality outcomes per ASPAN/AH/Facility policies and procedures.
Provides direct patient care supporting the delivery model and team concept for all
patient populations.
Analyzes clinical situations critically, makes sound decisions, and escalates concerns
appropriately.
Maintains complete and accurate documentation according to facility standards and
policies.
Assumes responsibility for documenting nursing process components and patient
progress toward outcomes, including discharge planning.
Consistently records patient responses to medications, treatments, and interventions
in the medical record.
Demonstrates professional practice, leadership, and critical thinking skills.
Prioritizes, multitasks, and problem-solves to meet changing patient and unit needs.
Functions as a team leader, mentor, and preceptor; provides support and guidance to
staff.
Participates in cost containment through efficient use of supplies and resources.
Maintains a safe environment for patients, staff, and self.
Practices safe transfer techniques, proper body mechanics, and standard precautions.
Demonstrates knowledge of hospital policies and ASPAN standards of practice.
Promotes patient satisfaction through courteous, compassionate, and timely
interactions.
Respects patient rights to privacy, dignity, and confidentiality in accordance with
HIPAA.
Fosters a positive and healing environment consistent with organizational values.
Serves as Charge RN to ensure optimal use of surgical schedules and daily OR
operations.
Identifies and resolves scheduling conflicts; facilitates bay turnaround and patient flow.
Demonstrates leadership, organization, and calm decision-making under pressure.
Promotes effective communication between physicians, nursing staff, and the care
team.
Identifies personal knowledge and skill gaps; seeks ongoing education and training.
Participates in meetings, reads communications to stay informed, and engages in
Committees.
Contributes feedback to support continuous unit and hospital improvement.
Participates in annual evaluations by submitting accomplishments and establishing
future goals.
Utilizes clinical software effectively and demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Outlook,
PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
Performs additional assignments as needed to meet departmental and organizational
needs.
Education:
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing required
Bachelors Degree or Masters Degree of Nursing preferred
All ASN must complete their BSN studies within five years of their start date
License & Certifications:
Current NJ (New Jersey) Registered Nurse License required
BLS ACLS and PALS required
CAPA, CPAN, or CCRN preferred
Experience:
Minimum 2-3 yearsrelated work experience in a Pre-op, PACU, critical care or OR/ambulatory surgery center setting.
Additional job requirements:
Ability to read, write and speak English.
Flexibility in shifts according to surgery schedule and hours of operation
Float to other MMC surgical services areas as needed
At Atlantic Health, our promise to our communities is; Anyone who enters one of our facilities will receive the highest quality care delivered at the right time, at the right place, and at the right cost. This commitment is also echoed in the respect, development and opportunities we give to our more than 22,000 team members. Headquarters in Morristown, New Jersey, we are one of the leading non-profit health care systems in the nation. Our facilities and sites of care include:
We have more than 900 community-based healthcare providers affiliated through Atlantic Medical Group.
We have received awards and recognition for the services we have provided to our patients, team members and communities. Below are just a few of our accolades:
Morristown Medical Center is a nationally-recognized leader in cardiology and heart surgery, orthopedics, gynecology, geriatrics, gastroenterology and GI surgery, pulmonology and lung surgery, and urology.
We are the only hospital in New Jersey named one of America's '50 Best Hospitals' for six consecutive years by Healthgrades and one of the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek. We were included on Becker's Healthcare 2020 list of "100 Great Hospitals in America". In addition, Leapfrog recognized us with an "A" hospital safety grade - its highest - twelve consecutive times, and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services awarded us again with its highest five-start rating in 2020.
Morristown Medical Center is a Magnet Hospital for Excellence in Nursing Service, the highest level of recognition achievable from the American Nurses Credentialing Center for facilities that provide acute care services. Our nonprofit hospital was also designated a Level I Regional Trauma Center by the American College of Surgeons and a Level II by the State of NJ.
Atlantic Health offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role-specific enhancements highlighted:
Team Member Benefits
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Note: In Compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer.
EEO STATEMENT
Atlantic Health, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.
Atlantic Health is at the forefront of medicine, setting standards for quality health care in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and the New York metropolitan area. Headquartered in Morristown, NJ, we are a leading non-profit health care system, powered by a passionate workforce of 24,000 team members dedicated to building healthier communities. Atlantic Health serves more than half the state of New Jersey, including 14 counties and 7.5 million people and provides care for the full continuum of health needs across a wide array of settings, including dozens of outpatient and urgent care locations, Atlantic Rehabilitation Institute, Atlantic Health Goryeb Children’s Hospital, Atlantic Visiting Nurse and Atlantic Mobile Health. Our acute care hospitals include:
• Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJ
• Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Summit, NJ
• Atlantic Health Newton Medical Center, Newton, NJ
• Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, Pompton Plains, NJ
• Atlantic Health Hackettstown Medical Center, Hackettstown, NJ
• Atlantic Health CentraState Medical Center, Freehold, NJ
We receive awards and recognitions for our extraordinary care and our supportive workplace culture. Below are just a few of our accolades:
• 100 Best Companies to Work For® - Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE® magazine for 16 years
• One of the 100 Best Workplaces for Millennials: Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE® magazine
• America’s Greatest Workplaces in Health Care: Newsweek
• America’s Greatest Workplace for Women, Gen Z and Inclusion and Diversity: Newsweek
• Best Places to Work in Healthcare – Modern Healthcare
• 150 Top Places to work in Healthcare – Becker’s Healthcare
• Best Employers for Workers over 50 – AARP
• Gold-Level "Well Workplace": Wellness Council of America (WELCOA)
• System for Change Award from Practice Greenhealth
