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PACU RN

CHI Memorial Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 11/16/2025 CLOSED ON 12/2/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the PACU RN position at CHI Memorial Chattanooga?

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Incorporates knowledge of the nursing process and standards of nursing in daily practice. Applies knowledge of growth and development to perform detailed assignments/interventions. Provides consistent care based on the changing physical and psychosocial needs, unique to the patient. Responsible for the delivery of efficient, safe patient care to patients in the immediate, critical period following anesthesia, surgical, and any other invasive procedure through the use of the nursing process, delegation and evaluation of the activities of subordinate staff members and coordinating support services.

Job Requirements

Required Education
Graduate of an accredited nursing program.

Required Licensure and Certifications
RN License in the state of Tennessee. BLS, ACLS, & PALS within six months of transferring to the department or hire date.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Ability
One year previous experience in Postoperative Surgical Area or ICU experience preferred.

PREFERRED Qualifications
National Certification preferred.
Where You'll Work

CHI Memorial, a member of CommonSpirit, is an award-winning, not-for-profit, faith-based health care organization dedicated to the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we offer a comprehensive continuum of care, from preventative and primary care to acute hospital services specializing in cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, stroke, and orthopedic services. Our commitment to excellence has earned us top prestigious recognition repeatedly from U.S. News and World Report, PINC AI™, CMS, Healthgrades®, Leapfrog, and most recently as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are proud to serve Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia with the expertise of 4,700 team members and nearly 500 affiliated physicians.

Pay Range

$30.00 - $43.05 /hour

Salary : $30 - $43

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