Inova·Alexandria, Virginia
Nurses will provide care for patients in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), covering Phase 1 and Phase 2 areas, as well as PreOp depending on patient needs across diverse surgical populations. The role involves working 36 hours per week, typically in 4x9 shifts, with an on-call requirement for off-shift times, holidays, and weekends.
Inova Mount Vernon is looking for Full Time Perianesthia (PACU) Nurse.
Schedule is 36 hrs/week-based on unit needs- 4x9 to cover 5:30 AM to 9:00 PM, M-F with on call requirement to support off-shift times, holidays and weekends.
The Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) has 13 bays (10 phase 1s & 3 phase 2s) that serve a diverse surgical population including, general, spine, orthopedic, robotics, urology, plastics, gynecology, breast, podiatry, vascular, ENT and ECT procedures.
The PACU team members are self-motivated, hardworking and a proficient group of nurses.
Nurses care for patients in PreOp, Phase 1 and Phase 2 depending on patient needs.
Come join an engaging and passionate perioperative team dedicated to providing exemplary health care every time, every touch.
Mount Vernon is a community hospital with 8 OR suites that serves the population in robotics, general, orthopedics, spine, plastics, ENT, urology, and gynecology.
The OR functions 24/7 with the support of call team on off-shifts and holidays.
It is a fast-paced environment that focuses on strong teamwork and patient safety.
Featured Benefits: Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
BSN from an accredited school of nursing. If RN has an Associate’s Degree (ADN); must complete BSN within 5 years of start date. RN license to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia. ACLS, PALS, BLS healthcare provider certifications from the American Heart Association (AHA). 2 years plus PACU/Critical Care experience preferred. RN PACU
2 years plus PACU/Critical Care experience preferred. For internal use only: #LI-KA1 IND1
Candidates must possess at least one year of experience in Critical Care (ICU or ED) or PACU nursing, hold an active RN license in Virginia, and maintain current AHA certifications for ACLS, PALS, and BLS. A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is required, or an Associate’s Degree (ADN) with a commitment to completing the BSN within five years.
Market context
Virginia PACU openings often draw experienced acute-care nurses because employers typically want a strong critical care background, current AHA ACLS, PALS, and BLS, and an active Virginia RN license. These roles can be competitive because the BSN requirement, or ADN with a commitment to complete a BSN, narrows the applicant pool; this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits help you review the original posting faster. Before applying, confirm your certifications are current and tailor your resume to highlight ICU, ED, or PACU experience.