Inova Health System·Alexandria, Virginia
Provide nursing care for a diverse surgical population in PreOp, Phase 1, and Phase 2 of the Post Anesthesia Care Unit. Collaborate with a perioperative team to ensure patient safety and exemplary healthcare in a fast-paced environment.
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
Requires a BSN (or ADN with BSN completion within 5 years), a Virginia RN license, and AHA certifications in ACLS, PALS, and BLS. At least one year of experience in critical care (ICU/ED) or PACU is required, with two or more years preferred.
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.