Hennepin Healthcare·Minneapolis, Minnesota
The registered nurse provides and coordinates critical care for immediate post-operative and post-procedure patients of all ages. Responsibilities include monitoring patients emerging from anesthesia and documenting individualized plans of care.
We are currently seeking a Staff Nurse to join our Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) team. This position is a 0.75 FTE (60 hours per pay period) (5 shifts/ pay period), 12-hour shifts, day and night rotating shifts, every 4th weekend, on-call required per unit policy. The Post Anesthesia Care Unit provides critical care to immediate post-op and post-procedure patients of all ages. PACU provides evaluation, monitoring and treatment to patients emerging from anesthesia and annually cares for 10,300 patients.
Within the context of the Hennepin Healthcare System Patient and Family Centered Care model, and under general supervision, the registered nurse provides and coordinates nursing care by: Protecting, promoting, and optimizing health Preventing illness and injury Alleviating suffering through the treatment of the human response Partnering with the patient, their family and significant others Documenting interventions and an individualized plan of care
ACLS required PALS certification must be obtained within 3 months of hire 1 year of RN experience in Adult ICU or PACU within the past 3 years Graduation from an accredited school of nursing Possession of a valid license as a Registered Nurse issued by the State of Minnesota
Certification in area of clinical specialty BSN Preferred. Bachelor of Nursing degree is strongly encouraged. Advancement in academic education will be discussed as part of individual professional development during the annual performance review.
Candidates must have a valid Minnesota RN license, ACLS certification, and at least one year of experience in Adult ICU or PACU within the last three years. A BSN and specialty certification are preferred.
Market context
Minnesota nursing openings often reflect steady demand in senior care settings, where employers look for RNs who can support older adults and work reliably across shifts. These roles are competitive because an accredited nursing degree, an unencumbered RN license, and prior senior-population experience are common screening points; a bachelor’s degree can strengthen candidacy. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your license status and tailor your application to senior-care experience.
