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Community Health System·Fresno, California
Rn, pacu · $52 - $67/hr
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Shaded band: the middle 50% of 129 posted nursing roles in Fresno, California rates. This role sits in the 75th percentile.
Pay for this role is about 16% above the Fresno, California median for nursing roles.
The RN will utilize the nursing process to assess patient needs and monitor physical and emotional well-being in the PACU. They are responsible for maintaining a sterile surgical environment and collaborating with other departments to ensure continuity of care.
Overview Opportunities for you!
Comprehensive relocation package and concierge service Progressive sign-on incentive paid over time for eligible candidates Consecutively recognized as a top employer by Forbes, and in 2025 by Newsweek Time and a half after 8 hrs + weekend and night differential (call pay for procedural areas) RN Advancement Pathway for growth, built for nurses, by nurses Free Continuing Education and certification including BLS, ACLS and PALS Tuition reimbursement, education programs and scholarships Vacation time starts building on Day 1, and builds with your seniority Free money toward retirement with a 403(b) and matching contributions Great food options with on-demand ordering Free parking and electric charging Commitment to diversity and inclusion is a cornerstone of our culture at Community.
All are welcome as valued members of our community.
We know that our ability to provide the highest level of care is through taking care of our incredible teams.
Learn more on our Benefits page.
Your Career at Community | Opportunity. Challenge. Growth. In your role, you will: Utilize the nursing process to identify patient needs for continuous assessment in the PACU. Document and evaluate the effectiveness of nursing actions and ensure a safe environment of care. Work alongside other departments to ensure continuity of care. Provide post-surgical education to patients, creating and maintaining a sterile and safe surgical environment for the patient and monitoring the patient’s physical and emotional well-being throughout the surgical care continuum Monitoring patients for changes in status and indications of conditions such as respiratory depression and institute appropriate interventions.
Candidates must have graduated from an accredited registered nursing program and possess at least 2 years of recent ICU or PACU experience. A California RN license is required, along with BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications.
Market context
California nursing roles often draw steady demand, especially for experienced RNs in procedural and critical care settings. Competition is strongest for candidates who already hold a California RN license, current BLS and ACLS, and recent ICU, ER, or PACU experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your certifications and highlight relevant bedside and procedural experience in your application.