Registered Nurse (RN), PACU
UniversityOfMarylandMedicalSystem
Posted: February 6, 2026
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Quick Summary
Join our team as a Registered Nurse in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit, where you'll provide high-quality patient care and support to our patients.
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Job Description
$20k Sign on Bonus 
Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse
Where Teamwork Meets Excellence in Patient Care
Are you a dedicated PACU RN looking for a unit where your clinical expertise, voice, and compassion are truly valued? Join our dynamic Post-Anesthesia Care Unit, where patient-centered care, professional development, and teamwork are the heart of everything we do. Whether you’re early in your career or seeking your next challenge, we offer clear pathways to help you thrive.
What Makes Us Different - Our PACU is more than just a recovery unit—it’s a team-driven environment built on trust, collaboration, and clinical excellence. Here, nurses are respected as key partners in the post-operative recovery process, supported by a leadership team that prioritizes innovation and values input at every level.
Opportunities to Grow - We’re committed to your professional journey. Our nurses have access to:
• Ongoing mentorship and preceptorship
• Certification support (CPAN, CAPA)
• Specialized training in advanced post-anesthesia care
• Leadership development through shared governance and hospital-wide initiatives
A Culture of Support - In our PACU, collaboration isn’t just encouraged—it’s essential. We hold regular team huddles, promote peer support, and foster cross-disciplinary communication. Our approachable leadership team is actively involved in daily operations and ensures that every team member feels seen, heard, and supported.
Impact That Matters - We’re proud to consistently exceed recovery benchmarks, maintain low complication rates, and receive high marks for patient satisfaction. Our team’s dedication has made a lasting difference in countless patient outcomes—and we celebrate those wins together.
Work-Life Balance You Can Count On - We know that exceptional care starts with a healthy, supported team. That’s why we offer:
• Predictable and balanced scheduling
• Wellness resources and staff appreciation events
• A strong culture of PTO use and work-life respect
 
• Competency in care of unit specific patient population; independently practices with solid knowledgeand clinical skills; engaged in advancing own practice.
• Serves as a clinical resource for others.
• Applies and integrates evidence into practice
• Functions effectively in roles specific to unit, such as arrest team for ICU, triage for ED, etc.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to plan and coordinate care; independently advocating for patient/family needs
• Models practice consistent with unit operations to ensure safe, timely effective, efficient, equitable, patient centered care.
• Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Maryland, or eligible to practice due to Compact state agreements outlined through the MD Board of Nursing, is required.
• More than 12 months nursing experience. Solid knowledge and clinical skills.
• Current AHA BLS certification required.
•  Must meet all unit specific certification requirements: (PALS, ACLS, NRP)
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation:
• Pay Range: See Master Hiring Grid
• Other Compensation (if applicable):
•  Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide