UVA Medical Center Category Nursing Location Charlottesville, Virginia, United States of America Job Id R0074265
Delivering safe, high acuity peri anesthesia care requires clinical precision, strong collaboration, and the ability to anticipate patient needs at every transition point. UVA Health’s Main Hospital PACU team plays a critical role in ensuring seamless surgical recovery for a diverse and complex patient population.
This role offers experienced RNs the opportunity to practice at the top of their license in a dynamic academic environment. You will care for patients across a wide spectrum of acuity levels while working alongside a highly skilled interdisciplinary team committed to excellence in peri anesthesia care.
As a Pre/Post PACU Registered Nurse, you will provide comprehensive care to patients before and after anesthesia, ensuring safe transitions through critical phases of surgical recovery. The environment is fast paced, highly collaborative, and rooted in evidence based practice.
Available Perioperative Units include:
In an average day, you will:
Collaborate with anesthesia providers, surgeons, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, coordinated care transitions
This role blends technical excellence with compassionate patient interaction, offering a high level of engagement and professional challenge throughout each shift.
UVA Health offers a distinctly supportive and professionally rewarding environment for PACU nurses, combining academic medicine excellence with a strong commitment to nurse wellbeing and development.
As part of the Peri Anesthesia team, you will benefit from:
Flexible scheduling with no scheduled holiday shifts, using a mix of 6, 8, 9, 10, and 12‑hour shifts to support work‑life balance
Exposure to a wide variety of patient populations and acuity levels, supported by UVA’s role as an academic medical center, Level 1 Trauma Center, and nationally recognized children's hospital
Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.
This is a role where your expertise is valued, your development is prioritized, and your impact on patient outcomes is both immediate and meaningful.
Why People Love Living in Charlottesville
Charlottesville offers an exceptional quality of life, blending the energy of a vibrant university town with the natural beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Healthcare professionals are drawn to the area for its balance of career opportunity and lifestyle, with access to outdoor recreation, award-winning wineries, and a thriving local dining scene. The community is welcoming and culturally rich, with convenient proximity to Richmond, Washington, D.C., and scenic regional destinations. It is an ideal setting for professionals seeking both personal fulfillment and professional growth.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program required. Bachelor of Science in Nursing required within 5 years of hire.
Experience: One year of relevant clinical experience required. Two or more years of acute care experience is strongly preferred, with experience in an Intermediate Care Unit (IMU), Intensive Care Unit (ICU), or Emergency Department (ED) preferred.
Licensure: Licensed to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently traveling, bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.
The pay range for this role is $39.90 - $53.00 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.
Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
Certification and education support
Generous Paid Time Off
UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.
