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Pre-Op/Pacu Pain Management Registered Nurse

Jax Spine & Pain CentersJacksonville, FL

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Job Description

RN Pain Position Summary: The Pain Management Registered Nurse (RN) provides comprehensive nursing care to patients undergoing interventional pain management procedures. This role requires excellent clinical judgment, adaptability, and a commitment to safe, compassionate, and efficient patient care in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. The RN will be cross-trained and expected to function effectively in Pre-Op, Procedure Room, and PACU settings, supporting continuity of care throughout the peri-procedural experience. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Pre-Operative Responsibilities: Conduct thorough pre-procedure assessments, including patient history, allergies, and medication reconciliation. Establish and maintain IV access if needed for sedation cases and administer pre-procedure medications as ordered. Educate patients and families on procedure expectations. Collaborate with physicians and procedural staff to prepare patients for pain management procedures. Intra-Procedure Responsibilities: Assist the physician and anesthesia provider (if applicable) during interventional pain procedures (e.g., epidural steroid injections, nerve blocks, radiofrequency ablations, spinal cord stimulator trials, etc.). Monitor patient status and vital signs (if applicable) throughout procedures requiring local, moderate, or MAC sedation. Maintain a sterile field, ensure appropriate supplies and equipment are available, and anticipate team needs. Demonstrate strong procedural support skills. Post-Anesthesia / Recovery (PACU) Responsibilities: Provide vigilant monitoring and recovery care for patients following sedation or anesthesia. Assess airway, hemodynamic, and neurological status; intervene promptly for any changes. Manage pain and nausea per provider orders. Educate patients and caregivers on discharge criteria, post-procedure instructions, and follow-up care. Document all care accurately and timely in the electronic medical record. Qualifications Licensure: Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in state of practice, in good standing. Certifications: BLS (Basic Life Support) – required ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – required Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program required. BSN preferred. Experience: Minimum 1–2 years of nursing experience in Pain Management, PACU, Pre-Op, Critical Care, PCU, or Emergency Nursing preferred. Strong IV initiation, monitoring, and medication administration skills required. Familiarity with EKG monitoring and airway management preferred. Work Environment: High-volume outpatient or hospital-based pain management department. Fast-paced, procedure-driven environment requiring efficiency and composure. Frequent standing, walking, and lifting of equipment or assisting patients. Exposure to sedation and procedural equipment. About Jax Spine & Pain Centers: ABOUT OUR PRACTICEWe are proud to be the leading providers of progressive interventional pain relief.Our team of board-certified physicians and medical staff are highly trained in all areas of diagnosis, treatment, and patient care.LOOKING FOR A CAREER IN THE MEDICAL FIELD?Apply today and have the potential to join Northeast Florida’s Leading Interventional Pain Management Specialists. At Jax Spine & Pain Centers, we provide our patients with superior solutions to treat acute and chronic pain.Now serving multiple locations, our board certified physician’s along with our professional staff value hands-on compassionate care, from the consultation through treatment. Please see the list below for our current openings. We seek qualified, highly energized and self-motivated individuals who respect the essence of time and appreciate the value of a smile.We are always accepting resumes for the following positions:Medical assistantsDME technicians

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