Ambulatory Surgery LPN — Patient Care & Post-Op Support

Sca-Health-; Fair Lawn (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

SCA Health in Fair Lawn, NJ is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse to support pre-/post-operative patient care in ambulatory surgery settings. The role emphasizes teamwork, patient comfort, and adherence to standards of practice under RN supervision.

The ideal candidate holds an active LPN license, BCLS, and ACLS/PALS within six months; prior ambulatory surgery experience is preferred. The facility offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities to contribute to high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Must be current in BCLS.
• ACLS/PALS certification within six months of hire date (applicable to scope of service).
• Previous work experience in ambulatory surgery setting, acute hospital surgical department of no less than one year.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Registered Nurse and physician in providing pre- and/or post-operative care to the patient.
• Confirms pre-operative testing/medical clearance is in patient’s medical chart prior to procedure.
• Collaborates with Registered Nurse in assessing the patient’s physical and emotional status.
• Implements and documents pre-operative regimen of care according to policy/procedure.
• Recognizes patient’s need for support, answers questions appropriately, and provides for privacy and confidentiality.
• Assists in the admission of patients to pre-/post-operative area according to established guidelines.
• Implements appropriate nursing activities to provide safe and individualized nursing care.
• Evaluates effectiveness of nursing care by documenting patient’s responses to interventions.
• Assists in explaining the physician’s post-operative instructions to patient/family.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Post-operative care

Vital signs monitoring

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse license

BCLS certification

ACLS/PALS within 6 months

Job description

SCA Health in Fair Lawn, NJ is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse to support pre-/post-operative patient care in ambulatory surgery settings. The role emphasizes teamwork, patient comfort, and adherence to standards of practice under RN supervision.

The ideal candidate holds an active LPN license, BCLS, and ACLS/PALS within six months; prior ambulatory surgery experience is preferred. The facility offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities to contribute to high-quality care.