Perioperative RN II - Preop & PACU Expert

SCA Health; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

SCA Health in Tuscaloosa, AL is hiring a Registered Nurse for the PreOp PACU to support perioperative care across the patient continuum.

You will assess preoperative and postoperative status, interpret monitors, and implement individualized care plans to ensure safety and high-quality outcomes.

This role requires RN licensure, 1 year PACU/preop experience, BLS/BCLS, ACLS, and PALS where pediatric care is involved; compensation ranges $26.00–$38.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing.
• One year of Pre Operative or PACU experience.
• Current state licensure to practice as an RN in good standing.
• BLS/BCLS certification within 90 days of employment.
• ACLS certification within 90 days of employment.
• PALS certification required when pediatric care is included within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Promote the mission and values of SCA Health.
• Assess preoperative and postoperative status according to policy.
• Interpret information from monitors and describe pathophysiology.
• Develop an individualized perianesthesia plan of care.
• Administer medications safely using the 8 rights of medication administration.
• Provide hand-off reports and collaborate with the care team.

Skills

Preoperative nursing

PACU experience

Patient assessment

Perioperative care

Education

Registered Nurse licensure

RN licensure in good standing

Job description

SCA Health in Tuscaloosa, AL is hiring a Registered Nurse for the PreOp PACU to support perioperative care across the patient continuum.

You will assess preoperative and postoperative status, interpret monitors, and implement individualized care plans to ensure safety and high-quality outcomes.

This role requires RN licensure, 1 year PACU/preop experience, BLS/BCLS, ACLS, and PALS where pediatric care is involved; compensation ranges $26.00–$38.00 per hour.