Perioperative RN: Preop/PACU Care Expert

SCA Health (India); Clifton (NJ); On-site; USD 74,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

SCA Health is hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) for the PreOp/PACU in New Jersey. The role involves assessing preoperative and postoperative status, interpreting monitors, and developing perianesthesia care plans.

You will administer medications safely, provide patient and family education, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality perioperative care. Qualified candidates hold an Accredited Nursing degree, state licensure, and ACLS/PALS or BLS certifications as

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Promote the mission, vision, and values of SCA Health.
• Assess patient’s preoperative and postoperative status according to policy.
• Interpret information from monitors.
• Describe physiology of anesthesia techniques and interventions.
• Develop a perianesthesia plan of care.
• Implement care including recovery from anesthesia across modalities.
• Administer medications safely using the 8 rights.
• Provide education to patient and family about perioperative care.
• Document nursing care completely and accurately.
• Collaborate with team and participate in quality improvements.

Education

Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing.

Current state licensure to practice

ACLS certification

Job description

SCA Health is hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) for the PreOp/PACU in New Jersey. The role involves assessing preoperative and postoperative status, interpreting monitors, and developing perianesthesia care plans.

You will administer medications safely, provide patient and family education, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality perioperative care. Qualified candidates hold an Accredited Nursing degree, state licensure, and ACLS/PALS or BLS certifications as