Perioperative RN – PreOp/PACU Care Leader

SCA Health; North Bergen (NJ); On-site; USD 58,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

SCA Health is hiring an RN for the PreOp and PACU areas. The role focuses on assessing patients preoperatively and postoperatively, managing anesthesia recovery, and implementing individualized care plans within a high-quality, patient-centered environment.

The position requires nursing licensure, 1 year of PreOp/PACU experience, and ACLS/BLS certification timelines. Join a team that values safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

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/BCLS within 90 days of employment or current certification.
• ACLS within 90 days of employment or current certification.
• PALS (if pediatric care is included) within 90 days of employment or certification.

Responsibilities

• Promote the mission, vision, and values of SCA Health.
• Assess patient’s preoperative and postoperative status per policy.
• Interpret information from monitor systems and explain pathophysiology.
• Develop an individualized perianesthesia plan of care.
• Provide perianesthesia care and manage recovery from anesthesia.
• Collaborate with team and communicate patient status and needs.

Skills

Preoperative/PACU experience

Nursing experience

Patient care

Communication skills

Education

Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing

Job description

SCA Health is hiring an RN for the PreOp and PACU areas. The role focuses on assessing patients preoperatively and postoperatively, managing anesthesia recovery, and implementing individualized care plans within a high-quality, patient-centered environment.

The position requires nursing licensure, 1 year of PreOp/PACU experience, and ACLS/BLS certification timelines. Join a team that values safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.