Perioperative RN - Preop/PACU Specialist

SCA Health; New Jersey; On-site; USD 58,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

SCA Health in New Jersey is seeking a Registered Nurse for PreOp PACU to support perioperative care across our ambulatory centers. You will assess patients before and after surgery, monitor vitals, manage recovery, and collaborate with anesthesia teams.

The role emphasizes safety, pain control, documentation, and patient education, with BLS/ACLS/PALS requirements and state nursing licensure. Competitive hourly rate and benefits await the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing.
• Current state RN license in good standing.
• BLS/BCLS certification within defined timelines.
• ACLS certification within defined timelines; PALS as required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient’s preoperative and postoperative status per policy.
• Monitor vitals and patient recovery during PACU stay.
• Provide safe pain management and comfort measures.
• Communicate patient status to anesthesia and surgical team.
• Document care and ensure effective hand-off reports.

Skills

Preoperative care

PACU care

Patient assessment

Education

Registered Nurse license (RN)

BLS/BCLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification (if pediatric care is included)

Job description

SCA Health in New Jersey is seeking a Registered Nurse for PreOp PACU to support perioperative care across our ambulatory centers. You will assess patients before and after surgery, monitor vitals, manage recovery, and collaborate with anesthesia teams.

The role emphasizes safety, pain control, documentation, and patient education, with BLS/ACLS/PALS requirements and state nursing licensure. Competitive hourly rate and benefits await the right candidate.