Perioperative RN - Preop/PACU Specialist

Denton Surgery Center, LLC; Ridgefield, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

SCA Health is hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) for the PreOp PACU role. You will assess patients pre- and postoperatively, monitor anesthesia-related parameters, and develop care plans for recovery.

The position emphasizes patient safety, education, and seamless handoffs with the perioperative team. The role requires nursing licensure, BLS/ACLS on schedule, and readiness to provide high-quality care across the perianesthesia continuum in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing.
• Current state licensure to practice nursing.
• BLS/BCLS certification within 90 days of employment.
• ACLS certification within 90 days of employment.
• PALS certification if pediatric care is included in scope.

Responsibilities

• Promote the mission, vision and values of SCA Health.
• Assess preoperative and postoperative status per policies.
• Interpret monitors and describe pathophysiology of disease processes.
• Develop an individualized perianesthesia plan of care.
• Perform and manage perioperative interventions and care transitions.
• Provide education to patient and designated support person.
• Ensure patient rights, dignity and privacy are maintained.
• Collaborate with team and participate in quality improvement.

Skills

Perioperative nursing

Patient assessment

Postoperative care

Medication administration

Team collaboration

Patient education

Education

Accredited School of Nursing diploma

Current state nursing license

BLS/BCLS within 90 days

ACLS within 90 days

PALS if pediatric care

Job description

SCA Health is hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) for the PreOp PACU role. You will assess patients pre- and postoperatively, monitor anesthesia-related parameters, and develop care plans for recovery.

The position emphasizes patient safety, education, and seamless handoffs with the perioperative team. The role requires nursing licensure, BLS/ACLS on schedule, and readiness to provide high-quality care across the perianesthesia continuum in a fast-paced setting.