Perioperative RN (PTU/PACU) – Outpatient Surgery

UCLA Health; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health in Santa Monica is seeking an experienced RN to join our Outpatient Surgery Center team, covering PTU and PACU responsibilities. You will provide comprehensive preoperative and postoperative nursing care for patients undergoing surgical procedures, ensuring safe, high-quality care and smooth patient flow.

The role requires strong critical thinking, excellent clinical assessment, and the ability to educate patients and families about perioperative care in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold a California RN license.
• Strong critical thinking and perioperative nursing skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide preoperative and postoperative nursing care.
• Perform patient assessments and prepare patients for procedures.
• Monitor recovery from anesthesia and manage pain.
• Educate patients and families about perioperative care.

Skills

Critical thinking

Clinical assessment

Patient education

Perioperative nursing

Education

RN license

Job description

UCLA Health in Santa Monica is seeking an experienced RN to join our Outpatient Surgery Center team, covering PTU and PACU responsibilities. You will provide comprehensive preoperative and postoperative nursing care for patients undergoing surgical procedures, ensuring safe, high-quality care and smooth patient flow.

The role requires strong critical thinking, excellent clinical assessment, and the ability to educate patients and families about perioperative care in a fast-paced environment.