PRE-OP/PACU RN

United Surgical Partners International, Inc; Port Charlotte (FL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

United Surgical Partners International, Inc. in Port Charlotte, FL is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our ambulatory surgery team, focusing on pre-operative and post-anesthesia care.

The role emphasizes patient safety and efficient care in a fast-paced setting. The candidate should hold a Florida nursing license, active BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications, and a minimum of 2 years in Pre-Op/PACU, with strong knowledge of surgical procedures and aseptic technique.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current Florida Nursing License.
• BLS, ACLS and PALS certifications.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in Pre-Op/PACU.
• Strong knowledge of surgical procedures and management of the surgical patient.
• Understand principles of aseptic technique and their implementation.
• Ability to care for patients from infancy to geriatrics.
• Knowledge base to recognize, evaluate, solve problems and correct errors.
• Ability to quickly adapt to changing condition of the patient when needed.
• Excellent teaching skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Demonstrate strong professional and ethical behavior.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, physicians and fellow employees. (TEAMWORK)
• Strong customer service skills.
• Demonstrate accountability, creativity, innovation and be receptive to change.
• Possess basic knowledge of Performance Improvement ideology.

Skills

BLS/ACLS/PALS

Florida Nursing License

Pre-Op/PACU Experience

Surgical Procedures Knowledge

Aseptic Technique

Infant to Geriatrics Care

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Teaching Skills

Customer Service

Performance Improvement

Professional Ethics

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Current Florida Nursing License

BLS ACLS PALS certifications

Ambulatory surgical setting experience preferred

Job description

Job ID 88589-147 Date posted 08/27/2026

Education, Training And Experience

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
• Minimum of 2 years experience in Pre-Op/PACU
• Strong knowledge of surgical procedures and management of the surgical patient
• Understand principles of aseptic technique and their implementation
• Ability to care for patients with changing medical priorities and ability to respond accordingly
• Knowledge base to recognize, evaluate, solve problems and correct errors
• Ability to quickly adapt to changing condition of the patient when needed
• Excellent teaching skills
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Demonstrate strong professional and ethical behavior
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, physicians and fellow employees. (TEAMWORK)
• Demonstrate accountability, creativity, innovation and be receptive to change
• Possess basic knowledge of Performance Improvement ideology

Required Skills:

Education, Training And Experience

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Current Florida Nursing License
• Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
• Minimum of 2 years experience in Pre-Op/PACU
• Strong knowledge of surgical procedures and management of the surgical patient
• Understand principles of aseptic technique and their implementation
• Ability to care for patients from infancy to geriatrics
• Knowledge base to recognize, evaluate, solve problems and correct errors
• Ability to quickly adapt to changing condition of the patient when needed
• Excellent teaching skills
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Demonstrate strong professional and ethical behavior
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, physicians and fellow employees. (TEAMWORK)
• Strong customer service skills
• Demonstrate accountability, creativity, innovation and be receptive to change
• Possess basic knowledge of Performance Improvement ideology

Required Experience:

• Previous experience working in an ambulatory surgical setting preferred.