Preop PACU Nurse at Ambulatory Center Growth & Education

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) Plan with match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Rose Surgical Center in Denver is seeking a PreOp PACU Nurse to provide safe, postoperative care and support the center’s mission. The role focuses on preparing the care area, monitoring patients, and ensuring readiness for discharge alongside a collaborative nursing team.

The position requires an RN license, an Associate Degree in Nursing or higher, and certification compliance with BLS, ACLS, and possibly PALS.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Nursing or RN Diploma or higher required.
• 1+ years of nursing experience in a clinical setting.
• Active RN license as required by state of employment.
• BCLS Certification required at employment (online not acceptable).
• ACLS required within 30 days of hire; PALS if required within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients’ care area with necessary equipment and supplies.
• Demonstrate proper airway management techniques.
• Monitor patients per policy (vital signs, temp, cardiac).
• Perform and document head-to-toe evaluation using approved scoring system per HCA policy.
• Check dressings and report abnormalities to surgeon.
• Provide a safe and comforting environment for patients and family.
• Ensure patients meet discharge criteria.

Skills

RN License

BCLS Certification

ACLS within 30 days

PALS if required

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing or RN Diploma or Higher

Job description

Rose Surgical Center in Denver is seeking a PreOp PACU Nurse to provide safe, postoperative care and support the center’s mission. The role focuses on preparing the care area, monitoring patients, and ensuring readiness for discharge alongside a collaborative nursing team.

The position requires an RN license, an Associate Degree in Nursing or higher, and certification compliance with BLS, ACLS, and possibly PALS.