PreOp PACU Nurse PRN

HCA Healthcare; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 51,000 - 77,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) plan with employer match

Education support

Paid time off

Job summary

We are seeking a PreOp PACU Nurse for an ambulatory surgery center in Englewood, Colorado. You will ensure safe and effective nursing care postoperatively until the patient is dismissed, contributing to a family‑like care culture.

The role requires an RN license, BCLS, ACLS within 30 days, and 1+ year perioperative experience. You will support discharge criteria while delivering high‑quality patient care within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Nursing or RN Diploma or higher is required.
• Active RN license as required by state of employment.
• BCLS certification required; online not acceptable.
• ACLS required within 30 days of hire.
• PALS if required by facility within 30 days.
• 1+ years of nursing experience in a clinical setting, preferably Preop/PACU.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient care area with equipment and supplies.
• Demonstrate airway management techniques.
• Monitor patient vitals per policy.
• Insert, maintain and remove IV catheters and saline locks.
• Perform head-to-toe evaluation using approved scoring system.
• 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

1+ year nursing experience

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing or RN Diploma or Higher

Job description

Hourly Wage Estimate: $37.07 - $55.63 / hour

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The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a PreOp PACU Nurse PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Synergy Surgery Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Job Summary And Qualifications

We are seeking a PreOp PACU Nurse for our ambulatory surgery center who demonstrates the values of our company by caring like family. You will ensure safe and effective nursing care rendered postoperatively until the patient is dismissed from the facility. With your expertise, our center will continue its’ legacy of employing nurses who contribute to the company’s mission and vision.

What you will do in this role:

• Prepare your patients’ care area adequately and ensure necessary equipment and supplies and provided
• You will demonstrate proper airway management techniques
• Monitor your patients according to policy (vital signs, temperature, cardiac, etc.).
• You will exhibit proper technique for insertion, maintenance, and removal of IV catheters and saline locks
• Perform and document head to toe evaluation of your patients utilizing an approved scoring system in line with HCA policy and procedure
• Check dressings and/or operative site of your patients and report abnormalities to the surgeon
• Provide a safe and comforting environment for your patients and family
• Ensure your patients meet discharge criteria

Qualifications you will need:

• Associate Degree in Nursing or RN Diploma or Higher degree in Nursing Required
• 1+ years of nursing experience in a clinical setting, preferably in Preop, PACU, Pain, GI, ER, ICU or Surgery
• Active RN license as required by state of employment
• BCLS Certification upon employment. ***online certification not acceptable
• ACLS required within 30-days of hire
• PALS if required by facility within 30-days of hire

Benefits

Synergy Surgery Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include some or all of the following:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long‑and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and position.

Do you want to work in a modern ambulatory surgery center located in Englewood, Colorado? Synergy Surgery Center needs to be your top priority. Our state‑of‑the‑art facility offers same-day surgical procedures for our patients in Arapahoe County and surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on providing patient‑centered care, making it easy for you to access our comfortable and cost‑effective alternatives to inpatient care at a hospital.

Our highly trained staff includes board‑certified surgeons, anesthesiologists, and qualified nursing and clinical technicians who are experts in surgical and recovery care. We offer a wide range of specialties, including spine, orthopedics, hand, podiatry, pain management, and ENT. Our facility is accredited by the Joint Commission, ensuring that we meet the highest standards of quality and safety.

At Synergy Surgery Center, we are committed to providing our patients with the highest level of care and attention. Our center is managed by HCA Healthcare's Surgery Ventures Group – a testament to our excellence and commitment to providing top‑quality healthcare services. Trust us with your career in surgical care and experience the difference we can make in your life.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in costs for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

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