Preop & PACU RN - Flexible Schedule + Loan Relief

Northwest Medical Center; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Tucson Surgery Center, located on the Northwest Medical Center campus in Tucson, AZ, seeks an experienced RN for PreOp/PACU duties. The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of clinical RN experience and PACU expertise, with required BCLS, ACLS, and PALS per unit guidelines.

This PACU role involves immediate post‑anesthesia care, communicating with the surgical team, and ensuring patient safety. Responsibilities include patient assessment, medication administration, wound care, and discharge

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role in an acute care setting.
• RN licensure and Basic Life Support (BCLS) are required.
• ACLS and PALS certifications are required per unit guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assess and plan care for preoperative and post-anesthesia patients.
• Deliver and document nursing care using the nursing process.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure patient safety and quality outcomes.
• Administer medications and monitor for adverse effects.
• Educate patients and families about perioperative care and discharge instructions.
• Participate in performance improvement and regulatory compliance.

Skills

RN experience

PACU experience

Education

RN licensure

Job description

Northwest Tucson Surgery Center, located on the Northwest Medical Center campus in Tucson, AZ, seeks an experienced RN for PreOp/PACU duties. The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of clinical RN experience and PACU expertise, with required BCLS, ACLS, and PALS per unit guidelines.

This PACU role involves immediate post‑anesthesia care, communicating with the surgical team, and ensuring patient safety. Responsibilities include patient assessment, medication administration, wound care, and discharge