Preop / PACU - RN - FT

United Surgical Partners International, Inc; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discount program

Job summary

United Surgical Partners International, Inc is seeking a Preop/PACU RN for daytime hours at South Denver Surgery Center. This role involves providing quality nursing care under supervision, ensuring patient safety, and assisting in procedures.

The ideal candidate has a nursing degree, a current Colorado RN license, and certifications in BLS, ACLS, and PALS. Benefits include a 401(k) plan and employee assistance programs, with a salary range of $34 to $53 hourly based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in PACU/ICU required.
• ASC experience a plus.
• Thorough knowledge of perioperative process required.

Responsibilities

• Implement physician orders and provide patient care.
• Evaluate patients' conditions continuously.
• Assist physicians with procedures as appropriate.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Human relations skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Current CO Registered Nurse License

Tools

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Job description

South Denver Surgery Center is hiring a Preop/PACU RN FT to join our team!

M-F daytime hours. No weekends, nights, calls or holidays*

Prep/PACU Registered Nurse at South Denver Surgery Center

Under the direct supervision of the Pre‑Op/PACU manager, the PACU nurse is responsible for implementing all physician orders and providing continuity and quality of nursing care for all patients, with continual evaluation of patients’ condition. The nurse ensures patient safety, comfort, and privacy at all times, assists physicians in procedure rooms with tasks such as conscious sedation and sterile technique as appropriate, and provides total comprehensive patient care to patients emerging from general anesthesia and/or sedation. The nurse performs assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the patient and family in preparation for discharge.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Current CO Registered Nurse License
• Current BLS, ACLS and PALS certifications
• ASC experience a plus
• Experience in PACU / ICU required
• Good communication and human relations skills
• Ability to organize and follow through on own initiative
• Thorough knowledge of all phases of the perioperative process, including surgical procedures and anesthesia implications

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program
• USPI provides paid leave in accordance with applicable law

Hourly Range: $34 - $53 (based on experience)

Job Posted 06/10/2026 and will remain open for 2 weeks

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