PreOp PACU RN — Patient-Centered Surgical Care

United Surgical Partners International, Inc; Fletcher (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Western Carolina Surgery Center is seeking a FT PreOp PACU RN to join our ambulatory surgical team. The role involves preoperative assessments, patient education, and administering preop medications, with collaboration among surgeons, anesthesiologists, and staff.

The RN will provide PACU care, monitor vitals, manage pain and post-anesthesia recovery, document care, and assist with discharge planning. Requires active RN license, BLS/ACLS, and 2 years PACU/critical care experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Licensed RN with active state license.
• BLS and ACLS required; PALS if center requires.
• 2 years PACU or Critical Care experience preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to prioritize workload.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform preoperative assessments and educate patients and families.
• Administer preoperative medications per orders and protocols.
• Maintain infection control and IV line management.
• Collaborate with surgical team and anesthesiologists.
• Provide PACU care, monitor vitals, manage pain and safety.
• Document care accurately and discharge planning when appropriate.
• Support circulating and scrub roles as needed.

Skills

Critical care experience

PACU experience

Decision making

Prioritization

Communication skills

Education

RN license (state)

Job description

Western Carolina Surgery Center is seeking a FT PreOp PACU RN to join our ambulatory surgical team. The role involves preoperative assessments, patient education, and administering preop medications, with collaboration among surgeons, anesthesiologists, and staff.

The RN will provide PACU care, monitor vitals, manage pain and post-anesthesia recovery, document care, and assist with discharge planning. Requires active RN license, BLS/ACLS, and 2 years PACU/critical care experience preferred.