Preop & PACU RN — Perioperative Care Specialist

United Surgical Partners International; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and Rx

Life and AD&D coverage

Short- and long-term disability

FSAs and HSAs

401(k) retirement planning

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Westgate Surgery Center in Glendale, AZ is seeking a PREOP/PACU RN to provide continuous, high-quality nursing care for patients emerging from anesthesia. The role includes assessment, planning, and coordination of care to ensure safe discharge preparation.

The ideal candidate will be a graduate of an accredited RN program, hold an active RN license in Arizona, and meet BLS/ACLS (PALS if required). Strong communication and decision-making skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited RN School of Nursing.
• Active RN license in the state.
• BLS and ACLS Required, PALS if required by the center.
• 2 years experience in PACU or Critical Care preferred.
• Ability to make decisions based on nursing judgment.
• Able to prioritize and organize workload to meet the needs of patients and the unit.
• Strong communication skills, verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuity and quality nursing care for all patients, with continual evaluation of the patient's condition.
• Ensure patient safety, comfort and privacy at all times.
• May assist physicians in the procedure rooms with various tasks, conscious sedation, and sterile techniques as deemed appropriate.
• Provide total comprehensive patient care to patients emerging from general anesthesia and/or sedation; assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the patient and family in preparation for discharge.

Skills

Communication skills

Decision making

Prioritization & organization

Nursing judgment

Education

RN License

BLS

ACLS

PALS (if required)

Job description

Westgate Surgery Center in Glendale, AZ is seeking a PREOP/PACU RN to provide continuous, high-quality nursing care for patients emerging from anesthesia. The role includes assessment, planning, and coordination of care to ensure safe discharge preparation.

The ideal candidate will be a graduate of an accredited RN program, hold an active RN license in Arizona, and meet BLS/ACLS (PALS if required). Strong communication and decision-making skills are essential.