PREOP/PACU RN (Registered Nurse), Canyon View Surgery Center, Full-Time

Community Hospital, CO; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 79,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Free Parking

Paid Time Off

Education Assistance

403(b) Plan

Wellness Program

Job summary

Community Hospital, Canyon View Surgery Center in Grand Junction, CO is seeking a Pre-Op/PACU RN for a full-time on-site position. You will work with the surgical team to ensure safe patient care from pre-op through PACU, maintain sterile technique, and monitor critical equipment.

The role requires an Associate’s Degree in Nursing, 1 year of surgical experience, and active BLS; ACLS/PALS must be obtained within 6 months. CNOR and AORN affiliation preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree from an accredited nursing program with at least 1 year of surgical experience.
• Current BLS certification.
• ACLS and PALS certifications required within 6 months of hire.
• CNOR certification and AORN affiliation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with health care team to provide optimal care throughout the surgical experience.
• Identify risks to patients and staff, taking action to maximize safety.
• Ensure proper supplies and equipment are available and functioning for procedures.
• Maintain a safe environment, document issues and notify supervisor.
• Observe sterile techniques, assist with procedures, and operate monitoring equipment.
• Pursue ongoing education and participate in in-service trainings.

Skills

Surgical experience

BLS certification

ACLS/PALS certification

Education

Associate’s Degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s degree preferred

CNOR certification

AORN affiliation preferred

Tools

Defibrillator

Patient monitoring equipment

Job description

Posting Details

• Posted on August 20, 2026

Locations

Showing 1 location Canyon View Surgery Center | Suite 180
Grand Junction, CO 81505, USA

• On-site
• Registered Nurse
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: PREOP004078

Description

Position Highlights:

• Position:Pre-Op/PACU RN
• Job Type:Full-Time
• Location:Community Hospital/Canyon View Surgery Center

Responsibilities:

• Works with all members of the health care team to provide optimal care to the patient throughout his/her surgical experience. Maintains a friendly, positive and caring attitude with all patients, physicians and staff.
• Identifies actual and potential risks to patients and staff. Takes action to minimize or eliminate risks and maximize safety in facility.
• Assures that the proper supplies, instruments and equipment are available for procedures. Assures that equipment is functioning properly. Assists with inventory control by proper count of supplies/time used.
• Provides a safe environment for patients to prevent potential injury. Investigates and intervenes in problem situations, reporting appropriate information to supervisor and documents same.
• Observes sterile techniques in preparing for and assists with surgical procedures. Maintains equipment and supplies which includes cleaning and disinfection of equipment. Operates and troubleshoots specialized equipment and patient monitoring equipment. Performs Defibrillator and other critical equipment checks.
• Seeks educational opportunities and accepts responsibility for own professional growth and development. Participates with in-service opportunities and staff meetings. Attends continuing education offerings to remain current with all surgical specialties and ASC issues.

Requirements:

• Associate’s Degree from an accredited school of nursing (Bachelor’s preferred) with at least one (1) year of surgical experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Current BLS
• Current ACLS/PALS (Must be obtained with 6 months of hire)
• Current CNOR and AORN professional affiliation preferred.

Compensation:

• $38.00 - $43.70 per hour, depending on education and experience.
• Bonus: $20,000 (Paid out in 3 years; Eligible for RN’s with at least 2 years of Nursing Experience )
• Discretionary bonuses, relocation expenses, merit increase, market adjustments, recognition bonuses, and other forms of discretionary compensation may be available.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• Free Parking
• Paid time off
• Education assistance
• 403(b) with employer matching
• Wellness Program
• Additional benefits based on employment status

Additional Information:

• Relocation: Must relocate to Grand Junction, CO 81505 before starting work.
• Work Location: In-person/onsite
• This position will be posted through August 31, 2026 and may remain open longer until filled.

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