PRN ASC RN — Perioperative & PACU Care (Flexible Nights)

Steindler Orthopedics; North Liberty (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible PRN nights

On-call shift pay

Guaranteed on-call pay

Optional extra shifts

Maintains competency

Quality initiatives involvement

Job summary

Steindler Orthopedic Clinic is seeking a highly skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to support our Ambulatory Surgery Center, focusing on perioperative and post-anesthesia care. The role requires strong assessment skills, clinical judgment, and the ability to work collaboratively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and the care team.

This PRN night-shift position offers flexible scheduling (approximately 1–3 night shifts per month) with pre-scheduled night coverage and guaranteed pay for on-call

Qualifications

• Current State of Iowa Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Current CPR certification for Healthcare Providers
• Minimum 2 years of PACU, Pre/Post Recovery, OR, or procedural nursing experience
• Experience in an Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) setting, preferred
• ACLS and PALS certification, or willingness to obtain within 6 months of hire, preferred

Responsibilities

• Assess patient condition upon admission to post-anesthesia and post-operative recovery areas and continuously monitor patient progress.
• Deliver safe, therapeutic, and high-quality nursing care using the nursing process and evidence-based practices.
• Coordinate nursing interventions to ensure patients are prepared for procedures and discharged safely.
• Monitor and support patients undergoing anesthesia and/or sedation, including airway management and patient safety.
• Administer treatments and carry out physician orders accurately and promptly.
• Identify and respond to patient care needs across diverse age populations, from pediatric to geriatric patients.
• Ensure patient safety through adherence to aseptic technique, sterile practices, universal precautions, and infection prevention standards.
• Support the surgical team by anticipating patient and procedural needs throughout the care continuum.
• Communicate effectively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, leadership, staff, patients, and families.
• Provide patient and family education based on readiness to learn and discharge needs
• Participate in post-operative communication and care coordination.
• Assist with chart review, database entry, infection control, stocking, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Participate in maintaining regulatory certification and accreditation standards
• Serve as a mentor and resource to staff when appropriate.
• Support orientation and education of nursing and ancillary team members.
• Demonstrate flexibility to meet department and patient care needs.
• Must successfully complete all pre-employment requirements, including a background check, credential verification, and applicable health screenings.

Skills

Critical thinking

Clinical assessment

Organization & detail orientation

Prioritization

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Education

Iowa RN license

Job description

Steindler Orthopedic Clinic is seeking a highly skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to support our Ambulatory Surgery Center, focusing on perioperative and post-anesthesia care. The role requires strong assessment skills, clinical judgment, and the ability to work collaboratively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and the care team.

This PRN night-shift position offers flexible scheduling (approximately 1–3 night shifts per month) with pre-scheduled night coverage and guaranteed pay for on-call