Registered Nurse PreOp PACU II, Pool - PGC Endoscopy Center for Excellence

SCA Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health care organization is looking for a Registered Nurse (RN) PreOp PACU to assess and manage patient care preoperatively and postoperatively. The ideal candidate will have experience in PACU, be certified, and possess strong assessment and advocacy skills to ensure patient safety and comfort in a surgical setting.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

401k plan with company match

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of Preoperative or PACU experience.
• Current state nursing license in good standing.
• Current BLS/BCLS certification within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient’s preoperative and postoperative status.
• Develop and implement individualized perianesthesia care plans.
• Provide accurate hand-off reports and delegate tasks.

Skills

Patient assessment

Pain management

Patient advocacy

Collaboration

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing school

Job description

Overview

At SCA Health, we believe health care is about people – the patients we serve, the physicians we support, and the teammates who push us forward. Behind every successful facility, procedure, or innovation is a team of 15,000+ professionals working together, learning from each other, and living out the mission, vision, and values that define our organization.

As part of Optum, SCA Health is redefining specialty care by developing more accessible, patient-centered practice solutions for a network of more than 370 ambulatory surgical centers, over 400 specialty physician practice clinics, and numerous labs and surgical hospitals. Our work spans a broad spectrum of services, all designed to support physicians, health systems, and employers in delivering efficient, value-based care to patients without compromising quality or autonomy.

What sets SCA Health apart isn’t just what we do, it’s how we do it. Each decision we make is rooted in seven core values:

• Clinical quality
• Integrity
• Service excellence
• Teamwork
• Accountability
• Continuous improvement
• Inclusion

Our values aren’t empty words – they inform our attitudes, actions, and culture. At SCA Health, your work directly impacts patients, physicians, and communities. Here, you’ll find opportunities to build your career alongside a team that values your expertise, invests in your success, and shares a common mission to care for patients, serve physicians, and improve health care in America.

At SCA Health, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401k plan with company match, paid time off, life and disability insurance, and more. Click here to learn more about our benefits.

Your ideas should inspire change. If you join our team, they will.

Responsibilities

We are actively hiring for a Registered Nurse (RN) PreOp PACU.

• Promote the mission, vision, and values of SCA.
• Assess patient’s preoperative and postoperative status at intervals according to facility or healthcare organization policies and procedures, including assessment of cardiovascular, respiratory, neurological systems, hemodynamic stability, pain, comfort needs, and mental status.
• Interpret information accurately from various monitors.
• Describe the underlying pathophysiology of common disease processes.
• Describe physiology related to anesthesia techniques and surgical interventions.
• Apply scoring systems/discharge criteria (e.g., Aldrete Score, PARSAP, PADSS, White score) for patient transfer as per organizational policy.
• Develop and implement individualized perianesthesia care plans, including managing patient recovery from anesthesia, protecting from injury, communicating status, managing pain, administering medications safely, and maintaining patient safety and comfort.
• Evaluate patient progress and transfer care as needed.
• Provide accurate hand-off reports and delegate tasks according to legal and professional standards.
• Document care thoroughly, collaborate with disciplines, participate in quality improvement, and pursue professional growth.
• Act as a patient advocate, maintain confidentiality, and comply with policies.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
• Minimum one year of Preoperative or PACU experience.
• Medical/surgical nursing experience preferred.
• Current state nursing license in good standing.
• Current BLS/BCLS certification within 90 days of employment.
• ACLS certification within 90 days of employment.
• PALS certification required if pediatric care is included, within 90 days of employment.

USD $28.03/Hr. USD $40.00/Hr.