Registered Nurse (RN) - Pre/Post PACU Outpatient Center

UVA Health; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Certification support

Annual certification bonus

Job summary

UVA Health is seeking an experienced RN to deliver perioperative care in an expanding outpatient surgical network. You will support patients through preoperative readiness and post-anesthesia recovery while collaborating with anesthesia, surgeons, and interdisciplinary teams.

The role emphasizes safety, throughput, and exceptional patient outcomes, with a focus on work-life balance and professional growth. Flexible scheduling and a supportive governance model are offered.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a registered nursing program with active RN license.
• BSN preferred/completed within 5 years where required.
• Experience in perioperative or PACU nursing is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive perioperative nursing care across pre-op and PACU.
• Monitor patients in Phase I and II recovery in multiple sites.
• Coordinate with anesthesia, surgeons and care teams.
• Ensure safe discharge planning for outpatient procedures.
• Maintain high standards of patient experience and safety metrics.

Skills

PACU nursing

Outpatient care

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient education

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Tools

AHA CPR/ACLS

Job description

Job Description

Deliver high-quality perioperative care in a dynamic outpatient environment where efficiency, patient experience, and clinical excellence intersect. This role places you at the center of UVA Health’s expanding outpatient surgical network, supporting patients through critical pre- and post-anesthesia phases while working alongside highly specialized teams.

Deliver high-quality perioperative care in a dynamic outpatient environment where efficiency, patient experience, and clinical excellence intersect. This role places you at the center of UVA Health’s expanding outpatient surgical network, supporting patients through critical pre- and post-anesthesia phases while working alongside highly specialized teams.

Pre/Post PACU RN

You will practice at the top of your license across multiple outpatient surgical settings, gaining exposure to varied patient populations, procedural specialties, and care delivery models. This is an opportunity to build depth in perioperative nursing while enjoying a schedule designed to support work-life balance.

The Role

In this position, you will provide comprehensive nursing care for patients undergoing outpatient surgical procedures, managing both pre-operative readiness and post-anesthesia recovery across multiple sites. The environment is fast-paced, patient-centered, and highly collaborative, with a strong emphasis on safety, throughput, and exceptional patient outcomes.

Clinical Settings

You will work across three distinct outpatient centers, each offering unique clinical exposure:

• UVA Outpatient Surgery Center
  
  
  
  • Broad patient population spanning pediatrics through geriatrics
  
  
  • High-volume setting with 40–60 patients per day
  
  
  • Large-scale operation with Phase I and Phase II recovery rooms and bedded capacity
  
  
  
  

A Typical Day Includes

• Conducting pre-operative assessments, patient education, and care coordination


• Monitoring and managing patients in Phase I and Phase II PACU recovery


• Collaborating with anesthesia, surgeons, and interdisciplinary team members


• Ensuring safe discharge planning and patient readiness for outpatient recovery


• Maintaining high standards for patient experience, quality, and safety metrics

Additional Role Highlights

• No nights, weekends, or holidays


• Minimal call requirement with incentive pay


• Flexible scheduling options including 8-, 10-, or 12-hour shifts (varies by site)


• Participation in a shared governance model supporting nursing autonomy and professional practice

Why UVA Health

• Part of a world-class academic medical center with a Level I trauma center and nationally ranked specialty programs


• Magnet-recognized nursing program, reflecting the highest standards of nursing practice and patient care


• Access to advanced surgical technologies, including robotics and integrated “Smart OR” systems


• Strong emphasis on professional development, including certification support and continuing education opportunities


• Collaborative, team-based culture supported by nursing governance and mentorship structures

In Addition

• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.


• Tuition support available for BSN, MSN, and DNP advancement.


• Annual certification bonus and a supportive, professional work environment focused on growth.

In this role, you are not just supporting outpatient procedures, you are contributing to a system that is actively reshaping how perioperative care is delivered across a growing ambulatory network.

Why People Love Living In Charlottesville

Charlottesville offers a unique balance that is especially appealing to healthcare professionals seeking both career growth and lifestyle quality. Surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains, the area provides easy access to hiking, outdoor recreation, and scenic beauty, while maintaining a vibrant cultural scene with award-winning restaurants, live music, and a thriving arts community. The city blends the energy of a university town with the charm of a close-knit community, offering diverse neighborhoods, excellent schools, and a pace of life that supports both personal and professional fulfillment.

Minimum Requirements

Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program required. Bachelor of Science in Nursing required within 5 years of hire.

Experience: 1 year of relevant experience.

Licensure: Licensed to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently traveling, bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

The pay range for this role is $39.90 - $53.00 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance


• Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings


• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts


• Certification and education support


• Generous Paid Time Off

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children’s hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.