RN - PTU/PACU, Santa Monica Surgery Center

University of California - Los Angeles Health; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California - Los Angeles Health is seeking a PACU RN to deliver high-quality preoperative and postoperative nursing care in the Santa Monica center. The role emphasizes comprehensive patient assessments, anesthesia recovery monitoring and education for patients and families.

Ideal candidates hold a California RN license with a BSN or MSN, at least 2 years in PACU/critical care, and current BLS/ACLS; PALS within 6 months is required.

Qualifications

• California RN license must be current.
• BSN or MSN required.
• Minimum 2 years of PACU/critical care RN experience.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required; PALS within 6 months of hire.
• Ability to perform comprehensive patient assessments and care planning.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive preoperative and postoperative care for surgical patients.
• Perform patient assessments and prepare patients for procedures.
• Monitor recovery from anesthesia and manage pain and complications.
• Administer medications and educate patients and families.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers and the care team to ensure safe, efficient care.

Skills

Critical thinking

Patient assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication

Education

California RN license

BSN or MSN

Tools

BLS/ACLS

Job description

Description

Become a key member of a world-class health organization. Contribute to the delivery of Magnet designated nursing excellence. Take your career to the next level.Ucando all this and more at UCLA Health.

In this exciting and rewarding position, you will provide exceptional nursing care for our patients at the Outpatient Surgery Center in Santa Monica PTU and PACU.The PTU/PACU RN provides comprehensive preoperative and postoperative care for patients undergoing surgical and invasive procedures.Responsibilities include performing patient assessments, preparing patients for procedures, monitoring recovery from anesthesia, managing pain and postoperative complications, administering medications, and providing patient and family education.The RN collaborates with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and the interdisciplinary team to ensure safe, high-quality patient care and efficient patient flow.The role requires strong critical thinking, clinical assessment skills, and the ability to provide safe, compassionate care in a fast-paced perioperative environment.

Qualifications

*Please ensure your resume and application clearly specify the unit(s) you have worked on as part of your work experience*

We're seeking a highly skilled, self-motivated nursing professional with:

• Current valid California RN license required.


• BSN or MSN required.


• Minimum of 2 years of previous/recent RN experience in PACU or critical care unit.


• BLS, ACLS from American Red Cross or American Heart Association required. PALS within 6 months of hire.


• Skill in implementing appropriate nursing interventions on a consistent basis.


• Ability to perform historical, physical and behavioral patient assessments.


• Ability to push, pull, lift, up to 35 lbs.


• Ability to develop and implement and evaluate patient care plans activity involving patients, family and staff.