Registered Nurse Same Day Surgery Post Anesthesia

Intermountain Health

2d • $35 - $52 • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care of patients. The staff RN utilizes the nursing process by use of technology, therapeutic intervention, evidence-based practice and coordination of care with other health team members. Join a high‑performing Same Day Surgery and Post‑Anesthesia team at one of Utah’s premier medical centers. This role is ideal for nurses looking to settle into a vibrant area that offers both professional growth and an exceptional lifestyle. Benefits & Perks: Supportive, team‑based post‑anesthesia environment focused on safe, efficient recoveries Collaborative culture with strong interdisciplinary support Modern perioperative spaces designed for comfort, safety, and smooth workflows Opportunities for continued education and professional development Emphasis on work–life balance and caregiver well‑being Local Attractions Within 5 Minutes: Nearby walking paths and green spaces for fresh air and quick breaks Local cafés and dining options offering convenient, diverse meals Fitness centers and wellness studios supporting an active lifestyle Everyday shopping and essential services close to campus Grow your post‑anesthesia nursing career while enjoying beautiful surroundings, welcoming communities, and all the lifestyle advantages Utah has to offer. Schedule: 36 hours per week Two 10‑hour shifts: 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM Two 8‑hour shifts: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM Eye call required once every other month on a weekend

Requirements

• Patient Care Delivery
• Nursing Fundamentals
• Interdisciplinary Teams
• Documentations
• Professional Etiquette
• Accountability
• Patient Care Coordination
• Communication
• Patient Evaluation
• Critical Thinking
• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in state of practice. Valid compact licenses must be transferred to the state of practice within 60 days of the start of employment.
• RNs with less than 12 months of experience must obtain their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) within four (4) years of their hire date.
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN). Education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Degree will be verified.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is required as of the job description's last update on 4/27/2025. Employees hired or promoted prior to this date will be held to the minimum requirements that were in place at the time of their promotion or hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess: Performs appropriate assessment of physical, social, and psychological status (including cognitive, communicative, and developmental skills as appropriate). Seeks and evaluates information acquired from other members of interdisciplinary team: patient, family, physician, non-nursing disciplines, support staff, others.
• Plan: Uses assessment information and critical thinking skills to collaboratively develop individualized plan of care. Actively seeks patient, family, team, and physician involvement to develop plan of care including needed education. Collaboratively plans and prepares patients for further support needs once the current episode of care outcomes are met (i.e., teaching, referrals, and follow-up).
• Implement: Directs the interdisciplinary care team via delegation, coordination, and collaboration as appropriate. Provides or delegates care consistent with plan of care, guidelines of care and professional licensure provisions. Demonstrates the ability to set priorities and to coordinate and organize patient care delivery through effectively managing time, supplies, and resources.
• Evaluate: Evaluates patient response to interventions through review of achievement of goals, clinical outcomes, patient, and family satisfaction. Revises plan of care as indicated and reassesses changes as appropriate.
• Professionalism: Promotes nursing profession and participate in development of others. Integrates legal and ethical standards into practice, complies with regulatory standards, practices within scope of licensure, provides accurate & timely documentation, and understands legal implications of care delivery.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees