RN SHORT STAY SURGERY FULL TIME DAYS
About The Position
The Pre-Op / Phase II Recovery / PAT Registered Nurse provides comprehensive nursing care to patients undergoing surgical, endoscopic, interventional, and diagnostic procedures. The RN prepares patients for procedures in the Pre-Op setting, recovers appropriate patients in Phase II following anesthesia or procedural sedation, and supports Pre-Admission Testing activities as needed to help ensure patient readiness and efficient patient flow. The role works as part of a multidisciplinary perioperative team to support safe, timely, and patient-centered care across the continuum.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required.
- Minimum of 1–3 years of acute care nursing experience required.
- Experience in Pre-Op, PACU, or Same-Day Surgery required.
- Strong assessment and critical-thinking skills.
- Ability to prioritize care in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and patient education skills.
- Competency in IV therapy and medication administration.
- Knowledge of post-anesthesia and post-sedation recovery principles.
- Ability to adapt to changing clinical and operational needs.
- Professional, calm, and patient-focused demeanor.
- Current, unrestricted Florida Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients undergoing surgical, endoscopic, interventional, and diagnostic procedures.
- Prepare patients for procedures in the Pre-Op setting.
- Recover appropriate patients in Phase II following anesthesia or procedural sedation.
- Support Pre-Admission Testing activities as needed to ensure patient readiness and efficient patient flow.
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary perioperative team to support safe, timely, and patient-centered care.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation.
- Generous paid time off.
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Discounted stock plan.
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program.
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
