PACU

Perioperative Nurse – Outpatient Surgery

Position Overview

Join the perioperative team in an outpatient surgery setting. You'll provide comprehensive pre-operative, intra-operative recovery, and post-operative care across a variety of surgical specialties in a fast-paced, Monday–Friday environment.

Shift & Schedule

• Hours: Day shifts, 5×8 hours per week (primarily 08:30–17:00)
• Schedule: Monday–Friday only; no weekends, holidays, or call
• Flexibility Required: Start times vary between 06:00–08:30 depending on daily unit assignments; you must be flexible to meet departmental needs
• Commitment: If scheduled for PACU, you are expected to remain and complete the day (no relief coverage)
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Start Date: ASAP

Clinical Scope

You'll work across preoperative assessment, Phase I and Phase II recovery, and discharge planning for patients undergoing general, orthopedic, urological, and other outpatient procedures. Patient populations include pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.

Required Skills & Certifications

• Current RN license (California; compact license required)
• ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications
• Minimum 1 year perioperative nursing experience
• Proficiency with: airway assessment, IV initiation, conscious sedation monitoring, end-tidal CO₂ monitoring, blood product administration, post-operative pain management, discharge instructions, and pre/post-operative protocols
• Experience with infusion therapy required

What We're Looking For

• Adaptability to variable start times and unit assignments
• Strong communication and patient education skills
• Ability to work independently in a busy ambulatory setting

References & Background

Two professional references covering the past year of experience required prior to start.