Implement physician orders and ensure continuity of nursing care
Evaluate patient conditions continuously for safety and comfort
Assist physicians in procedure rooms with tasks and conscious sedation
Provide comprehensive care for patients emerging from anesthesia
Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient and family discharge preparations
Maintain patient privacy and comfort at all times
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
Paid time off (vacation & sick leave)
401(k) retirement plan
Paid holidays
Health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts
Employee Assistance Program and discount program
Voluntary benefits including pet insurance and legal insurance
Full Job Description
South Denver Surgery Center is hiring a FT Preop/Pacu RN to join our team!
*M-F daytime hours. No weekends, nights, calls, or holidays.
Preop/PACU Registered Nurse at South Denver Surgery Center:
Under the direct supervision of the Pre-Op/PACU manager, the PACU nurse is responsible for implementing all physician orders, providing for the continuity and quality of nursing care for all patients, with continual evaluation of the patients'' condition, providing patient safety, comfort, and privacy at all time. At times, assist the physicians in the procedure rooms with various tasks, conscious sedation and utilizing sterile technique as deemed appropriate. Responsible for providing total comprehensive patient care to patients emerging from general anesthesia and/or sedation. Responsible for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the patient and family in preparation for discharge.
Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Current CO Registered Nurse License
Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
ASC experience a plus
Experience in PACU / ICU required
Good communication and human relations skills
Ability to organize and follow through on own initiative.
Thorough knowledge of all phases of perioperative process including knowledge of surgical procedures and anesthesia implications.
What We Offer
Benefits
USPI offers the following benefits, subject to employment status:
Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
Paid time off (vacation & sick leave)
401(k) retirement plan
Paid holidays
Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
Employee Assistance Program, Employee discount program
Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder & childcare, AD&D, auto & home insurance
Hourly Range: $38- $57(based on experience)
Job Posted 11/2/2026 and will remain open for 2 weeks
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About United Surgical Partners International, Inc
United Surgical Partners International, Inc. (USPI) is a healthcare services company that operates surgical facilities and provides ancillary services to hospitals and other healthcare providers. The company was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Addison, Texas. USPI's facilities offer a range of surgical services, including orthopedics, neurosurgery, and gastroenterology. The company also provides management and consulting services to healthcare providers. USPI operates over 400 facilities across the United States and the United Kingdom.
