PreOp​/PACU Registered Nurse

Position Title: Pre Op/PACU Registered Nurse

Classification: Non-Exempt

Reports To: PPR Manager/Director of Nursing/Clinical Director

Location: East Bay Surgery Center, Swansea, MA

Job Type: Full-Time 30 Hours/Week

Pay Range: $35.00 - $50.00 per hour

East Bay Surgery Center, LLC, is a single specialty surgery center specializing in Ophthalmic Surgery with accreditation by AAAHC. Quality service and patient safety are the highest priorities at East Bay Surgery Center. The goal of each and every staff member is to provide our patients with a high quality, comfortable, and relaxing visit. East Bay Surgery Center is proud to offer high-quality care to all patients.

We are currently seeking a full-time Pre Op/PACU Registered Nurse to join our busy center.

• No Weekends
• No Holidays
• Competitive Salary
• Generous PTO
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance

The Pre-Op/PACU Registered Nurse is responsible for providing safe, compassionate, and efficient nursing care to patients undergoing surgical procedures in an ambulatory surgery center. This role includes preparing patients for surgery in the preoperative phase, and monitoring, stabilizing, and supporting patients through the post‑anesthesia recovery phase. The nurse collaborates with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and interdisciplinary staff to ensure optimal patient outcomes and a positive surgical experience.

The nurse will use the nursing process as a framework to guide the delivery of high quality, individualized care to patients and their families. This process involves assessing patient needs, creating appropriate nursing diagnoses, planning interventions, implementing care, and evaluating outcomes to tailor care to each patient.

• Perform patient assessments, including health history, vital signs, allergies, and medication reconciliation.
• Confirm informed consent, surgical site verification, and preoperative orders.
• Start IVs, administer prescribed medications, and initiate pre‑op protocols.
• Provide education and reassurance to patients and families regarding procedures and post‑op care.
• Ensure compliance with infection prevention, patient safety, and regulatory standards.
• Perform pre‑operative phone calls to patients as needed.
• Receive handoff from anesthesia provider and monitor patients recovering from anesthesia.
• Assess airway, breathing, circulation, consciousness level, and pain.
• Administer medications for pain management, nausea, and other post‑op needs per provider orders.
• Monitor for adverse reactions or complications, intervening promptly when necessary.
• Provide clear and thorough discharge instructions to patients and caregivers.
• Document all assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately.

• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete medical records.
• Collaborate with the surgical and anesthesia teams to coordinate patient care.
• Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and infection control initiatives.
• Uphold ASC policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements (CMS, AAAHC, The Joint Commission, etc.).

• Education:
  
  Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.
• Licensure:
  Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice required.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum of one year of critical care, emergency room, PACU, or pre‑op nursing experience required; ambulatory surgery experience preferred.
• Certifications:
  
  Current ACLS required; if not held at hire, must be obtained within three months of start date. PALS may be required based on patient population. CPAN or CAPA preferred.
• Physical Requirements:
  
  Ability to stand and move for extended periods; assist in patient positioning, transfers, and lifting as needed; visual and auditory acuity for monitoring and equipment operation; potential exposure to blood borne pathogens and anesthetic agents with appropriate protective equipment.
• Core Competencies:
  
  Patient‑Centered Care & Compassion;
  Critical Thinking & Clinical Decision Making;
  Adaptability in Fast‑Paced Environment;
  Attention to Detail & Safety.

This job posting is not meant to be all inclusive but to provide an overview of the job responsibilities.

Disclaimer:
Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market/business considerations, and geographic location.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.