RN - PTU/PACU, Santa Monica Surgery Center

Become a key member of a world-class health organization. Contribute to the delivery of Magnet® designated nursing excellence. Take your career to the next level. Ucan do all this and more at UCLA Health.

 In this exciting and rewarding position, you will provide exceptional nursing care for our patients at the Outpatient Surgery Center in Santa Monica PTU and PACU.  The PTU/PACU RN provides comprehensive preoperative and postoperative care for patients undergoing surgical and invasive procedures.  Responsibilities include performing patient assessments, preparing patients for procedures, monitoring recovery from anesthesia, managing pain and postoperative complications, administering medications, and providing patient and family education.  The RN collaborates with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and the interdisciplinary team to ensure safe, high-quality patient care and efficient patient flow.  The role requires strong critical thinking, clinical assessment skills, and the ability to provide safe, compassionate care in a fast-paced perioperative environment.