Overview At SCA Health, we believe health care is about people - the patients we serve, the physicians we support and the teammates who push us forward. Behind every successful facility, procedure or innovation is a team of 15,000+ professionals working together, learning from each other and living out the mission, vision and values that define our organization. As part of Optum, SCA Health is redefining specialty care by developing more accessible, patient-centered practice solutions for a network of more than 370 ambulatory surgical centers, over 400 specialty physician practice clinics and numerous labs and surgical hospitals. Our work spans a broad spectrum of services, all designed to support physicians, health systems and employers in delivering efficient, value-based care to patients without compromising quality or autonomy. What sets SCA Health apart isn't just what we do, it's how we do it . Each decision we make is rooted in seven core values : Clinical quality Integrity Service excellence Teamwork Accountability Continuous improvement Inclusion Our values aren't empty words - they inform our attitudes, actions and culture. At SCA Health, your work directly impacts patients, physicians and communities. Here, you'll find opportunities to build your career alongside a team that values your expertise, invests in your success, and shares a common mission to care for patients, serve physicians and improve health care in America. At SCA Health, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k plan with company match, paid time off, life and disability insurance, and more. Please visit, https://careers.sca.health/why-sca, to learn more about our benefits. Your ideas should inspire change. If you join our team, they will . Responsibilities Registered Nurse (RN) - Pre-Assessment Testing Join Our Team We are seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented Registered Nurse (RN) - Pre-Assessment Testing to join our perioperative team. In this role, you will play a critical part in preparing patients for surgical and procedural interventions by conducting comprehensive pre-operative assessments, coordinating care, and ensuring patients are optimized for safe surgical outcomes. As a valued member of our team, you will support and promote our organization's mission, vision, and values while serving as a patient advocate throughout the preoperative continuum of care. Key Responsibilities Patient Assessment & Care Coordination Conduct comprehensive pre-operative patient assessments and interviews. Review medical histories, surgical plans, and anesthesia protocols. Evaluate preoperative testing and communicate abnormal or incomplete results to physicians. Serve as the primary point of contact for patient screening, referrals, and surgical clearances. Develop individualized perianesthesia plans of care. Patient Education & Advocacy Educate patients regarding: Surgical preparation Medication management Pain management expectations Wound care and recovery Nutritional and psychosocial considerations Provide guidance on medications to take or hold on the day of surgery. Advocate for patient rights, safety, privacy, and dignity. Engage patients and support persons in care planning and decision-making. Clinical Excellence & Safety Administer medications safely utilizing the 8 Rights of Medication Administration. Implement infection prevention measures and standard precautions. Monitor and manage patient co-morbidities as appropriate. Maintain wound integrity and tissue perfusion. Ensure compliance with Universal Protocol, site verification, and time-out procedures. Demonstrate safe operation of clinical equipment and report unsafe conditions promptly. Collaboration & Documentation Communicate patient status effectively across the perioperative continuum. Deliver accurate and concise handoff reports. Collaborate with physicians, anesthesia providers, and multidisciplinary care teams. Complete all documentation accurately and timely. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and performance reviews . Qualifications Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing. One year of pre-op, PACU , and/or medical / surgical nursing experience required. Current state licensure to practice within good standings. Successful completion of Basic Life Support (BLS) or Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) within 90 days of employment or documentation of current

BLS/BCLS

certification. Successful completion of Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Course within 90 days of employment or documentation of current ACLS certification. Successful completion of Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) course is required when pediatric care is included in the facility scope services within 90 days of employment or documentation of current PALS certification. Specialty certification in Perioperative or perianesthesia Nursing is preferred. USD $30.00/Hr. USD $50.00/Hr.

Qualifications:

Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing. One year of pre-op, PACU , and/or medical / surgical nursing experience required. Current state licensure to practice within good standings. Successful completion of Basic Life Support (BLS) or Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) within 90 days of employment or documentation of current

BLS/BCLS

certification. Successful completion of Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Course within 90 days of employment or documentation of current ACLS certification. Successful completion of Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) course is required when pediatric care is included in the facility scope services within 90 days of employment or documentation of current PALS certification. Specialty certification in Perioperative or perianesthesia Nursing is preferred.