Registered Nurse - PeriOp

We seek a full-time PERIOP Registered Nurse to deliver comprehensive patient care and perform critical administrative functions including accurate patient identification, meticulous medical record documentation, and proactive patient assessment. Responsibilities include managing pre-op, PACU Phase I, and PACU Phase II areas, adhering to provider orders, and facilitating effective communication among multidisciplinary teams. Additionally, the role involves patient education and participation in quality improvement initiatives to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Ideal candidates will demonstrate self-motivation, a strong work ethic, acute technical skills, and a willingness to adapt to new technologies and processes. We seek candidates with exceptional interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with patients, caregivers, and healthcare teams and maintaining integrity in all aspects of their work. The role requires the ability to pivot and refocus in a fast-paced environment, leveraging self-awareness to optimize resource utilization and operational efficiency.

ABOUT THE PERIOP UNIT

Our 1:2 Nurse-to-patient ratio sets the stage to provide top-notch excellent care for our patients and their caregivers. The PERIOP unit averages sixty patients daily and delights in caring for each individual's healthcare needs from pediatrics to mature adults. Periop team members are versatile and care for patients in all phases of their surgical experience, including pre-op, PACU Phase I, and PACU Phase II. As a technical resource, the staff is prepared to help with 'all hands on deck' at a moment's notice. With no day being the same as the next, the team relishes in change, and the unique challenges presented, and is satisfied knowing 100% is given every day. Progress is the theme in the unit in both caring for patients and operational excellence. Not only are ideas encouraged but they can be implemented with little time to spare. With the high demands of this team, work/life balance is critical to energizing our team members. Outside of taking care of our patients, our team members enjoy outdoor adventures, baking, and time with family and friends. Periop is a close-knit team with camaraderie that fosters a positive, healthy work environment. Join our team today!

SCHEDULE : MONDAY - FRIDAY! NO WEEKENDS. NO HOLIDAYS. NO ON-CALL.

SHIFT AVAILABLE AS OF 3/24/2026
Three 12-HOUR Shifts Per Week, with a set schedule of 7:00AM-7:30PM.

Please note. We no longer have the variable five 8-hour shift available.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Graduate of an accredited RN program required.
• Licensed in the State of South Dakota required or able to obtain upon hire.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification required; can be obtained upon hire.
• One plus year clinical experience preferred.

BENEFITS AND PERKS!

• Health (BCBS), Dental, and Vision Insurance - Eligible FIRST day of employment
• Substantial ANNUAL Discretionary Bonus
• Competitive Pay & PTO
• GENEROUS 401(k) Employer Match
• FREE DAILY Lunches
• Professional License Reimbursement
• ANNUAL Scrub Allowance
• Educational Assistance & Professional Growth Opportunities
• And MORE!

Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital is proud to be physician-owned and operated.

We are an EO employer - Minority/Female/Veteran/Disability.

For more info or questions contact HR: Email: View email address on click.appcast.io