RN - Registered Nurse - Pre-Op/PACU/Recovery Care - Full Time

Careers With Purpose
As one of the largest not-for-profit health systems in the United States, Sanford Health is always looking to innovate and grow. Grow with us by joining our team of over 18,000 nurses. Our workplace culture focuses on treating patients and co-workers like family. You’ll work with people who value your advancement and help you find your niche.

Facility: Surgical Tower
Location: Sioux Falls, SD
Address: 1500 W 22nd St, Sioux Falls, SD 57105, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Varied Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 36.00
Salary Range: $32.00 - $48.00
Pay Info: Sign-on Bonus available for eligible applicants!
Department Details
Location: Sioux Falls, SD
Unit Size: 81 Patient Rooms/Bays
Care Model: Pre-op, Phase I & Phase II Post-op Recovery
Overview
Our PreOp/PACU/Recovery Care Unit is a dynamic environment that supports patients through the full perioperative journey. With 81 patient rooms, we provide comprehensive care during the pre-operative phase, Phase I critical recovery, and Phase II discharge preparation.
Patient Population & Services
We care for a diverse patient population undergoing a wide range of procedures, including:
-Surgical Specialties: Orthopedic, ENT, General Surgery, Neurosurgery, GYN, and more
-Gastrointestinal Procedures
-Cardiac Catheterization Lab Procedures
-Radiology-Guided Interventions
Team Role & Responsibilities
Our nurses and staff play a vital role in:
-Preparing patients for anesthesia and procedures.
-Providing vigilant monitoring and support during Phase I recovery—a critical and vulnerable time for patients.
-Delivering compassionate care during Phase II recovery, ensuring patients are stable, educated, and ready for discharge.
-Collaborating across specialties to ensure seamless transitions and optimal outcomes.
Job Summary
We’re looking for positive, compassionate, hardworking registered nurses (RN) who can provide the high-quality care patients and families have come to expect from us. In our fast-paced work environment, the registered nurses who thrive are adaptable, great communicators, detail-oriented and have excellent time management skills. Because innovation impacts everything we do, our nursing team is full of critical thinkers who aren’t afraid to ask tough questions. Whether you’re a newly graduated registered nurse or have years of experience as an RN, we want someone willing to work closely with our nursing leaders to advance the organization. We take pride in giving you the necessary skills and tools to succeed in your goals throughout your career.
Responsibilities
* Plans and coordinates patient care, assessment, education, triage and various other nursing interventions
* Collaborates with colleagues, including physicians, to plan, implement and evaluate care
* Empathetically cares for patients during all stages of preventive services, health maintenance, diagnosis, treatment and follow-up along the continuum of care
* Demonstrates competency and uses comprehensive nursing expertise
Qualifications
Graduate from an accredited nursing program required, including, but not limited to, American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), and National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA). Bachelor’s Degree in nursing preferred.
Currently holds an unencumbered RN license with the State Board of Nursing where the practice of nursing is occurring and/or possess multistate licensure if in a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.
Benefits
Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit .
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call or send an email to .
Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
Req Number: R-
Job Function: Nursing
Featured: No