Pre/Post RN, Ambulatory Surgery Center

Join our new Ambulatory Surgery Center and provide high-quality, patient-centered care that supports patients through their surgical journey,from pre-operative preparation to post-anesthesia recovery and discharge.

As a Pre/Post RN, you will be part of the Advocate Health Nursing Professional Governance community, delivering evidence-based, compassionate care and collaborating across interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe and exceptional patient experiences.

This role is ideal for a dynamic and detail-oriented nurse who thrives in a fast-paced ambulatory environment and values teamwork, communication, and professional growth.

Essential Functions

• Engages in unit councils, shared governance activities, and quality initiatives to improve processes and support evidence-based practice.

• Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care in both pre-op and post-op environments.

• Educates and supports patients and families through the peri-operative experience to ensure understanding, safety, and comfort.

• Monitors patient conditions, identifies changes, adjusts care plans, and collaborates with the care team to influence outcomes.

• Upholds and advocates for a strong culture of safety for patients, families, and staff.

• Continuously evaluates patient, team, and unit outcomes and takes action to improve quality of care.

• Administers medications, treatments, and therapies safely and according to ASC protocols and professional standards.

• Demonstrates strong communication skills, conflict resolution, and the ability to delegate appropriately within scope and policy.

• Pursues ongoing professional development and maintains required certifications and competencies.

• Adheres to the ANA Code of Ethics and demonstrates ethical practice, respect for all disciplines, and a commitment to unbiased, patient-centered care.

• Maintains accurate, timely, and legally compliant EHR documentation.

• Floats between ASC areas (pre-op, PACU, Phase II recovery) or to other designated care areas as needed.

• Provides age-appropriate and developmentally appropriate care based on established department standards.

Minimum Job Requirements

Education

• Graduate of a Board of Nursing–approved nursing education program.

Licensure & Certifications

• Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license,multi-state compact or single-state license with privileges to practice where patient care is delivered.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

• Additional specialty certifications (e.g., ACLS, PALS) may be required based on departmental needs.

Experience

• Typically requires 1 year of clinical nursing experience.

• Ambulatory surgery, PACU, or peri-anesthesia experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills.

• Effective prioritization, time management, and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced ASC environment.

• Proficiency using electronic health records and digital clinical platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Shift Details

• Monday–Friday schedule aligned with ASC operating hours

• No weekends

• No holidays