Careers at USPI
Treating patients like family
Registered Nurse PreOp PACU PRN
Overview
Registered Nurse PreOp PACU PRNs are an integral part of the surgical team, providing essential nursing care to patients during surgical cases. Their role requires a high level of accuracy and professionalism in a fast-paced surgical environment. Registered Nurse PreOp PACU PRNs are responsible for ensuring that patients receive the highest standard of care during surgery. Their ability to maintain a professional approach while providing nursing care is critical in ensuring positive patient outcomes while keeping patients and their families informed. Will work directly with surgeons, medical/surgical staff and post-acute caregivers to create comprehensive patient care from pre- to post-op. If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding career in nursing, with a great work/life balance, consider a career with USPI.
Success Profile
What makes a successful Registered Nurse PreOp PACU PRNat our location? Check out the top traits we’re looking for and see if you have the right mix.
- Flexibility
- Attention to Detail
- Compassion
- Emotional Stability
- Adaptability
- Strong Clinical Judgment

Culture
Our mission is to treat each and every one of our patients, and their families, as if they were our own family member. Each patient, each family, each and every time.
- Working with compassion and respect for others and each other, supporting our communities and advocating for our patients
- Acting with integrity and the highest ethical standards – always
- Delivering results through accountability and transparency
- Embracing inclusiveness for all people in our workplace and in the communities we serve
Career Path
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Nurse Manager leads to Job Title 2
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Clinical Director (CNO) leads to Job Title 3 or Job Title 4
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Administrator (CEO) leads to Job Title 5
Benefits
Providing a comprehensive benefits package is paramount, as we not only take care of our communities but also foster an environment of support for one another.
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Work/Life Balance
Most of our ASC's offer daytime schedules, with no weekends and nights, and no call. (Schedules vary at our surgical centers.)
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Learning and Education
Employees have access to thousands of free online courses to further their education at their own schedule.
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Leadership and Executive Development
Whether a clinician is interested in advancing to a leadership position or a business office staff member aspires to be a hospital CFO, various programs are available.
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Coaching and Mentorship
We are committed to devoting energy and attention to grow our team members and create a lasting impact on our care. By coaching, challenging and further developing our best and brightest team members, we foster an environment to build long-term sustainable growth for our organization.
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Military and Veterans Support
Our values of working efficiently and uniting for a higher purpose align well with those of our military and veteran community. We would love to assist you with skill and experience equivalency mapping to ease your transition into a successful civilian career.
Responsibilities
PRN Pre-Op/PACU Registered Nurse (RN)
Physician's Surgery Center of Knoxville is seeking a dedicated and compassionate PRN Pre-Op/PACU Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team. As a multispecialty surgery center committed to providing exceptional patient care, we prioritize a work-life balance that values our team members’ time and wellbeing.
Position Highlights:
- Flexible Schedule: Enjoy a PRN role that allows for a healthy work-life balance.
- No Weekends, Holidays, or On-Call Shifts Required: Spend more time with family and enjoy your personal time free from work obligations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare patients for surgery in the Pre-Op area, ensuring they are informed, comfortable, and prepared.
- Monitor and assess patients in the PACU (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit) following surgery, providing compassionate care as they recover from anesthesia.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including physicians and other healthcare providers, to deliver seamless, patient-centered care.
- Document patient assessments, interventions, and responses accurately and in a timely manner.
- Follow all infection control and safety protocols to maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.
Why Join Physician's Surgery Center of Knoxville?
- Work in a collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Benefit from a schedule with no weekend, holiday, or on-call commitments.
- Gain experience in a modern, well-equipped multispecialty surgery center focused on high-quality patient care.
If you are a skilled RN with a passion for patient-centered care and are seeking flexibility without sacrificing professional fulfillment, we would love to hear from you.
Apply Today!
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Required Skills:
- Current RN license in the state of Tennessee.
- Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in Pre-Op or PACU nursing preferred; experience in a surgical or outpatient setting is highly desirable.
- BLS and ACLS certifications (or willingness to obtain).
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on patient comfort and satisfaction.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
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