About this role
Professional Staff Nurse (RN) – PreOp / PACU
Surgery Center | Monday–Friday | No Weekends | No Holidays | No Call
Looking for work-life balance without sacrificing meaningful patient care?
Join our Surgery Center team as a Professional Staff Nurse – PreOp/PACU, where you’ll deliver high-quality, relationship-based care in a collaborative, fast-paced procedural environment — all while enjoying a predictable weekday schedule.
This is a Monday–Friday position with no call, no weekends, and no holidays.
About the Role
As a Professional Staff Nurse in our Surgery Center, you will provide expert nursing care to patients throughout their surgical journey — from pre-operative preparation to post-anesthesia recovery.
You’ll practice with autonomy, accountability, and strong interdisciplinary collaboration while creating a safe, compassionate, and efficient patient experience.
Schedule Details
Monday–Friday
No weekends
No holidays
No call
Staggered shifts based on assignment:
PreOp start time: 5:30 AM
PACU start times: 7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, or 9:00 AM
PACU nurses remain later to recover patients
This structure supports team collaboration while maintaining excellent patient flow and recovery care.
What You’ll Do
Deliver Exceptional Surgical Care
Prepare patients for surgery, ensuring safety, readiness, and education
Provide skilled monitoring and recovery care in PACU
Apply the nursing process within a Relationship-Based Care model
Develop individualized, holistic care plans in partnership with patients and families
Demonstrate strong clinical judgment in assessing clinical, safety, psychological, and discharge needs
Ensure thorough documentation that promotes seamless communication
Lead & Collaborate
Serve as a highly engaged partner on the interdisciplinary surgical team
Communicate effectively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and colleagues
Support students, new nurses, and peers — serving as a preceptor when applicable
Contribute to shared governance and unit-based goals
Drive Quality & Professional Growth
Participate in quality improvement initiatives
Incorporate evidence-based practice into clinical decision-making
Take accountability for ongoing professional development
Adapt confidently in a dynamic procedural environment
Qualifications
BSN preferred
0–2 years of RN experience (Surgical, PreOp, PACU, or acute care experience preferred)
Strong critical thinking and clinical decision-making skills
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced procedural setting
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Ability to provide age-appropriate care across the lifespan
Licensure & Certifications
Current RN license (state of practice or multistate compact license)
BLS/CPR (AHA-compliant) within 30 days of hire
National certification (ST Health-approved) preferred
Required clearances: Act 33, Act 34, Act 73 FBI
ACLS, BLS, PALS
Why Join Our Surgery Center?
✔ Predictable weekday schedule
✔ No holidays, weekends, or call
✔ Supportive, collaborative team environment
✔ Opportunity to practice autonomously
✔ Commitment to patient-centered, high-quality care
Here, nursing is more than a job — it’s leadership, partnership, and purpose in action.
Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary from the career ladder, based on their individual experience and education
ST Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.
Pay range
$38.25–$45.04 / hr
Set by education and experience. Shift differentials are paid on top.
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# Professional Staff Nurse, PreOp / PACU- South Surgery Center
- Location: Bethel Park, PA (On-site)
- Employment type: Full-Time
- Category: Nursing
- Shift: Day Job
- Business unit: ST Health Presbyterian
- Pay: $38.25–$45.04 / hr
- Organization: SFX Demo
- Posted: 2026-02-23T17:00:17.98Z
## Description
#### Professional Staff Nurse (RN) – PreOp / PACU
**Surgery Center | Monday–Friday | No Weekends | No Holidays | No Call**
…Shift and schedule
Shift
Day Job
Hours
Full-Time
Workplace
On-site
Benefits
Benefits from day one
Day-one health coverage
Medical, dental and vision start your first day — no waiting period, full- and part-time.
Tuition & certifications
Up to $5,250/yr tuition support plus paid certification renewals and exam fees.
Retirement with match
403(b) with employer match and immediate vesting on your contributions.
PTO & wellbeing days
Generous paid time off, paid parental leave, and dedicated wellbeing days.
Ladders & residencies
Nurse residency, allied apprenticeships, and defined advancement ladders in every area.
Family support
Childcare discounts, caregiver leave, and flexible scheduling that respects your life.
Stories
From people in this role

I started at the bedside. Pepper grew me into leadership — a residency year, tuition support, and a manager who asked "what's next for you?" every single year.
Career progression
Where this role can lead
New-grad RN / Residency
Staff RN — specialty certified
Charge / Clinical Resource RN
Nurse Manager or CNS / NP track
Director of Nursing
FAQ
Questions people ask about this role
About this roleCan I self-schedule?
Most inpatient units use self-scheduling in 4-week blocks, with weekend and holiday rotations shared equitably across the team.
About this roleDo you pay for certifications?
Specialty certification exams, renewals and review courses are covered — and certified nurses earn a differential.
About this roleIs there a nurse residency program?
Yes — a 12-month, accredited residency for new-grad RNs with dedicated preceptors, simulation labs and a cohort that starts together.
About this roleWhat support exists at the bedside?
Clinical resource nurses on every shift, a no-lift equipment program, and unit councils where staff nurses drive practice changes.
Application process
What happens after you apply
Apply
Two minutes with Apply Start — resume autofill does the rest.
Recruiter screen
A real person reviews every application and reaches out.
Interviews
Meet your manager and the team — virtual or on-site, your pick.
Offer
Transparent pay, benefits walkthrough, and time to decide.
Welcome
Paid onboarding, a peer buddy, and your 90-day growth plan.
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