Ambulatory Services RN II, Preop/PACU
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
How this pay compares
This posting states $86.27–$120.77 an hour. Open PACU nurse jobs in California post a median of $65.74 an hour, the middle half $59.44–$81.77, across 46 jobs that state their pay, so this one is above the middle half of what they post. PACU nurses employed in California earn a median of $67.44 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).
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About the job
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Organization
PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation CAD
Position Overview
Accountable for the assessment, planning, treatment and evaluation during the pre operative, intra operative and post operative phases of nursing care. Assists the physician during surgery and procedures by functioning in the circulating role. Develops, implements, manages/coordinates an optimal interdisciplinary plan of care that incorporates psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, economic, and life-style factors. Fosters and maintains collaborative relationships between patients, their family/support group, physicians, and other healthcare providers through timely and effective communications. Adheres to polices, industry standards, best practices, and applicable laws/regulations and codes to promote a quality, highly reliable patient experience. Engages in continuous growth and development in professional nursing practice.
Job Description
EDUCATION
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE
- RN-Registered Nurse of California
- BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
- ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support Healthcare Provider
- PALS-Pediatric Advanced Life Support Healthcare Provider
TYPICAL EXPERIENCE
- Two years recent relevant experience
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
- Demonstrated general knowledge and competence with regards to nursing theories, concepts and practices; medical terminology; anatomy; and physiology
- Working knowledge of the healthcare industry, safety precaution policies, best practices regarding patient care and privacy, and changes in local/state/federal regulations
- Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people
- Basic knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Outlook), Electronic Health Record
- Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines
- Work independently, as well as being part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions
- Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options
- Ensure the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI)
- Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives
Job Shift
Days
Schedule
Part Time
Shift Hours
8
Days of the Week
Variable
Weekend Requirements
As Needed
Benefits
Yes
Unions
No
Position Status
Non-Exempt
Weekly Hours
24
Employee Status
Regular
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $86.27 to $120.77 / hour
The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
From Sutter Health's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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Sutter Health is a not-for-profit integrated health system with more than 20 (source: Sutter Health, Sutter Health overview, opens in a new tab) hospitals, 600+ (source: Sutter Health, Sutter Health overview, opens in a new tab) care locations and 57,000+ (source: Sutter Health, Divisions at Sutter Health, opens in a new tab) employees serving Northern California and the Central Coast. Sources: Sutter Health, Sutter Health overview; Sutter Health, Divisions at Sutter Health
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