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As a Same Day Surgery Nurse, your voice to influence patient care is valued and empowered at every turn -whether through open, collaborative relationships with your direct manager or more formal ...

The Same Day Surgery RN uses critical thinking skills, professional judgment and leadership to anticipate, plan, direct and evaluate the care of the patients provided by a team of ancillary personnel.

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Same Day Surgery Nurse

Chicago, IL · On-site

$30 - $45/hr

The Same Day Surgery RN uses critical thinking skills, professional judgment and leadership to anticipate, plan, direct and evaluate the care of the patients provided by a team of ancillary personnel.

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How much do day surgery nurse jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for day surgery nurse in the United States is $45.47, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35.82 and $48.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a day surgery nurse?

Day Surgery Nurses are registered nurses who specialize in caring for patients undergoing surgical procedures that do not require an overnight hospital stay. They are responsible for preparing patients for surgery, assisting during procedures, and providing postoperative care and education to ensure a safe recovery at home. Day Surgery Nurses play a crucial role in monitoring patients for complications and supporting both patients and their families throughout the surgical process.

What does a day surgery nurse do?

Day surgery nurses assist surgeons and other health care professionals with outpatient surgery procedures. They typically work in hospitals or outpatient surgery centers. Their job duties include setting up IVs, monitoring patients before and after surgery, and providing advice on home care after the patients are discharged. Because there is a rapid turnover of patients, day surgery nurses need to be able to adapt quickly and attend to the needs of each patient. To become a day surgery nurse, you need to have a bachelor’s in nursing and be a registered nurse. You may also be required to take specialized courses in ambulatory care.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a day surgery nurse, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Day Surgery Nurse, you need strong clinical skills in perioperative care, patient assessment, and post-anesthesia recovery, typically supported by an RN license and experience in surgical or ambulatory settings. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), surgical instrumentation, and medication administration systems is crucial. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and the ability to stay calm under pressure are standout soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure safe, efficient care and smooth patient transitions in the fast-paced environment of day surgery.

What are some common challenges faced by day surgery nurses, and how can they be managed?

Day Surgery Nurses often work in a fast-paced environment where multiple patients are admitted, treated, and discharged within a single day. Managing time effectively and maintaining clear communication with both patients and the surgical team are crucial, as nurses must ensure smooth transitions between pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative care. Handling patient anxiety, rapid patient turnover, and responding promptly to post-anesthesia needs are common challenges, but these can be managed through strong organizational skills, teamwork, and ongoing training in perioperative procedures.

What is the difference between Day Surgery Nurse vs Operating Room Nurse?

AspectDay Surgery NurseOperating Room Nurse
CredentialsRegistered Nurse (RN) with perioperative trainingRegistered Nurse (RN) with perioperative or surgical certification
Work EnvironmentAmbulatory surgery centers, outpatient clinicsHospitals, surgical theaters
Employer & IndustryOutpatient surgical facilities, clinicsHospitals, surgical units
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

Day Surgery Nurses and Operating Room Nurses both provide perioperative care, but Day Surgery Nurses typically work in outpatient settings focusing on same-day procedures, while Operating Room Nurses work in hospital surgical theaters preparing patients for longer surgeries. Both roles require RN credentials and perioperative training, but their work environments and patient care scope differ.

How much do day surgery nurses make?

Day surgery nurses typically earn between $60,000 and $80,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and certifications. Salaries can vary based on healthcare facility and whether the nurse works full-time or part-time, with some earning additional shift differentials or bonuses.

What cities are hiring for Day Surgery Nurse jobs?

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What states have the most Day Surgery Nurse jobs?

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Infographic showing various Day Surgery Nurse job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 26% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $94,573 per year, or $45.5 per hour.

Same Day Surgery Nurse

HCA Healthcare

Nashville, TN • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

As a Same Day Surgery Nurse, your voice to influence patient care is valued and empowered at every turn –whether through open, collaborative relationships with your direct manager or more formal opportunities through hospital councils and national nursing initiatives. You'll help shape decisions that elevate both patient outcomes and the future of nursing.

Job Summary and Qualifications

Position Details: 

  • Self/preferential scheduling posted four weeks in advance for you to have predictability in your schedule 
  • Culture of mutual respect and collaboration among all surgical staff 
  • Continuous investment in equipment including surgical instruments, devices and patient positioning for you to do your best work with patient safety and workflow efficiency in the Operating Room 
  • Rounding with unit leaders, including charge nurses, to ensure your voice is heard on suggestions for patient care and surgical workflow improvement 
  • On-call is required during select non-business hours 

What you will do in this role: 

  • Evaluate patients prior to surgery 
  • Provide patient and family education surrounding the procedure and peri-operative process
  • Assume responsibility for patient preparation, including intravenous therapy, preoperative medications, and surgical site verification 
  • Participate in surgical site verification, including briefing, time out, debriefing, and universal protocols, according to hospital policy 
  • Recognize and respond to patient emergencies 
  • Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care while managing evidence-based practices and continuous improvement initiatives 
  • Be an integral member of a dynamic interdisciplinary team – consisting of the provider(s), surgeons, surgical technologists and more 
  • Consistently apply the nursing process, critical thinking skills, scientific judgment, technical skills and leadership to independently deliver safe nursing care to patients
  • Assess patient condition, monitor throughout your shift, and document changes in patient condition along with the care provided thoroughly 
  • Educate patients and families/caregivers about the patient’s medical condition, treatment and follow-up measures 
What qualifications you will need:

    • (RN) Registered Nurse
    • Registered Nurse Diploma
    • Basic Cardiac Life Support, or BCLS Instructor must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
     
  • No Travel Required 
  • No experience Required Years of Experience
Benefits

TriStar Southern Hills Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
  • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
  • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
  • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
  • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
  • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

"Nurses are essential to the delivery of healthcare and serve as its foundation. At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to equipping nurses with the tools and resources they need to deliver exceptional patient care, championing the profession, and supporting the advancement of nursing’s future."

Erica Rossitto, MBA/HCM, BSN, RN, NEA-BC

Senior Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive

HCA Healthcare

A four-time Tennessean Top Workplace, TriStar Southern Hills is a recognized leader in healthcare, providing exceptional care across emergency services, cardiology, orthopedics, rehabilitation and more. Our rehabilitation program ranks among the top 50 in the nation, and TriStar Southern Hills is one of the few hospitals in Tennessee to earn a 4-star CMS rating. We are also an Accredited Chest Pain Center with PCI and a Primary Stroke Center. More than 300 board-certified physicians represent over 20 specialties—but what truly sets us apart is our people. Our highly engaged, tenured team creates an environment where new colleagues are supported from day one, with meaningful opportunities for clinical growth, leadership development and long-term career advancement.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

If this opportunity is your next step in your career path, we encourage you to apply for our Same Day Surgery Nurse opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing, apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.


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