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RN/SDS PACU/Days Job Category: Registered Nurse Requisition Number: RNSDS001412 Posted: June 4, 2026 Part-Time On-site Sandpoint, ID 83864, USA Job Details Shift: Days 3 (10) hour days and ...

RN-SDS Full Time Day Req #: 0000250246 Category: Nurses Status: Full-Time Shift: Day Facility: Monmouth Medical Center - Southern Campus Department: Same Day Surgery Pay Range: $48.29 - $65.06 per ...

NJ RN License required * At least one year current SDS or Critical Care RN experience * BLS, ACLS & PALS (American Heart Association) Preferred: * BSN * Specialty Certification Scheduling ...

RN-SDS Full Time Day

Lakewood, NJ · On-site

$48.29 - $65.06/hr

NJ RN License required * At least one year current SDS or Critical Care RN experience * BLS, ACLS & PALS (American Heart Association) Preferred: * BSN * Specialty Certification Scheduling ...

NJ RN License required * At least one year current SDS or Critical Care RN experience * BLS, ACLS & PALS (American Heart Association) Preferred: * BSN * Specialty Certification Scheduling ...

RN-SDS Full Time Day

Lakewood, NJ · On-site

$46.90 - $63.97/hr

NJ RN License required * At least one year current SDS or Critical Care RN experience * BLS, ACLS & PALS (American Heart Association) Preferred: * BSN * Specialty Certification Scheduling ...

RN-SDS Full Time Day

Lakewood, NJ · On-site

$46.90 - $63.97/hr

NJ RN License required * At least one year current SDS or Critical Care RN experience * BLS, ACLS & PALS (American Heart Association) Preferred: * BSN * Specialty Certification Scheduling ...

PD RN-SDS Per Diem Day Req #: 0000231560 Category: Nurses Status: Per Diem Shift: Day Facility: Monmouth Medical Center - Southern Campus Department: Same Day Surgery Pay Range: $46.90 - $63.97 per ...

Registered Nurse - SDS/PACU

Stillwater, MN · On-site

$43.31 - $68.41/hr

As a Registered Nurse - SDS/PACU you will assess, plan, perform, document, and evaluate professional independent nursing practice at Lakeview Hospital; to provide work direction for and oversight of ...

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How much do rn sds jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for rn sds in the United States is $44.48, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33.65 and $51.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an RN SDS (Same Day Surgery Registered Nurse), and why are they important?

To thrive as an RN in Same Day Surgery, you need strong clinical assessment skills, knowledge of perioperative procedures, and a current RN license with BLS and ACLS certifications. Experience with surgical scheduling systems, electronic health records (EHRs), and patient monitoring equipment is often required. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and the ability to stay calm under pressure are essential soft skills. These qualifications ensure patient safety, efficient surgical workflows, and positive outcomes in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment.

What are some common challenges faced by RNs in Same Day Surgery (SDS) and how can they be managed?

RNs in Same Day Surgery often face challenges such as managing a fast-paced environment, coordinating care for multiple patients with quick turnovers, and ensuring thorough patient education before discharge. Effective time management, strong communication skills, and the ability to adapt quickly are essential to succeed in this role. Collaborating closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other team members helps streamline workflow and maintain patient safety throughout the perioperative process.

What is an RN SDS?

An RN SDS stands for Registered Nurse, Same Day Surgery. These nurses specialize in caring for patients who are undergoing surgical procedures that do not require an overnight hospital stay. Their responsibilities include preoperative patient assessment, preparing patients for surgery, monitoring during procedures, and providing postoperative care and education. RN SDS professionals play a crucial role in ensuring patient safety, comfort, and a smooth recovery process within a short timeframe.

What is the difference between Rn Sds vs Lpn?

AspectRn SdsLpn
Required CredentialsRegistered Nurse (RN) license, SDS certificationLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license, SDS certification
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, long-term care facilitiesLong-term care, outpatient clinics, home health
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, healthcare providersAssisted living, outpatient services
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for patient care rolesCompared for practical nursing duties

Both Rn Sds and Lpn roles involve patient care but differ mainly in education, scope of practice, and work settings. Rn Sds typically have a broader scope and work in more complex healthcare environments, while Lpn roles focus on basic patient care in outpatient or long-term care settings.

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Infographic showing various Rn Sds job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% As Needed, 57% Full Time, and 38% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,525 per year, or $44.5 per hour.
Registered Nurse SDS PRN

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago


HCA Florida Healthcare rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 461 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

663rd of 870 rated healthcare providers


Job description

As a Registered Nurse SDS PRN, 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:
    • Advanced Cardiac Life Spt must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
    • Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
    • PALS Pediatric Adv Life Supt must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
    • (APRN) Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, or (RN) Registered Nurse
    • Associate Degree, or Registered Nurse Diploma
    • 1 years' experience Required 
Benefits

HCA Florida Capital Hospital, 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

Learn more about Employee Benefits

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

HCA Florida Capital Hospital is your one-stop solution for all your healthcare needs. We are an accredited healthcare facility with over 1,400 skilled employees and 500+ experienced providers. Our 288-bed, acute-care hospital provides 24/7 Emergency Services in Leon and Gadsden Counties. Our facilities include a state-of-the-art Behavioral Health Center, Cancer Center, Chest Pain Center w/PCI-Resuscitation, Family Center, Heart & Vascular Center, Imaging Services, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Orthopedic/Spine Center, Physical Therapy Services, Rehabilitation Center, Stroke Center, Surgical Services, Surgical Weight Loss Center, Network-of-Care Affiliated Physician Practices, and much more. Trust us to give you compassionate care and exceptional service.

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 Registered Nurse SDS PRN 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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