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CloudInfraIT

RN OR General

Tempe, AZ · On-site

RN - OR General | Per Diem Opportunity | Tempe, AZ Join a premier Ambulatory Surgery Center in Tempe, AZ, and bring your Operating Room expertise to a dynamic surgical team. Enjoy a predictable ...

United Surgical Partners

RN Pre Op PACU

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

The RN Pre-op/PACU is a Registered Nurse that provides quality patient care using the nursing ... surgical center strongly preferred * Must have current BLS, ALS and PALS * Must possess a strong ...

United Surgical Partners

RN Pre Op PACU

Gilbert, AZ · On-site

The RN Pre-op/PACU is a Registered Nurse that provides quality patient care using the nursing ... surgical center strongly preferred * Must have current BLS, ALS and PALS * Must possess a strong ...

United Surgical Partners

RN PreOpPACU

Arizona City, AZ · On-site

Harvard Park Surgery Center is seeking a motivated RN RN PreOp/PACU - PT to join our team. Harvard Park Surgery Center is a fast-paced, multi-specialty Surgery Center committed to producing the ...

United Surgical Partners

PreOPPACUOR RN

Gilbert, AZ · On-site

Mountain View Surgery Center at Gilbert is a fast paced ASC environment committed to producing the highest quality work and experience for patients and their families. Job Summary The RN Pre-op/PACU ...

USPI, INC.

PreOp/PACU RN

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Preop/Pacu Rn Desert Ridge Outpatient Surgery Center is hiring a RN Pre OP PACU PRN. Welcome to Desert Ridge Outpatient Surgery Center. At Desert Ridge Outpatient Surgery Center, we believe health ...

ICVR

Conscious Sedation RN

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$38 - $48/hr

Registered Nurse in the state of Arizona Comfortability with Conscious Sedation + Conscious ... Private surgery center located off N Kolb Rd near the E Speedway intersection.

United Surgical Partners

PreopPACU RN

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

USPI St Joesphs Outpatient Surgery Center is a fast-paced ASC environment committed to producing the highest quality work and experience for patients and their families. Job Summary: Plans ...

ICVR

Conscious Sedation RN

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$38 - $48/hr

Vision insurance Registered Nurse Comfortable with Conscious Sedation + Conscious Sedation Training ... Private surgery center located off N Kolb Rd near the E Speedway intersection.

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How much do surgery center rn jobs pay per week?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average weekly pay for surgery center rn in Arizona is $2,323.77, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,809.62 and $2,813.46 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a surgery center RN?

Surgery Center RNs are registered nurses who specialize in providing care to patients before, during, and after surgical procedures in outpatient or ambulatory surgery centers. Their responsibilities include preparing patients for surgery, assisting during operations, monitoring patients in recovery, and educating patients and families about post-operative care. These RNs work closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare staff to ensure patient safety and positive surgical outcomes.

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

To thrive as a Surgery Center RN, you need a solid foundation in perioperative nursing care, patient assessment, and current RN licensure, often with certifications like ACLS or PALS. Familiarity with surgical instruments, electronic health records (EHRs), and infection control protocols is essential. Strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are crucial soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure patient safety, efficient surgical workflows, and high-quality care in the fast-paced outpatient surgery environment.

What are some common challenges faced by a surgery center RN and how can they be managed?

Surgery Center RNs often face challenges such as managing fast-paced surgical schedules, coordinating care among multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring patient safety in a high-turnover environment. Effective time management and strong communication skills are essential for addressing these challenges. Staying organized, anticipating patient needs, and collaborating closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and support staff can help RNs navigate the demands of the role while maintaining quality care.

What is the difference between Surgery Center Rn vs Operating Room Nurse?

AspectSurgery Center RnOperating Room Nurse
CertificationsRN license, possibly CNORRN license, possibly CNOR
Work EnvironmentAmbulatory surgery centers, outpatient clinicsHospitals, surgical suites
Employer & IndustryOutpatient surgical facilitiesHospitals, surgical departments
Job FocusPre-op, intra-op, post-op care in outpatient settingsIntra-op care, assisting during surgeries

The Surgery Center RN and Operating Room Nurse roles share many certifications and work environments, but Surgery Center Rns typically work in outpatient surgical centers focusing on pre- and post-operative care, while Operating Room Nurses often work in hospital ORs assisting during surgeries. Both roles require RN licensure and may hold CNOR certification, but their settings and specific responsibilities differ.

What cities in Arizona are hiring for Surgery Center Rn jobs?

Cities in Arizona with the most Surgery Center Rn job openings:

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Infographic showing various Surgery Center Rn job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $120,836 per year, or $58.1 per hour.

Clinical Director Sign on Bonus $15,000.00

El Mirage, AZ • On-site

St Joseph's Outpatient SC (11102)
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$75K - $103K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

RN Clinical Director Full Time
Sign on Bonus $15,000.00
St Joseph's Outpatient Surgery Center is hiring a RN Clinical Director Full Time
St Joseph's Outpatient Surgery Center is multispecialty center doing pain, ortho, neuro spine and total joints. With 8 ORs and 2 Treatment Rooms o ur technology allows surgeons to perform procedures in the specialty areas of: ENT,General,GI,Gynecology,Ophthalmology,Orthopedic,Pain,Plastic,Podiatry,Urology, Our mission is to care for every patient and their family as if they were our own. Each patient, each family, each and every time.
What We Offer
As a valued member of USPI, your health and well-being are important to us. We are proud to provide you and your dependents with valuable and significant benefits. USPI knows the value of well-rounded, balanced employees, which is why we offer a variety of additional benefits to help manage life's daily stresses. USPI offers the following benefits, subject to employment status:
  • Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
  • Paid time off (vacation & sick leave)
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Paid holidays
  • Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
  • Employee Assistance Program, Employee discount program
  • Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder & childcare, AD&D, auto & home insurance

RN Clinical Director Job Summary:
  • RN Clinical Director directs the nursing operations in the surgery center.

RN Clinical Director Physical Demands:
  • Shall be physically able to stand, walk, and maintain varied body motions and positions for long periods of time.
  • Demonstrates manual dexterity.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • The employee shall be able to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects or tools.
  • The employee is required to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
  • Shall be able to hear and speak.
  • Shall be able to move up to 100 pounds.

Who We Are
At USPI, we create relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and health care systems to provide first class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States. We are committed to providing surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner.
USPI is committed to, and proud of our inclusive culture. An inclusive culture, in our view, is respectful of differences and nurtures and supports the contributions of each individual, while also embracing and leveraging diversity. A diverse workforce, combined with an inclusive culture, makes USPI stronger and better able to meet the needs of our diverse patient and physician population.
For more information about USPI, check out our website , Facebook , Twitter , or LinkedIn .
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Required Skills
RN Clinical Director Qualifications:
  • Graduate of an approved school of nursing.
  • Bachelor's Degree Preferred
  • 3 years Leadership
  • Currently licensed in the state.
  • CPR required, advanced life support certification required.
  • One year experience required intra-operative setting.
  • Demonstrates clinical competency, leadership, and teaching capabilities.
  • Physically and emotionally capable of performing responsibilities of position.
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
  • Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
  • General familiarity with medical terminology as it pertains to anatomy and surgical procedures for an operating room.

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