--- title: Registered Nurse Pre Operative & PACU description: BoulderCentre for Orthopedics & Spine is hiring for the Registered Nurse Pre Operative & PACU role. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/registered-nurse-pre-operative-and-pacu-at-bouldercentre-for-orthopedics-and-spine-01a17e7b-dc47-7149-a311-6ca9a2fa46f8 date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join BoulderCentre for Orthopedics & Spine as Registered Nurse Pre Operative & PACU in Broomfield, CO. Pays $33–$48 per hour. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/5253gi.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | BoulderCentre for Orthopedics & Spine | | **Location** | Broomfield, CO | | **Salary** | $33/hr - $48/hr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 27, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A- · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for BoulderCentre for Orthopedics & Spine. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for BoulderCentre for Orthopedics & Spine. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $87,000 – $118,000 a year (median $104,000). ## Description **Job Overview:** Join our orthopedics practice as a Pre-Operative & PACU RN and play a vital role in providing exceptional care to our patients. At our Orthopedic Surgery Center, we are dedicated to compassion, excellence, and collaboration. We empower our team to grow both personally and professionally through continuous learning opportunities. Our services range from general orthopedics to specialized areas such as sports medicine and pain management. **Department:** Pre-Op/PACU **Reports to:** Pre-Op/PACU Manager **Schedule/Type:** FT, 10 hr shift M-F - onsite/hourly **Wage:** $33-48/hr, commensurate with experience **Bonus Eligibility:** No **Essential Duties** - Assess, instruct & prepare patients prior to surgery - Ensure that operative and informed consents are signed and correct - Take and record vital statistics of patients to ensure readiness for surgical procedure - Initiate IVs and ensure patients are informed about procedure - Assess patients’ post-operative condition - Monitor vital signs and other measurements of progress, meeting discharge criteria - Log all findings in patient files - Answer patient questions and ensure patient comfort - Monitor patients for condition changes, reporting any changes to physician - Perform intervention duties during post-operative emergencies **Skills:** - Continuous learning and expertise maintenance in healthcare. - Analytical skills to gather information and devise action plans. - Utilization of intelligence and critical thinking in decision-making. - Advanced understanding of human anatomy and physiology. - Proficiency in using specialized medical equipment for surgical care. - Adherence to evidence-based practice and regulatory standards. - Quick response to changing work conditions with appropriate action. - Accurate and timely communication of patient care details. - Ability to conduct and interpret diagnostic tests for intervention. - Knowledge of community resources for patient care continuity. - Competence in reading and applying technical instructions. - Ensuring patient safety and security during medication use. - Consistent practice of hand hygiene and aseptic techniques - Upholding patient privacy in accordance with HIPAA regulations. **Experience Required** - 2 year of Pre-Op/PACU (RN) experience (required) in an Orthopedic setting (preferred) - Acute Care: 1 year (Preferred) **Education/Certification requirements** - Degree in Nursing: Bachelors Preferred - Current Colorado Registered Nurse license - BCLS & ACLS certification required. - PALS Certification **Company Paid Benefits** - Basic Life/AD&D –Guardian - EAP - PTO - 401(k) Safe Harbor Contribution **Benefit Options Requiring Employee Contributions** - Medical - HSA and FSA - Dental - Vision - Short-Term Disability - Voluntary Life and AD&D - General Purpose Healthcare FSA - Optional Protection Benefits (Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Cancer Care and Critical Illness Insurance) - 401K **Closing Date: This position will be open for a minimum of 3 days and will remain open until a top candidate is identified.** *Boulder Centre for Orthopedics is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Our hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We encourage diverse candidates to apply and welcome the opportunity to build a talented and inclusive workforce. In our recruitment and employment practices, we adhere to applicable federal, state, and local laws, ensuring fairness and inclusivity in all aspects of employment. We value diversity and believe that a diverse workforce enhances our ability to serve our patients and community effectively. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply, regardless of background or identity.* ## Skills - Registered Nurse - Decision Making - Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (Pacu) Nursing - Analytical Skills - Patient Care - Critical Thinking - Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (Hipaa) Compliance - Aseptic Techniques - Statistics - Basic Life Support - Medical Furniture - Patient Safety - Acute Care - Continuous Learning - Diversity And Inclusion - Community Resource Navigation - Maintenance - Diagnostic Tests - Hand Hygiene - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (Acls) - Communication - Pediatric Advanced Life Support - Patient Discharge - Human Anatomy - Surgical Critical Care ## Benefits - Mental Health - Disability Insurance - Life Insurance - Critical Illness Insurance - Paid Time Off (Pto) - 401(k) Plans - Tax-Advantaged Accounts ## Related - [Healthcare & Medicine jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/healthcare-and-medicine?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Nursing jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/healthcare-and-medicine/nursing?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Registered Nurse jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/healthcare-and-medicine/nursing/registered-nurse?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [PACU Registered Nurse jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/healthcare-and-medicine/nursing/registered-nurse/pacu-registered-nurse?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Related pages - [Colorado](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/colorado?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 56960 jobs - [Medical Practices](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/healthcare/medical-practices?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 39822 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)