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FT PreOp RN

United Surgical Partners International, Inc

Chattanooga, Tennessee

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Posted Aug 8, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 9, 2026

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Physicians Surgery Center of Chattanooga is a Joint Commission-accredited, multispecialty ambulatory surgery center committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a service-focused environment. Our modern facility includes 4 operating rooms and 2 treatment rooms, supporting specialties such as GYN, ophthalmology, orthopedics, ENT, and retina. As a physician-owned center, we foster strong clinical collaboration to ensure exceptional surgical outcomes. PreOp Registered Nurse As a Preoperative RN, you’ll assess patients before surgery, ensuring they’re fully prepared for their procedures. Educate patients and their families about the surgical process, answering any questions and providing reassurance. Monitor patients’ vitals, review medical histories, and collaborate with the surgical team to ensure a smooth and safe experience. Maintain accurate documentation and uphold the highest standards of patient care. Qualifications Graduate of an accredited RN School of Nursing Active RN license in the state BLS and ACLS Required, PALS if required by the center 2 years experience in PACU or Critical Care preferred Ability to make decisions based on nursing judgment Able to prioritize and organize workload to meet the needs of patients and the unit Strong communication skills, verbal and written What We Offer As an organization, one way we care for our communities and each other is by providing a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following, subject to employment status: Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage Life and AD&D coverage Availability of short- and long-term disability Flexible financial benefits including FSAs and HSAs 401(k) and access to retirement planning Paid holidays and vacation Who We Are At USPI, we create relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and healthcare 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. #USP-RN #USP-123

Requirements

  • Graduate of an accredited RN School of Nursing Active RN license in the state BLS and ACLS Required, PALS if required by the center 2 years experience in PACU or Critical Care preferred Ability to make decisions based on nursing judgment Able to prioritize and organize workload to meet the needs of patients and the unit Strong communication skills, verbal and written

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
  • Life and AD&D coverage
  • Short- and long-term disability
  • Flexible financial benefits including FSAs and HSAs
  • 401(k) and access to retirement planning
  • Paid holidays and vacation

About the employer

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United Surgical Partners International, Inc
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United Surgical Partners International (USPI) is the leading ambulatory surgery platform in the United States, founded in 1998 and now operating 433+ ambulatory surgery centers and surgical hospitals across 30 states. The company performs over 2 million procedures annually and…

4.4 Google rating

What reviewers appreciate

  • Part of Tenet Healthcare network providing additional resources and support infrastructure
  • Leading ambulatory surgery platform with a national footprint across 30 states
  • Community-focused work environment with a local, neighborhood feel at each facility

What reviewers flag

  • Some Saturday shifts required (per job posting for PreOp RN role)
  • Part of a large corporate healthcare structure under Tenet Healthcare, which may involve bureaucratic processes
  • Indeed review search URLs suggest potential workplace concerns related to favoritism among RNs, though specific review content was not available in the research
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Living in Chattanooga, TN

Chattanooga sits along the Tennessee River, framed by the Appalachian foothills. The revitalized Southside district and Walnut Street Bridge give the city a walkable, outdoorsy feel. Nurses relocating here find mid-size affordability, a growing medical corridor, and easy weekend access to trails, rivers, and mountain overlooks.

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Metro price level · Chattanooga area
91.5
8% below the national average
Median gross rent
$1,256/mo
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