Job Description
Job Overview Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Pre-Op/PACU Registered Nurse, working four 10-hour shifts from Monday through Thursday. In this vital role, you will provide exceptional pre-operative and post-anesthesia care to patients undergoing surgical procedures. Your expertise will ensure smooth transitions through the surgical continuum, promoting patient safety, comfort, and recovery. This position offers a lively, fast-paced environment where your critical thinking and compassionate care make a meaningful difference every day. Responsibilities Assess patient condition through comprehensive physical examinations, vital signs monitoring, and detailed patient assessments prior to surgery. Prepare patients for procedures by explaining processes, ensuring consent, and maintaining aseptic technique during patient care activities. Administer medications including IV infusions, injections, and sedation as prescribed, following strict protocols and HIPAA regulations. Manage airway support with skills in airway management techniques and ventilator monitoring to ensure optimal respiratory function. Monitor patients’ recovery post-surgery or anesthesia in the PACU, observing for signs of acute pain or complications and intervening promptly. Document all patient interactions accurately in electronic health record (EHR) systems such as Epic or Cerner, ensuring compliance with medical documentation standards. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care plans effectively. Requirements Valid RN license with current state registration and compliance with licensure requirements. Proven experience in perioperative nursing, PACU, or critical care settings such as ICU or emergency medicine. Strong knowledge of medical terminology, physiology, and anatomy relevant to surgical care. Skilled in aseptic technique, IV insertion, suturing assistance, specimen collection/processing, and infection control practices. Experience working with diverse patient populations including pediatrics, geriatrics, individuals with disabilities or developmental delays. Ability to handle high-pressure situations with excellent critical thinking skills and attention to detail. Join us to be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality surgical nursing care! We value your expertise and enthusiasm in creating a safe healing environment for our patients while supporting your professional growth within a vibrant healthcare setting. Pay: $2,200.00 - $2,500.00 per week Benefits 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Work Location: In person