Pre-Operative Registered Nurse (RN)

Unit Information

Join a dynamic team in the Pre-Op unit, where we prioritize patient care and communication. The unit is equipped with the following:

• Number of Beds: 9 Pre-op beds, 5 Phase 2 recovery beds
• Staffing: 8 full-time RNs (with 2 open positions), 2 part-time RNs, 4 PRN RNs, and 1 unit Health Unit Coordinator
• Patient Ratios: 1:3
• Type of Equipment: Pyxis, GE MACVU EKG machine, Doppler, patient scale, bladder scanner
• Electronic Medical Records: Meditech

Responsibilities

As a Pre-Operative Registered Nurse, your role includes:

• Administering Phase 2 recoveries for Urology, GYN, and other Same Day Surgery patients
• Overseeing pre-operative procedures for surgery, endoscopy, catheter lab, electrophysiology, and computed tomography patients
• Providing outpatient infusions, EKGs, nerve blocks, and blood transfusions

Qualifications

Required:

• A minimum of 1 year of recent acute care experience in a Pre-Op RN role
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications

Preferred:

• Experience in pre-operative care or the ability to assist the pre-op staff
• Familiarity with Meditech EMR systems

Personality Fit

The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional communication skills and prioritize patient experience in all interactions.

Additional Information

We are committed to providing a supportive work environment. This unit emphasizes teamwork and the importance of communication among staff and providers. We encourage applicants who are passionate about patient care to apply.