RN - Pre-Op Ambulatory Care Nurse

Overview: Join a dedicated healthcare team as a Registered Nurse specializing in Pre-Operative care within a busy regional medical center serving the Southeastern United States. This full-time, day-shift role involves planning and delivering professional nursing care aligned with established policies and patient needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough patient assessments to identify care requirements.
• Develop, organize, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans.
• Maintain a safe and supportive environment for patients and staff.
• Serve as charge nurse when assigned, overseeing unit operations.
• Accurately document patient care and administer medications as prescribed.
• Recognize and respond promptly to life-threatening situations.
• Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality care.
• Participate in cost containment efforts and accurate patient service billing.
• Adapt care approaches to meet age-specific physiological, psychosocial, and cultural needs.

Education: Associate Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred. Current Registered Nurse licensure in a Compact state or the relevant regional licensure is mandatory.

Experience: Minimum of one year of experience in Pre-Operative nursing is required.

Skills and Abilities: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written. Demonstrated organizational and leadership capabilities. Knowledge of developmental, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of diverse patient populations.

Physical Requirements: Ability to communicate effectively, observe patients closely, and perform physical tasks including standing, walking, bending, and lifting. May involve exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials.

Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association and active Registered Nurse license.