PRN PreOp/PACU Staff Nurse

PreOp/PACU Staff Nurse – PRN Position – West Cary Location

We are seeking a compassionate and highly skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to join our surgery center team, specializing in both Pre-Operative and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) support. This dual-role nurse will be instrumental in preparing patients for surgery and providing attentive care as they recover from anesthesia within a fast-paced, patient-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform pre-operative assessments, including vital signs, health history, and medication reconciliation
• Provide patient education and emotional support prior to procedures
• Start IVs, administer pre-op medications, and ensure surgical consent is completed and understood
• Monitor patients in PACU, assessing for airway, pain management, vitals, and overall stability
• Administer medications and interventions per anesthesiologist and surgeon instructions
• Communicate with patients’ families about status and post-op instructions
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with clinical and regulatory standards
• Collaborate with the OR team, anesthesia, and support staff for safe patient hand-offs
• Support discharge processes and patient education for home recovery

Qualifications:

• Current RN license in the State of North Carolina
• BLS and ACLS certifications required; PALS certification may be preferred based on patient population
• Minimum 1–2 years of nursing experience in pre-op, PACU, critical care, or similar surgical nursing settings
• Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask efficiently while maintaining a calm, reassuring presence

Compensation:

• $31–52 per hour, commensurate with experience