Registered Nurse - Pre-Op/PACU

Looking for a nursing role where your skills truly shine—without nights, weekends, or on-call stress? Join our close-knit surgical team as a Pre-Op / PACU Registered Nurse, where you’ll play a hands-on role in guiding patients through every stage of their surgical journey. In this fast-paced yet supportive outpatient environment, you’ll combine clinical expertise, critical thinking, and compassionate care to ensure patients feel informed, safe, and comfortable before and after their procedures—all while enjoying a healthy work-life balance.What You’ll DoProvide compassionate, high-quality nursing care to pre-operative and post-operative patientsMonitor patients recovering from general, regional, or local anesthesiaObtain and document complete nursing histories and assessmentsClosely monitor vital signs and patient status, identifying and reporting any changesAdminister medications safely and accuratelyDevelop, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care plansCommunicate effectively with physicians, patients, families, and care team membersSupervise and support non-licensed clinical staff as neededMaintain accurate documentation in medical recordsSupport a teamwork-based environment with opportunities for cross-trainingFollow all nursing standards, state regulations, and center policiesWhat We’re Looking ForGraduate of an accredited school of nursingActive Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of employmentBLS and ACLS certifications requiredPACU, pre-op, or perioperative experience preferredPALS and/or CNOR certification a plusIf you’re a dedicated RN who values teamwork, patient-centered care, and a positive work environment, we invite you to apply and become part of a team that truly supports both its patients and its staff.*This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not represent a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications that may be required.*Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesAbility to maintain confidentiality and act as a patient advocate.Ability to delegate tasks as appropriate according to the state Nurse Practice Act and job descriptions.Basic computer skills (eg, Microsoft Word).Uses problem-solving and conflict resolution skills to foster effective work relationships with team members.Maintains required competencies.Exhibits favorable bedside manner including listening and communication skills.QualificationsGraduate from an accredited school of nursing.Current registered nurse licensure in state of employment.Two years perioperative services experience.Basic Life Support (BLS) certificationAdvanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification, depending on patient population.Preferred:Bachelors degree in nursing.Certified Nurse, Operating Room (CNOR) certification.Physical Demands/Working ConditionsWorking Conditions: Exposure to blood and body fluids, communicable diseases, chemicals, radiation and repetitive motions; Category 1-Occupational exposure.Physical Demands: Physically demanding, high-stress environment. Full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients. Pushing and pulling heavy objects. Manual and finger dexterity; hand and eye coordination; standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Lifting and carrying items weighing up to fifty (50) pounds. Corrected vision and hearing to within normal range. #J-18808-Ljbffr