Registered Nurse- Mental Health Care

Pre/Post Op RN

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Post/Pre-Op RN for a 13-week travel assignment in Shawnee Mission, Kansas. Shift: Days

Facility details:

Hospital

Trauma center: Altera (Paragon), Cerner (Millennium), Dell, Epic (EpicCare Link, Hyperspace, MyChart), GE Healthcare

One year of recent experience as a Pre/Post-Op RN

Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations

The Post/Pre-Op Registered Nurse provides specialized care to patients recovering from anesthesia and surgery. This role involves assessing patient health before and after surgery, implementing care plans, administering treatments, and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care. The Post/Pre-Op RN ensures patient safety and comfort prior to and during the surgical recovery period, using advanced clinical skills, effective communication, and adherence to professional and regulatory standards.

Assess patients pre-operatively, including reviewing medical history, performing physical examinations, and identifying potential risks

Prepare patients for surgery, including educating them about procedures and post-operative care

Receive and conduct comprehensive assessments of patients transferring from the operating room and assess their post-anesthesia condition

Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques

Observe and document patient conditions treatments, and significant incidents. and responses to anesthesia and treatments, notifying the care team of significant changes or adverse reactions

Respond promptly to emergency situations utilizing Pre/post op nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocols

Accurately document patient assessments, interventions, and recovery progress in medical records

Collaborate with the surgical team and other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive pre and post-operative care

Participate in patient handoff communications to ensure continuity of care between units and departments

Operate and monitor pre and post op-specific equipment, such as ventilators, monitors, and infusion pumps

Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards

The ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language

Physical Abilities - Must be able to remain in a stationary position, move about, move equipment (50-100lbs), push, pull, and bend

Technical/Motor Skills - Must have the ability to grasp, perform fine manipulation, push/pull, and move about when assisting with procedures and/or using department equipment

Mental Requirements - Must be able to cope with frequent contact with the general public and customers while meeting deadlines under pressure. Must be able to work under close supervision occasionally, as well as working without assistance from other personnel. Sensory - Must possess visual acuity and ability to effectively communicate

Highly competitive pay for travel professionals

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first day coverage
• Life and Short-term disability offered
• Aggressive Refer-a-friend Bonus Program
• Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs

At Fusion Medical Staffing, our goal is to improve the lives of everyone we touch, and we're always looking for people like you to join our mission. Your passion for helping others deserves a partner just as committed to supporting you — that's why we offer day one insurance, $0 copay for mental health services, scholarships and awards, exclusive discounts, and more. From your personal recruiter to our clinical and traveler experience teams, we're here to guide and celebrate you along your journey. You take care of others; we take care of you.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Start your rewarding career as a Travel Post/Pre Op RN with Fusion Medical Staffing and join our mission to improve lives.