CenterPoint Surgical - Per Diem RN PreOp/PACU

Regent Surgical; Palos Heights (IL); On-site; USD 69,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

Regent Surgical Health in Palos Heights, IL is seeking an experienced PreOp/PACU RN for per diem coverage. You will provide comprehensive perioperative care, prep patients, monitor vitals, and ensure safety from pre-op through discharge, collaborating with surgeons and anesthesia team.

This role requires RN license in Illinois, BLS/ACLS/PALS, ASC experience, and pediatric experience; per diem schedule with weekdays, no on-call, no weekends.

Qualifications

• RN license in the appropriate state.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS.
• ASC experience.
• Minimum one year of Pediatric experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess and prepare patients for surgery, monitor vital signs, and ensure safe perioperative care.
• Explain surgical procedures to patients and families clearly.
• Verify informed consent and follow safety protocols to prevent complications.
• Perform venipuncture and blood draws as needed.
• Coordinate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and the care team.
• Monitor patients after anesthesia and manage pain as needed.
• Assess discharge readiness and provide discharge instructions.
• Ensure supplies and equipment are ready for use.
• Maintain accurate nursing documentation.
• Operate designated equipment and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication with surgical team

Vital signs monitoring

Pre/postoperative assessment

Venipuncture

Pediatric patient care

ASC experience

Education

RN license in state

Graduate of accredited nursing program

High school diploma or equivalent

BLS, ACLS, and PALS

Bachelor's or Master’s in Nursing

Job description

About Regent Surgical Health

Since 2001, Regent Surgical Health has been a leader in developing and managing successful surgery center partnerships between hospitals and physicians. We continually improve and evolve the ASC model based on changing market conditions to stay ahead of emerging trends. From this advantage, our team has developed proprietary ASC ownership models that give both physicians and hospitals what they need to ensure long‑term clinical and financial success.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of Clinical Leadership the PreOp/PACU RN provides comprehensive care to patients before and after surgery, ensuring their safety and well-being throughout the perioperative period. This includes preparing patients for surgery, monitoring vital signs and overall condition until point of discharge. Provide appropriate assessment of physical, psychosocial/family, cultural, personal beliefs or restrictions, cognitive abilities, and pain and comfort needs. Maintain open communication with all staff to promote improvement in performance and quality care.

This is a per diem position! The center operation hours Monday-Friday! No Calls; No Weekends Holidays off!

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Evaluate patients’ physical and mental health, gather relevant medical history, and prepare them for surgery, including assessment of surgical site, assessment of airway quality and function, administering pre-operative medications and IV fluids as needed.
• Provide clear and concise explanations of the surgical procedure, and what to expect during and after surgery to the patient and family members.
• Ensure the surgical site is properly prepared, verify informed consent, and implement safety protocols to prevent complications.
• Conduct venipuncture and blood draws as needed.
• Communicate effectively with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other members of the surgical team to ensure seamless patient care.
• Monitor vital signs, oxygen levels, and overall condition of patients as they recover from anesthesia.
• Administer pain medication and implement pain management strategies to ensure patient comfort.
• Recognize and manage any complications that may arise during the post-operative period.
• Assess patients’ readiness for discharge or transfer providing discharge instructions to patient and other family members.
• Ensure proper supplies, equipment, and medications are ready for use.
• Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to ensure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.
• Operate any designated equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

REQUIRED:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• RN license in appropriate State
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS
• ASC Experience
• Minimum one year of Pediatric experience

PREFERRED:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nursing