Clinical Nurse Pre-Op

Health Care Administrators Association® (HCAA); St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Care Administrators Association® (HCAA) seeks a Clinical Nurse in the Pre-Op area to deliver safe, compassionate care to surgical patients in a dynamic health system in Missouri.

You will perform comprehensive pre-operative assessments, start IVs, administer medications, verify consents, and collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure patient readiness and clear pre- and post-operative instructions.

Qualifications

• Must have strong clinical knowledge and patient safety focus.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Attention to detail in pre-operative assessments and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive pre-operative assessments and prepare patients for procedures.
• Start IVs, administer medications, and verify patient consents to ensure safety.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia, and multidisciplinary teams for readiness and instructions.
• Provide patient education and emotional support throughout the surgical process.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Job description

Join the healthcare team as a Clinical Nurse in the Pre-Op area, delivering safe and compassionate care to surgical patients.

• Perform comprehensive pre-operative assessments and prepare patients physically and emotionally for procedures.


• Start IVs, administer medications, and verify patient consents to ensure safety and compliance.


• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure patient readiness and understanding of pre- and post-op instructions.


• Provide patient education and emotional support throughout the surgical process.


• Qualifications and skills include strong clinical knowledge, excellent communication, teamwork, and attention to detail.

This role offers opportunities for professional growth within a supportive, research-connected health system dedicated to quality care and inclusivity.