General Surgery RN — Compassionate Postoperative Care

Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services; Concord (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services is seeking a Registered Nurse for the General Surgery unit to provide comprehensive bedside care. The RN will monitor vitals, manage pain, and support pre- and post-operative patients, working closely with surgeons and a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include administering medications, educating patients and families about procedures and discharge plans, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives while upholding compassionate,

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Nurse.
• Knowledge of surgical procedures and post-operative care.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to compassionate patient care and ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Monitor vital signs, pain levels, and surgical sites for pre- and post-operative patients.
• Administer medications and treatments according to protocols.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient care.
• Educate patients and families about procedures, recovery, and discharge plans.
• Support a safe, evidence-based recovery process and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Nursing

Surgical procedures

Communication

Teamwork

Education

RN license

Job description

Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services is seeking a Registered Nurse for the General Surgery unit to provide comprehensive bedside care. The RN will monitor vitals, manage pain, and support pre- and post-operative patients, working closely with surgeons and a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include administering medications, educating patients and families about procedures and discharge plans, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives while upholding compassionate,