Orthopedic Pre-Op/PACU RN — Care & Recovery

BoulderCentre for Orthopedics & Spine; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Basic Life/AD&D – Guardian

EAP

PTO

401(k) Safe Harbor Contribution

Job summary

Boulder Centre for Orthopedics & Spine is seeking a Pre-Operative & PACU RN to join our Orthopedic Surgery Center. The role is full-time, onsite in Colorado, with 10-hour shifts and hourly compensation.

Responsibilities include preparing patients for surgery, obtaining consents, monitoring vitals, starting IVs, and assisting during post-operative care, all while upholding HIPAA and safety standards.

Qualifications

• RN with 2 years in Pre-Op/PACU (required) in Orthopedics recommended.
• Colorado licensure required and current BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications.

Responsibilities

• Assess, instruct and prepare patients prior to surgery.
• Ensure operative and informed consents are signed and correct.
• Record vital statistics to confirm readiness for surgery.
• Initiate IVs and explain procedures to patients.
• Assess post-operative condition.
• Monitor vital signs and discharge criteria progress.
• Document findings in patient records.
• Answer patient questions and ensure comfort.
• Monitor for condition changes and report to physician.
• Assist during post-operative emergencies.

Skills

Healthcare knowledge

Critical thinking

Vital signs

Patient communication

Surgical equipment

Aseptic technique

HIPAA privacy

Hand hygiene

Education

Bachelor's in Nursing

Colorado RN license

BLS & ACLS

PALS

Job description

Boulder Centre for Orthopedics & Spine is seeking a Pre-Operative & PACU RN to join our Orthopedic Surgery Center. The role is full-time, onsite in Colorado, with 10-hour shifts and hourly compensation.

Responsibilities include preparing patients for surgery, obtaining consents, monitoring vitals, starting IVs, and assisting during post-operative care, all while upholding HIPAA and safety standards.