PACU & Pre-Op RN - Day Shift, Impactful Surgical Care

Omega Hospital; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Omega Hospital in Metairie, Louisiana, is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse to provide exceptional pre-operative and post-operative care. Candidates must possess a current RN license, ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications, along with a minimum of 1 year of acute care experience.

The position involves collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes and requires strong communication and assessment skills. The full-time day shift typically runs from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with weekend rotations and on-call duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Louisiana or Compact License required.
• Minimum 1 year of acute care RN experience, preferably in pre-op or PACU.
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification required or must obtain within specified timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-operative and post-operative assessments and care.
• Provide patient education and emotional support during recovery.
• Communicate effectively with the healthcare team to coordinate care.
• Maintain safety and hygiene standards in the hospital environment.

Skills

Pre-operative assessment skills

Post-anesthesia care

Effective communication

IV insertion skills

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Tools

Electronic health record systems (e.g., Epic, Cerner)

Job description

Omega Hospital in Metairie, Louisiana, is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse to provide exceptional pre-operative and post-operative care. Candidates must possess a current RN license, ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications, along with a minimum of 1 year of acute care experience.

The position involves collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes and requires strong communication and assessment skills. The full-time day shift typically runs from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with weekend rotations and on-call duties as needed.