Perioperative Nurse - Pre & Post-Op PACU

Broadlawns Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

IPERS retirement

Education assistance

Health & wellness program

Paid time off

Free parking

Health insurance

Supplemental insurance

529 college savings plan

Job summary

Broadlawns Medical Center in Des Moines, IA, is seeking a Staff Nurse for Pre-Op & PACU Phases I & II. The RN will provide perioperative care using monitoring, assessment and interventions for patients before and after anesthesia.

The role requires current Iowa RN license, perioperative experience, and BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications within 6 months. You will work 7a-3p and contribute to a collaborative perioperative team.

Qualifications

• Current RN license recognized by the Iowa Board of Nursing.
• Two years’ perioperative nursing experience; completion of additional educational preparation preferred.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications within 6 months of hire.
• Competent in computer data entry and EMR documentation.
• Ability to meet call requirements; scheduled 7a–3p shift.

Responsibilities

• Assess and care for pre- and post-operative patients and develop care plans.
• Monitor vital signs and respond to changes during perioperative care.
• Administer medications and ensure patient safety and care quality.
• Coordinate with the perioperative team and document care in EMR.
• Assist with orientation and onboarding of new staff.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Critical thinking

Patient-centered care

Education

RN license

BLS (Healthcare Provider)

ACLS

PALS

Perioperative nursing experience (2+ years)

Tools

EMR

Job description

Broadlawns Medical Center in Des Moines, IA, is seeking a Staff Nurse for Pre-Op & PACU Phases I & II. The RN will provide perioperative care using monitoring, assessment and interventions for patients before and after anesthesia.

The role requires current Iowa RN license, perioperative experience, and BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications within 6 months. You will work 7a-3p and contribute to a collaborative perioperative team.