Perioperative RN | 401k + Education Support

Vance Thompson Vision Clinic Prof L; Alexandria (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company contributions

Education Allowance

Wellness Program + Lifestyle Spending

Job summary

Vance Thompson Vision is seeking a registered nurse to join our perioperative team at the Alexandria Surgery Center in Alexandria, MN. You will gather patient histories, perform pre-operative assessments, educate patients, and coordinate with surgeons and anesthesiologists to ensure a safe, efficient surgical experience.

The role emphasizes patient safety, collaboration across perioperative teams, and adherence to nursing standards.

Qualifications

• Completed an accredited RN program from a university or technical school.
• Current, valid RN license in the state of practice.
• Previous experience in a hospital and/or surgery center.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patients’ medical history and perform a physical assessment for assigned patients.
• Initiate a patient education plan according to individual needs and practice policy; explain procedures and treatments to gain cooperation.
• Observe patients, record vital signs, and notify the physician of significant changes.
• Maintain patient comfort and safety and respond to emergency situations per nursing standards.
• Prepare the patient for anticipated surgical procedures, including informed consent and pre-operative assessment.
• Coordinate with the circulating nurse, recovery room nurse, anesthesia care provider, and surgeon for a safe surgical experience.
• Assess patient recovery and safety after anesthesia and surgery.
• Ensure patients understand post-operative care requirements; collaborate with perioperative staff and surgeon.

Education

Accredited RN program

Job description

Vance Thompson Vision is seeking a registered nurse to join our perioperative team at the Alexandria Surgery Center in Alexandria, MN. You will gather patient histories, perform pre-operative assessments, educate patients, and coordinate with surgeons and anesthesiologists to ensure a safe, efficient surgical experience.

The role emphasizes patient safety, collaboration across perioperative teams, and adherence to nursing standards.