Physicians Endoscopy Center at One Nineteen - RN PreOp/PACU

Regent Surgical; Hoover (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Physicians Endoscopy Center at One Nineteen in Hoover, AL is seeking an RN for PreOp/PACU to provide comprehensive perioperative care before and after surgery, ensuring patient safety and comfort. You will assess patients, prep for procedures, monitor vitals, administer medications, and collaborate with surgeons and anesthesia teams.

The role is full-time, with Monday–Friday hours, no on-call, and holidays off.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• RN license in appropriate State.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS.
• ASC Experience.
• Minimum one year of Pediatric experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients’ physical and mental health, gather relevant medical history, and prepare them for surgery, including assessment of surgical site and airway function.
• Provide clear explanations of the procedure and what to expect to patients and family members.
• Ensure the surgical site is prepared, verify informed consent, and implement safety protocols.
• Conduct venipuncture and blood draws as needed.
• Communicate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and staff to ensure seamless patient care.
• Monitor vital signs and overall condition during recovery from anesthesia.
• Administer pain medication and manage pain control strategies.
• Assess discharge readiness and provide discharge instructions to patient and family.
• Maintain supplies, equipment, and medications readiness and document nursing care.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

RN license in appropriate State

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nursing (preferred)

Job description

Physicians Endoscopy Center at One Nineteen - RN PreOp/PACU

About Physicians Endoscopy Center

Our doctors at Physicians Endoscopy Center at One Nineteen deliver personalized outpatient care for digestive health conditions.

We listen to understand your health concerns. From bloating and heartburn to more chronic digestive health symptoms, we deliver care that’s right for you. For upper and lower GI conditions, we deliver targeted treatments for your needs, including medications, surgical care and medical nutrition therapy. Advanced GI testing with gastrointestinal endoscopy and colonoscopy is available.

About Regent Surgical Health

Since 2001, Regent Surgical Health has been a leader in developing and managing successful surgery center partnerships between hospitals and physicians. We continually improve and evolve the ASC model based on changing market conditions to stay ahead of emerging trends. From this ???

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of Clinical Leadership the PreOp/PACU RN provides comprehensive care to patients before and after surgery, ensuring their safety and well-being throughout the perioperative period. This includes preparing patients for surgery, monitoring vital signs and overall condition until point of discharge. Provide appropriate assessment of physical, psychosocial/family, cultural, personal beliefs or restrictions, cognitive abilities, and pain and comfort needs. Maintain open communication with all staff to promote improvement in performance and quality care.

This is a full-time position! The center operation hours Monday-Friday! No Calls; No Weekends Holidays off!

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Evaluate patients’ physical and mental health, gather relevant medical history, and prepare them for surgery, including assessment of surgical site, assessment of airway quality and function, administering pre-operative medications and IV fluids as needed.
• Provide clear and concise explanations of the surgical procedure, and what to expect during and after surgery to the patient and family members.
• Ensure the surgical site is properly prepared, verify informed consent, and implement safety protocols to prevent complications.
• Conduct venipuncture and blood draws as needed.
• Communicate effectively with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other members of the surgical team to ensure seamless patient care.
• Monitor vital signs, oxygen levels, and overall condition of patients as they recover from anesthesia.
• Administer pain medication and implement pain management strategies to ensure patient comfort.
• Recognize and manage any complications that may arise during the post-operative period.
• Assess patients’ readiness for discharge or transfer providing discharge instructions to patient and other family members.
• Ensure proper supplies, equipment, and medications are ready for use.
• Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to ensure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.
• Operate any designated equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

REQUIRED:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• RN license in appropriate State
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS
• ASC Experience
• Minimum one year of Pediatric experience

PREFERRED:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nursing