Physicians Endoscopy Center at One Nineteen - RN PreOp/PACU

regent-surgical-careers; Hoover (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Physicians Endoscopy Center is seeking an experienced RN to provide comprehensive PreOp/PACU care for surgical patients in an outpatient setting. Under clinical leadership you will prep patients, monitor vitals, and ensure safety throughout the perioperative period.

This full-time role offers Monday–Friday hours with no on-call, no weekend shifts, and holidays off, emphasizing individualized patient care and teamwork in a focused ambulatory environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• RN license in appropriate state.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients’ physical and mental health, prepare them for surgery, including assessment of surgical site and airway function; administer pre-operative medications and IV fluids as needed.
• Provide clear explanations of the surgical procedure to patients and family members.
• Ensure the surgical site is prepared, verify informed consent, and implement safety protocols to prevent complications.
• Conduct venipuncture and blood draws as needed.
• Monitor vital signs, oxygen levels, and overall condition as patients recover from anesthesia.
• Administer pain medications and implement pain management strategies.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

RN license in appropriate State

BLS, ACLS, and PALS

Job description

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 perspective, our team has developed proprietary ASC ownership models that give both physicians and hospitals what they need to ensure long-term clinical and financial success.

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
• ASC experience