Pre-op/PACU RN

ENT Surgical Solutions, LLC; Georgia; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ENT Surgical Solutions, LLC in Georgia is seeking a Pre-op/PACU RN to deliver comprehensive perioperative care before and after anesthesia for elective surgeries and outpatient procedures.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team to monitor vitals, manage pain, administer medications, and educate patients, handling a 4–6 patient load per shift with no on-call duties. Strong documentation in EHR is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in perioperative nursing.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• ACLS certification.
• BLS and PALS certifications.
• Proficient in patient assessment, IV therapy, and anesthesia recovery care.
• Experience using Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems.
• Strong critical thinking, communication, teamwork, and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide thorough preoperative care and preparation for patients undergoing elective and outpatient procedures
• Deliver vigilant post-anesthesia care and monitor patient recovery in the PACU
• Assess vital signs and manage pain effectively throughout the perioperative process
• Administer medications and perform IV therapy as prescribed
• Respond promptly to emergencies and implement appropriate interventions
• Document patient care and progress accurately in Electronic Health Records (EHR)
• Collaborate with anesthesiologists and other multidisciplinary team members
• Prepare and maintain necessary equipment for surgical procedures
• Educate patients about pre- and post-operative care and discharge planning

Skills

Perioperative nursing

Patient assessment

IV therapy

Critical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

The Pre-op/PACU RN plays a vital role in perioperative nursing, providing comprehensive care before and after anesthesia during elective surgeries and outpatient procedures. Working within a multidisciplinary team and collaborating closely with anesthesiologists, this nurse ensures patient safety and comfort through vigilant monitoring, medication administration, and patient education. Reporting to the Nurse Manager, the Pre-op/PACU RN manages a moderate patient load of 4-6 patients per shift without the need for on-call or overtime duty.

Responsibilities

• Provide thorough preoperative care and preparation for patients undergoing elective and outpatient procedures
• Deliver vigilant post-anesthesia care and monitor patient recovery in the PACU
• Assess vital signs and manage pain effectively throughout the perioperative process
• Administer medications and perform IV therapy as prescribed
• Respond promptly to emergencies and implement appropriate interventions
• Document patient care and progress accurately in Electronic Health Records (EHR)
• Collaborate with anesthesiologists and other multidisciplinary team members
• Prepare and maintain necessary equipment for surgical procedures
• Educate patients about pre- and post-operative care and discharge planning

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in perioperative nursing
• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Nursing
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications
• Proficient in patient assessment, IV therapy, and anesthesia recovery care
• Experience using Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems
• Strong critical thinking, communication, teamwork, and time management skills

Company Description

We are a Free Standing ambulatory surgery center. Currently, we have 7 surgeons, and seven employees specializing in ENT- Otolaryngology. We perform cases Monday through Wednesday 7am-3pm. Thursday and Fridays are for preparing for the next week along with education and inservices.

Company Description

We are a Free Standing ambulatory surgery center. Currently, we have 7 surgeons, and seven employees specializing in ENT- Otolaryngology. We perform cases Monday through Wednesday 7am-3pm. Thursday and Fridays are for preparing for the next week along with education and inservices.