Pre-Op RN for Ambulatory Surgery (PRN)

Surgery Partners; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

PTO

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Surgery Partners is seeking a Pre-Operative Registered Nurse (RN) to provide comprehensive nursing care for patients in an ambulatory surgery setting. You will ensure patients are prepared for surgery, coordinate pre-operative requirements, and support safe, efficient care under physician orders.

The role requires an accredited nursing program graduate, an active RN license, and current AHA BLS/ACLS certifications.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current RN license.
• AHA BLS Certification valid.
• AHA ACLS Certification valid.

Responsibilities

• Assess, develop, implement, and evaluate nursing care for pre-operative patients.
• Record and report symptoms, reactions, abnormalities, and changes in patients' physical and/or mental condition.
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered by the physician.
• Care for and prepare pre-operative patients according to facility policies and procedures.
• Provide psychological support to patients and their families.
• Review patient charts for accuracy, completeness, and required documentation.
• Verify surgical consents are completed accurately and match physician orders and the operating room schedule.
• Confirm all required pre-operative testing and documentation are available, including: Laboratory results, Chest X-rays, EKGs, History & Physical.
• Obtain, label, and secure patient belongings.
• Assist patients with proper surgical attire and preparation.
• Complete all required registration forms and pre-operative documentation.
• Administer prescribed pre-operative sedation.
• Ensure medication administration is supported by a valid physician order.
• Verify allergies prior to medication administration.
• Maintain knowledge of medication purposes, actions, and side effects.
• Record medications, dosage, administration time, and route on the Pre-Operative Record.
• Function independently during emergency situations.
• Demonstrate proficiency in emergency nursing skills and patient stabilization.
• Exercise sound clinical judgment and timely decisions.
• Maintain patient and employee privacy and confidentiality at all times.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with physicians and outside providers.
• Work within safety guidelines and report equipment issues.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Written, verbal, and interpersonal

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Leadership and teamwork

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Education

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing

Current Registered Nurse (RN) License

AHA BLS Certification

AHA ACLS Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office applications

Job description

Surgery Partners is seeking a Pre-Operative Registered Nurse (RN) to provide comprehensive nursing care for patients in an ambulatory surgery setting. You will ensure patients are prepared for surgery, coordinate pre-operative requirements, and support safe, efficient care under physician orders.

The role requires an accredited nursing program graduate, an active RN license, and current AHA BLS/ACLS certifications.