Pre-Operative Registered Nurse

Plan A Health; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Plan A Health in Columbus, OH is seeking a Pre-Op Staff RN to provide safe, compassionate pre-surgical nursing care in a collaborative hospital setting.

You will conduct pre-operative assessments, start IVs, administer medications, and coordinate with surgeons, anesthesia, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient readiness for surgery.

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure with clinical assessment skills.
• Proficiency in IV initiation and medication administration.
• Strong communication and teamwork in fast-paced settings.
• Attention to detail for consent, EMR accuracy and infection control.
• Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered pre-op care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-operative assessments and prepare patients and families for surgery.
• Start IVs, administer medications, and verify consents.
• Coordinate with surgeons, anesthesia, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Monitor and document vital signs and patient status.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the EMR and follow safety standards.

Skills

IV initiation

Medication administration

Pre-operative assessment

Communication

Teamwork

Infection control

EMR documentation

Education

Active RN license

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Pre-Op Staff RN provides safe, compassionate pre-surgical nursing care in a collaborative hospital setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-operative assessments and prepare patients and families for surgery.
• Start IVs, administer medications, and verify required consents.
• Coordinate with surgeons, anesthesia, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Monitor and document vital signs and patient status.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the EMR.
• Follow infection prevention and safety standards.

Qualifications & Skills

• Current RN licensure and strong clinical assessment skills.
• Proficiency with IV initiation and medication administration.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail for consent verification, EMR accuracy, and infection control.
• Commitment to compassionate patient-centered care.