Pre/Post Operative Registered Nurse

Yellowstone Surgery Center, Llc; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Yellowstone Surgery Center, Llc seeks a Pre-Op/Post-Op Registered Nurse to deliver high-quality perioperative care across the patient journey. You will assess, educate, monitor, and support patients before and after surgery in collaboration with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and the surgical team.

The role requires nursing licensure, current CPR, and a commitment to teamwork in a fast-paced outpatient setting. On-site responsibilities emphasize safety, documentation, and patient education.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current State RN license.
• Current CPR certification; ACLS/PALS preferred or obtained ASAP after start of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, therapeutic nursing care pre-op and post-anesthesia using nursing process and priorities.
• Complete patient charting accurately and promptly.
• Perform discharge procedures with post-operative instructions and assist patients to their vehicles.

Skills

Nursing skills

Patient assessment

CPR certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Organizational skills

Teamwork in fast-paced setting

Education

RN license

Nursing degree

Job description

Position Title: Pre-Post-Operative Registered NurseSupervisor: Pre/Post Clinical DirectorSupervises: NoneWho We AreWe are dedicated to delivering convenient, cost-effective, and high-quality surgical and pain procedure care. Every team member plays a vital role in creating a safe, compassionate, and efficient environment for our patients.Core ValuesConfidentiality • Quality • Teamwork • Trust • RespectPosition OverviewThe Pre-Op/Phase 1 PACU, Phase 2 Post-Op Registered Nurse plays a vital role in delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality surgical patient care throughout the perioperative experience. This position provides direct nursing care, patient education, assessment, monitoring, and recovery support for patients before and after surgery. While working closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and the surgical team, the RN ensures patients receive individualized care while at Yellowstone Surgery Center.Duties and Responsibilities:Patient Care & Clinical ResponsibilitiesProvide safe, therapeutic, and quality patient care to pre-operative and post-anesthesia patients utilizing the nursing process and nursing diagnosis while setting appropriate prioritiesCarry out physician orders accurately, promptly, and document all activities appropriatelyComplete patient charting accurately, concisely, and promptlyComplete discharge procedures safely, including post-operative instructions and assisting patients to their vehiclesRespond appropriately in emergent situationsFollow AORN Recommended Practices and Center policies at all timesPatient Communication & EducationCommunicate and interact with patients and families in a positive, supportive, and professional mannerInitiate and participate in patient and family educationMake pre-op phone calls for verbal patient assessments and review pre-operative instructionsPerform post-op phone calls and communicate concerns or problems as neededCommunicate appropriate patient care information to surgeons and anesthesiologistsTeamwork & CollaborationWork closely with the surgical team using a multidisciplinary approach to patient careAssist visitors, staff, and physicians while demonstrating excellent guest relationsParticipate in the orientation of new employees, students, and approved program participantsAttend and participate in staff meetings, communication groups, and in-service programsWork in a spirit of teamwork and trust while maintaining professional boundariesDemonstrate respectful behavior toward patients, families, physicians, and co-workers at all timesQuality, Compliance & SafetyParticipate in quality assurance monitoringObserve all safety precautions and comply with facility health and safety proceduresAdhere to OSHA guidelines for Universal Precautions and proper use of PPEMaintain required professional licenses and certificationsComply with cost containment practicesAccept responsibility for personal conduct and professional behaviorFlexibility & Additional ResponsibilitiesPerform duties in various peri-operative areas as requested by the supervisorDemonstrate flexibility to support operational and patient care needsPerform other duties as assignedPhysical Requirements:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.Normal hospital environment with exposure to chemical odors, cleaning solvents, and other hazardous materialsExposure to possible injury when working with electrical equipment and lasers, which requires care and following proper safety proceduresSedentary Primarily sitting/lifting 10 lbs maximumLight Lifting 20 lbs maximum with frequent lifting/carrying up to 10 lbsMedium X Lifting 50 lbs maximum with frequent lifting/carrying up to 20 lbsHeavy Lifting 100 lbs maximum with frequent lifting/carrying up to 50 lbsVery Heavy Lifting over 100 lbs with frequent lifting/carrying up to 50 lbsBloodborne Pathogens:Based on the OSHA guidelines for protection against occupational exposure to Hepatitis and HIV, this position is described as Category I. This means the position has exposure to blood and other body fluids. Policies are in place for Universal Precautions, exposure risk identification, and appropriate barrier protection.The above is intended to describe the general contract and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.Education, Experience, Licensure/Certification requirementsGraduate of an accredited school of nursingCurrent State RN licenseCurrent CPR certificationPrefer three years of PACU/Pre-Op experience, preferably in an ambulatory surgery centerACLS certification preferred /or obtained ASAP after the start of employmentPALS certification preferred /or obtained ASAP after the start of employmentWill consider 2 years of ICU experience instead of PACU experienceStrong organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to function in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment