Preop & PACU RN - Outpatient Surgery Care

Southern Bone & Joint Specialists, PA; Hattiesburg (MS); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Bone & Joint Specialists, PA is seeking an RN Preop PACU nurse to support patient safety and comfort in an outpatient ASC. The role covers preoperative and post-anesthesia care, monitoring vitals, managing pain, and addressing any complications that arise during the immediate postoperative period.

You will collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists and the care team to ensure smooth transitions and accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Current Mississippi RN license.
• BLS certification required.
• Experience in perioperative or critical care nursing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough preoperative assessments to evaluate readiness and risks.
• Prepare patients physically and emotionally for surgery, including education.
• Monitor vital signs and anesthesia recovery; respond to complications.
• Administer medications and treatments per orders with safety.
• Document care and communicate with the surgical team for continuity.

Skills

RN License

BLS

Perioperative Nursing

Vital Signs Monitoring

Attention to Detail

Job description

The RN Preop PACU role is critical in ensuring the safety and comfort of patients undergoing surgical procedures in an outpatient ASC. This position involves providing comprehensive nursing care in both the preoperative and post-anesthesia care unit settings, facilitating smooth transitions before and after surgery. The nurse will closely monitor patients’ vital signs, manage pain, and address any complications that arise during the immediate postoperative period. Collaboration with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals is essential to deliver coordinated and effective patient care. Ultimately, this role aims to optimize patient outcomes by maintaining high standards of clinical practice and patient advocacy throughout the surgical experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Mississippi.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Experience in perioperative nursing or critical care nursing.
• Strong knowledge of surgical procedures, anesthesia recovery, and patient monitoring.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-stress environment while maintaining attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems specific to perioperative care.
• Strong communication and patient education skills.
• Previous experience in a hospital or surgical center setting.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough preoperative assessments to evaluate patient readiness and identify potential risks.
• Prepare patients physically and emotionally for surgery, including education and reassurance.
• Monitor patients’ vital signs and anesthesia recovery status in the PACU, promptly identifying and responding to any adverse reactions or complications.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
• Document all patient care activities accurately and communicate effectively with the surgical team to support continuity of care.

ASC Monday-Friday. Hours needed will vary.