PRN Ortho PACU & Pre-Op RN — Patient Care Leader

BoulderCentre for Orthopedics and Spine; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Boulder Centre for Orthopedics and Spine is seeking a skilled RN for PACU/Pre-Op care in a PRN role. You’ll assess patients before surgery, initiate IVs, monitor vitals, and support recovery and discharge planning in a fast-paced orthopedic environment.

The ideal candidate holds a Colorado RN license, BCLS/ACLS/PALS, and 2 years of Pre-Op/PACU experience in orthopedics. Competitive hourly wage offered. Commitment to patient safety and HIPAA compliance is essential.

Qualifications

• Colorado RN license required.
• BCLS, ACLS and PALS certifications required.
• 2 years Pre-Op/PACU RN experience in orthopedic care preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess, instruct and prepare patients prior to surgery.
• Ensure operative and informed consents are signed and correct.
• Record vital statistics for readiness for procedure.
• Initiate IVs and inform patients about procedures.
• Assess post-operative condition and discharge readiness.
• Monitor vitals and progress to meet discharge criteria.
• Log findings in patient files and document care.
• Answer questions and ensure patient comfort.
• Monitor condition changes and report to physician.
• Perform intervention duties during post-op emergencies.

Skills

PACU/Pre-Op RN

Orthopedic experience

Vital signs monitoring

Patient assessment

Communication

HIPAA compliance

IV initiation

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Colorado RN license

BCLS

ACLS

PALS

Job description

Boulder Centre for Orthopedics and Spine is seeking a skilled RN for PACU/Pre-Op care in a PRN role. You’ll assess patients before surgery, initiate IVs, monitor vitals, and support recovery and discharge planning in a fast-paced orthopedic environment.

The ideal candidate holds a Colorado RN license, BCLS/ACLS/PALS, and 2 years of Pre-Op/PACU experience in orthopedics. Competitive hourly wage offered. Commitment to patient safety and HIPAA compliance is essential.