PRN PACU & Pre-Op RN — Cross-Train Nurse

Novant Health; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Novant Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for a PRN position at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem, NC. The role involves pre-operative assessments, IV access, anesthesia education, and recovery monitoring in PACU and pre-op settings.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Nursing with active RN licensure, and has experience in PACU, pre-op, or ICU. The schedule is PRN with shifts discussed per unit needs and flexibility for early and late hours.

Qualifications

• RN licensure in the appropriate state is required.
• 4-year/bachelor's degree in nursing preferred; active licensure required or reactivation steps if inactive.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive pre-operative nursing assessments, including medical history, allergies, medications, and baseline vital signs.
• Initiate and maintain IV access and administer pre-operative medications, manage post-operative pain, nausea, vomiting, and other recovery-related symptoms.
• Prepare patients for surgery with education on procedures, anesthesia, recovery expectations, and post-operative care.
• Monitor airway patency, respiratory status, oxygenation, circulation, neurological status, and pain levels during recovery.
• Perform ongoing post-anesthesia assessments and recognize complications requiring intervention.
• Assess surgical sites, drains, dressings, and drainage for signs of complications.
• Monitor cardiac rhythms and vital signs, responding to changes in patient condition.

Skills

RN licensure

PRN scheduling

Post-anesthesia care

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

Novant Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for a PRN position at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem, NC. The role involves pre-operative assessments, IV access, anesthesia education, and recovery monitoring in PACU and pre-op settings.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Nursing with active RN licensure, and has experience in PACU, pre-op, or ICU. The schedule is PRN with shifts discussed per unit needs and flexibility for early and late hours.