Registered Nurse Pre Op

Ascension; Jenks (OK); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

EAP & counseling

Well-being resources

Job summary

Ascension in Jenks, OK is seeking a PRN Registered Nurse to join the Pre Op department. This day-shift role supports personalized care planning, executes physician and nursing orders, and collaborates with the care team to prepare patients for surgery and safe discharges.

You’ll coordinate with clinicians across disciplines, monitor patient milestones, and ensure safety and precision in all treatments. Schedule is Monday–Friday, PRN, with commitment to high-quality, compassionate patient care

Qualifications

• BLS within 30 days of hire.
• RN credentialed from the Oklahoma Board of Nursing.
• Diploma from an accredited nursing program.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of personalized care plans, tailoring interventions to patient needs.
• Monitor and communicate patient milestones, linking bedside observations to medical strategy.
• Coordinate the multidisciplinary care team for seamless collaboration across specialties.
• Execute physician and nursing orders with safety and accuracy in every treatment.
• Champion discharge planning with the healthcare team for safe home transitions.

Skills

Care coordination

Clinical teamwork

Attention to safety

Education

Oklahoma RN License

Nursing Diploma

BLS Certification

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Schedule: PRN day shift, Mondays through Fridays only

• Location: Jenks, OK
• Facility: Ascension St. John Jenks
• Department: Pre Op
• Schedule: PRN day shift, Mondays through Fridays only

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Lead the execution of personalized care plans, ensuring every clinical intervention is tailored to meet the unique physical and emotional needs of your patients.
• Monitor and communicate patient milestones with precision, acting as the essential link between real-time bedside observations and the broader medical strategy.
• Coordinate the multidisciplinary care team to ensure seamless collaboration across all specialties, providing a unified and holistic healing experience for the patient.
• Execute physician and nursing orders with clinical excellence, maintaining the highest standards of safety and accuracy in every treatment provided.
• Champion the discharge planning process by collaborating with the healthcare team to ensure patients and their families have a clear, confident, and safe transition back to their homes.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Oklahoma Board of Nursing required.

Education

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR professional licensure at time of hire required.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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