Registered Nurse - Pre-Op/PACU

Manhattan Surgical Hospital Llc; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Manhattan Surgical Hospital LLC in Kansas is seeking a Registered Nurse for Preop/PACU/Step-down to support patients through the perioperative journey. You will perform preoperative assessments, patient education, and coordinate care with the surgical team.

The role requires staying organized in a fast-paced environment, delivering safe, compassionate care, and ensuring accurate documentation, vital signs, and post-operative monitoring. A KS RN license and certifications are required.

Qualifications

• Must have RN licensure in Kansas
• CPR/ACLS/PALS certifications required
• Strong assessment, documentation, communication, and patient education skills
• Ability to stay organized in a fast-paced clinical environment

Responsibilities

• Prepare Preop, PACU, and Step-down areas to safely receive and care for surgical patients
• Provide pre-operative assessment, education, emotional support, and instructions for patients and families
• Start IVs, monitor vital signs, complete nursing assessments, document care, and follow orders
• Deliver post-operative care including airway support, pain and nausea control, discharge readiness, and patient education
• Communicate with patients before and after surgery via pre-op and post-op calls
• Assist anesthesia providers with nerve blocks and support efficient perioperative flow
• Maintain clean, stocked, and secure clinical areas following safety policies
• Participate in CQI, incident reporting, and emergency response

Skills

Assessment skills

Documentation

Patient education

Communication

Education

RN license in Kansas

CPR certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Job description

Join Our Preop/PACU Nursing TeamRegistered Nurse (RN) – Preop/PACU/Step-down | Manhattan Surgical HospitalBring your clinical skill, calm confidence, and compassionate care to a fast-paced surgical team that supports patients through every step of their perioperative experience. We are looking for a Registered Nurse to join our Preop/PACU/Step-down team and help provide safe, efficient, patient-centered care before and after surgery.Prepare Preop, PACU, and Step-down areas to safely receive and care for surgical patients.Provide pre-operative assessment, education, emotional support, and instructions for patients and families.Confirm key patient information, including allergies, medications, health history, consent, operative site, and responsible party.Start IVs, obtain vital signs, complete nursing assessments, follow provider orders, and document care accurately.Deliver post-operative care, including airway support, vital sign stabilization, pain and nausea control, safe emergence from anesthesia, discharge readiness, and patient education.Communicate with patients before and after surgery through pre-op and post-op phone calls.Assist anesthesia providers with nerve blocks and support efficient patient flow throughout the perioperative setting.Maintain clean, organized, stocked, and secure clinical areas while following facility policies and safety standards.Participate in staff meetings, required education, CQI activities, incident reporting, and emergency response.Perform other duties as assigned while upholding patient privacy, dignity, and confidentiality.What We’re Looking ForCurrent Registered Nurse license in the State of Kansas.Current CPR, ACLS, and PALS certifications.Strong assessment, documentation, communication, and patient education skills.Ability to stay organized, focused, and responsive in a fast-paced clinical environment.Ability to stand and/or walk at least five hours per day.Ability to lift and/or carry over 20 pounds on a regular basis.Ability to push and/or pull over 25 pounds on a regular basis.A dependable, professional team member who is committed to safe, respectful, high-quality patient care.Ready to Make a Difference?If you are an RN who thrives in a surgical setting and enjoys supporting patients through a smooth, safe perioperative experience, we would love to hear from you.QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTSLicensed as Registered Nurse in the State of KansasCurrent CPR certification. ACLS certification. PALS certificationDemonstrate ability to stand and/or walk at least five hours per dayDemonstrates ability to lift and/or carry over 20 pounds on a regular basisDemonstrates ability to push/pull over 25 pounds on a regular basis.