Registered Nurse - Pre-Op/PACU

Manhattan Surgical Hospital; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 44,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daytime schedule

Supportive team environment

Meaningful patient interactions

Job summary

Manhattan Surgical Hospital is seeking a skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to join the Pre-Op/PACU team in Manhattan, KS. The role supports patients before and after surgery, with daytime, 8-hour shifts and a collaborative, patient-centered environment.

You will assess patients, prepare them for surgery, monitor recovery, and educate patients and caregivers. CPR, ACLS, and PALS are required, with strong communication and multitasking abilities essential.

Qualifications

• KS RN license required.
• Current CPR, ACLS, and PALS certifications.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking.
• Excellent communication and patient education abilities.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced surgical environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preoperative assessments and document findings.
• Verify allergies, medications, medical history, consents, and surgical site.
• Obtain vital signs, labs if indicated; start IVs and administer fluids.
• Provide pre-operative education and discharge instructions.
• Monitor patients in PACU and manage pain, nausea, and recovery.
• Collaborate with surgeons and anesthesia providers.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Critical thinking

Communication

Patient education

Multitasking

CPR certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Education

Registered Nurse license (Kansas)

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: SURGICAL HOSPITAL - MANHATTAN, KS, Position Type: Full Time - 32 hrs or more per week, Education Level: RN License, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Shift: Days - 8 hr shifts, Registered Nurse (RN) - Pre-Op / PACU

Manhattan, KS

Job Type

• Full-Time
• Day Shift
• Surgical Hospital

About Us

At Manhattan Surgical Hospital, we believe great patient care starts with great people. Our team is compassionate, collaborative, and committed to providing an exceptional surgical experience for every patient who walks through our doors.

We're looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Pre-Op/PACU team. If you enjoy building relationships with patients, thinking critically, and working alongside an outstanding group of healthcare professionals, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

As a Pre-Op/PACU RN, you'll play a vital role in helping patients feel safe, informed, and cared for before and after surgery.

Pre-Operative Responsibilities

• Complete patient assessments and nursing documentation
• Verify allergies, medications, medical history, consents, and surgical site
• Obtain vital signs, height, weight, blood glucose testing, and pregnancy testing when indicated
• Start IVs and administer fluids according to provider orders
• Provide pre-operative education and answer patient questions
• Conduct pre-operative phone calls and chart reviews
• Collaborate with surgeons and anesthesia providers to ensure patients are surgery-ready

PACU Responsibilities

• Monitor patients recovering from anesthesia
• Maintain airways and monitor vital signs
• Assess and manage pain, nausea, and comfort needs
• Assist patients through a safe recovery process
• Apply post-operative equipment such as slings, ice packs, shoes, and other devices
• Provide discharge instructions and education to patients and caregivers
• Perform post-operative follow-up calls

Team & Department Responsibilities

• Assist with nerve blocks and specialized procedures
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked department
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and staff meetings
• Respond appropriately to emergency situations
• Complete accurate and timely documentation
• Promote a culture of safety, teamwork, and patient-centered care

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Current Kansas Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Current CPR certification
• ACLS certification
• PALS certification
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Excellent communication and patient education abilities
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced surgical environment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods
• Ability to lift and carry 20+ pounds regularly
• Ability to push and pull 25+ pounds regularly

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Consistent daytime schedule
• Meaningful patient interactions from start to finish
• Opportunity to work closely with surgeons and anesthesia providers
• Fast-paced and rewarding work environmentCulture focused on quality, safety, and excellence

The Ideal Candidate

You are compassionate, detail-oriented, and thrive in a team environment. You enjoy helping patients through what can be a stressful experience and take pride in providing exceptional care before, during, and after surgery. You are organized, professional, and committed to delivering an outstanding patient experience every day.

Qualifications: QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Licensed as Registered Nurse in the State of Kansas
• Current CPR certification. ACLS certification. PALS certification
• Demonstrate ability to stand and/or walk at least five hours per day
• Demonstrates ability to lift and/or carry over 20 pounds on a regular basis
• Demonstrates ability to push/pull over 25 pounds on a regular basis.