Registered Nurse - Pre-Op/PACU

Poppy Bank; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits (Medical)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Short & Long Term Disability

Holidays & PTO

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

SENTA Partners is seeking a PRN Registered Nurse (RN) for Pre-Op/PACU to deliver high-quality patient care in our ENT and Allergy practices. You will conduct preoperative assessments and provide recovery care, upholding our standards of excellence and compassionate service.

The role requires active RN license, 2 years nursing experience (1 year PACU), BLS/CPR/ACLS, and strong teamwork, communication, and experience with EHR systems.

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted RN license in state of practice.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing; BSN preferred.
• At least 2 years nursing experience; PACU experience required.
• Certifications: BLS, CPR, ACLS; ENT/Allergy-related certs are a plus.
• Strong communication and patient education skills; EHR proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Takes ownership of patient post-surgery, including assessment and documentation.
• Reports abnormalities to anesthesiologist and/or surgeon as needed.
• Provides post-surgery education to patient and family members.
• Performs chart reviews prior to charts being completed and scanned into EHR.
• Participates in quality and process improvement initiatives.
• Ensures equipment is in proper operating order; reports issues.
• Completes maintenance logs (e.g., blanket warmer, generator, eye wash).
• Ends the day by cleaning, restocking, and setting up for next surgeries.
• Reports supply needs and low inventory levels to Charge Nurse.
• Ensures compliance with laws, AAOA policies and company procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

RN license

PACU experience

ENT/Allergy knowledge

BLS/CPR/ACLS

EHR proficiency

Teamwork

Communication

Outpatient care

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Nursing

BSN preferred

Job description

SENTA Partners is a leading Management Services Organization (MSO) specializing in providing comprehensive support to ENT and Allergy private practices. Our mission is tohelp people Breathebetter, Hear better, Livebetter. At SENTA, we focus on the operational efficiencies and financial performance of our partner practices, allowing physicians to focus on delivering exceptional patient care. We are committed to fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment where our employees can thrive and grow.

Position Summary

The PRN Registered Nurse (RN) - Pre-Op/PACU at SENTA Partners plays a vital role in delivering high-quality patient care within our ENT and Allergy specialty practices. They are responsible for preoperative assessment and recovery care of surgical patients. This role is critical in ensuring Center’s Morals and Standards are implemented in the office and followed through by all employees. The RN provides direct patient care while ensuring a compassionate, patient-focused environment that adheres to SENTA Partners’ standards of excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Takes ownership of the patient post-surgery, including assessment and documentation of the patient’s condition.
• Reports any abnormalities to anesthesiologist and/or surgeon as needed.
• Provides post-surgery care education to the patient and the family members.
• Performs chart reviews prior to charts being completed and scanned into the practice management software.
• Participates in the quality and process improvement initiatives.
• Makes sure that all equipment is in the proper operating order and reports any issues appropriately.
• Completes all required quality and maintenance logs: blanket fluid warmer, generator log, eye wash station, etc.
• At the end of the day cleans and wipes down equipment, restocks and sets up for the next days’ surgeries.
• Reports to the Charge Nurse any supply needs and low inventory levels.
• Ensures compliance with applicable government laws, rules, regulations, AAOA and Company policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Holidays & Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Requirements

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice required.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited program; BSN preferred.
• At least 2 years of nursing experience, preferably in an outpatient or specialty clinic setting.
• At least 1 year experience in PACU required.
• BLS, CPR, and ACLS certification required; additional certifications related to ENT or Allergy specialties are a plus.
• PALS certification preferred.
• Strong clinical skills with knowledge of ENT and Allergy conditions and treatments. Excellent communication and patient education skills, with a focus on delivering compassionate care.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment while managing multiple priorities.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Proficient in using electronic health records (EHR) systems.

Summary

• Cer tain US jurisdictions require S ENTA Partners to provide new employees with a reasonable estimate of the salary for th is role at the loc a tion in which the job may be performed . Th e posted salary range reflects our best estimate at the time of posting, though it's important to remember that actual salaries may vary. Factors that determine the final salary offer include office location, experience , skills, and current organizational needs .
• SENTA Partners is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.