Registered Nurse - Pre/Post Op

ProLink; Smyrna (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Prolink is seeking a Pre/Post Op Nurse to provide care for patients before and after surgery in ambulatory settings. The role emphasizes perioperative expertise, patient care, and IV prep.

The nurse will prep for procedures, monitor vital signs, educate patients on pre- and post-op instructions, document care in Epic, and collaborate with surgical teams to ensure smooth recovery and proper inventory of pre/post-op supplies.

Qualifications

• Experience in pre/post-op settings.
• Ability to prep IVs and monitor patients.
• Strong knowledge of perioperative care.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor post-op recovery.
• Administer medications and monitor vital signs.
• Educate patients on pre- and post-op care.
• Document care in EHR systems like Epic.
• Collaborate with surgical teams for recovery plans.
• Manage inventory of pre/post-op supplies.

Skills

Perioperative nursing

Vital signs monitoring

Patient education

EHR documentation

Team collaboration

Inventory management

Tools

Epic EHR

Job description

Overview

The Pre/Post Op Nurse provides care for patients before and after surgery. They prep IVs and recover in ambulatory surgery centers. The ideal candidate will have expertise in perioperative nursing and patient care, with experience in pre/post-op settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor post-op recovery.
• Administer medications and monitor vital signs.
• Educate patients on pre- and post-op care.
• Document care in EHR systems like Epic.
• Collaborate with surgical teams for recovery plans.
• Manage inventory of pre/post-op supplies.

This position is key to surgical patient preparation and recovery. Nurses with perioperative experience are encouraged to apply for this Pre/Post Op Nurse role.