Registered Nurse - Pre/Post Op

Rebound Orthopedics & Neurosurgery; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Rebound Surgery Center in Vancouver, WA is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse for Pre‑Op and Post‑Op care. You will support perioperative care, ensure safety and efficiency in the operating environment, and collaborate with anesthesia and surgical teams to deliver exceptional patient experiences.

The role requires WA RN licensure, BLS/ACLS, and 1–2 years of relevant experience; PALS may be required. Opportunities to contribute to high‑quality perioperative care and patient education are

Qualifications

• Active Washington State RN license in good standing.
• Maintain BLS through AHA.
• Maintain ACLS through AHA.
• Willingness to complete PALS as required by AHA.
• Associate or BS Degree in Nursing strongly desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document pre-operative nursing assessments including H&P, consent, allergies, NPO, and meds reconciliation.
• Validate patient identity, procedure, and site per policy and safety standards.
• Assess risk factors and readiness for anesthesia and surgery; escalate issues as needed.
• Educate patients and families on pre-op expectations, pain control, discharge instructions, and follow-up.
• Ensure infection control measures pre-op skin prep and environment controls.
• Receive handoff from anesthesia and OR using standardized tools.
• Monitor patient status until safe discharge criteria are met.
• Provide post-op care including airway support, pain control, wound care, and mobility help.
• Ensure ASC post-anesthesia care requirements are met by qualified staff.
• Reinforce discharge teaching and home care instructions.

Skills

Active WA RN license

BLS certified

ACLS certified

PALS as required

Airway management

Pre‑op / PACU experience

Clinical judgment

Education

Associate or BS in Nursing

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

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Registered Nurse - Pre/Post Op

Regular Full-Time Washington - ASC, Vancouver, WA, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1371

Salary Range: $52.82 To $79.18 Hourly

Driven by continued growth and a commitment to exceptional patient outcomes, our Ambulatory Surgery Center is expanding its clinical team. We are looking for healthcare professionals who are passionate about quality care and creating a positive patient experience.

Rebound Surgery Center is seeking a full-time status Registered Nurse's to join our dedicated surgical care team. This position works 4, 10 hours day, Monday - Friday.
As a key member of our perioperative department, you’ll play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care, supporting surgical excellence, and ensuring a safe, efficient operating environment. If you thrive in a fast‑paced setting, value teamwork, and are committed to making a meaningful impact on patients’ surgical experiences, we’d love to meet you.

What You Will Do:

The Pre‑Op & Post‑Op RN provides safe, evidence‑based nursing care to patients before and after surgical or procedural interventions at Rebound Surgery Center. The RN ensures compliance with federal Conditions for Coverage, Washington State licensure rules, and AORN perioperative nursing standards.

• Perform and document pre‑operative nursing assessments, including verification of H&P, consent, allergies, NPO status, medication reconciliation, and required diagnostics.
• Validate patient identity, procedure, and surgical site per facility policy and national safety standards.
• Assess patient risk factors and readiness for anesthesia and surgery; elevate abnormalities to anesthesia and surgeon.
• Provide pre‑operative patient and family education, covering procedure expectations, post‑op care, pain control, discharge instructions, and emergency contact information.
• Ensure compliance with infection control measures including pre‑op skin prep, attire, and environment controls.
• Receive handoff from anesthesia and OR team using standardized communication tools.
• Continuously monitor physiological status (airway, respiratory effort, oxygenation, hemodynamics, pain, temperature, LOC) until the patient meets safe discharge criteria established by the center.
• Provide appropriate post‑op interventions, including airway support, pain/nausea management, wound/IV site care, and mobility assistance.
• Ensure compliance with the ASC's post‑anesthesia care requirements, including observation by qualified personnel until medically cleared.
• Reinforce discharge teaching, ensuring understanding of home care instructions, medication guidance, red‑flag symptoms, and follow‑up requirements.

What You Will Need:

• Active Washington State Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
• Maintain BLS through AHA required
• Maintain ACLS through AHA required
• Willingness to complete PALS as required through AHA.
• Associate or BS Degree or Diploma in Nursing strongly desired
• Minimum 1-2 years' experience in Pre‑Op, PACU, critical care, or emergency nursing (preferred).
• Experience with electronic medical records and perioperative workflows recommended.
• Must have good assessment and airway management skills. IV skills and conscious sedation preferred.
• Strong assessment and clinical judgment skills, consistent with Washington RN scope of practice and standards of nursing.