Registered Nurse - Pre-Surgical Testing Lead

BoulderCentre for Orthopedics and Spine; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Basic Life and AD&D Insurance

EAP

PTO

401(k) Safe Harbor Contribution

Medical Insurance

Health Savings Account

FSA

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Voluntary Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Boulder Surgery Center in Colorado is seeking an experienced RN to lead Pre-Operative Testing (PST). You will mentor staff, coordinate daily workflows, and ensure high-quality preoperative care while remaining active in patient care.

You’ll serve as a clinical resource for the PST team, support onboarding and training, and partner with surgeons and anesthesia to optimize throughput and patient safety.

Qualifications

• ADN from an accredited program is required; BSN preferred.
• Current, unrestricted RN license in the applicable state.
• BLS and ACLS certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive pre-operative nursing assessments, including medical history reviews and evaluation of laboratory and diagnostic results.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals to assess surgical readiness and coordinate patient care.
• Educate patients and their families on pre-operative instructions, medications, diet, and surgical preparation.
• Address patient questions and concerns while helping patients feel informed, prepared, and supported.
• Maintain accurate patient records and communicate pertinent findings to the surgical team.
• Identify potential patient safety concerns and appropriately escalating abnormal findings.
• Serve as a clinical resource and go-to support for PST nursing staff.
• Help coordinate daily workflows, patient flow, and scheduling priorities.
• Provide guidance and support with complex pre-operative assessments and clinical decision-making.
• Assist with onboarding, training, coaching, and mentoring new PST nurses.
• Identify opportunities for staff development and communicate training needs to nursing leadership.
• Help identify and resolve workflow challenges to improve efficiency and patient care.
• Serve as a communication link between the PST team and nursing leadership.
• Support quality assurance initiatives, documentation standards, chart reviews, and clinical audits.
• Promote a collaborative, professional, and patient-focused team environment.

Skills

Mentoring

Workflow improvement

Team leadership

Communication

Critical thinking

Clinical assessment

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

BSN preferred

Job description

Description

Make an Impact. Lead with Purpose. Deliver Exceptional Patient Care.

Are you an experienced Registered Nurse who enjoys mentoring others, improving clinical workflows, and making a difference in the patient experience? Boulder Surgery Center is looking for a motivated and knowledgeable RN to join our team as our Pre‑Surgical Testing (PST) Lead.

This is an exciting opportunity for a nurse who is ready to take on additional leadership responsibilities while remaining actively involved in patient care. As the PST Lead, you will serve as a clinical resource for the nursing team, help coordinate daily operations, support staff development, and promote consistent, high‑quality pre‑operative care.

If you enjoy being a go‑to resource, helping others succeed, and finding ways to make processes better, we’d love to hear from you!

Position Details

• Department: PreOp and PACU
• Reports To: Department Nurse Manager
• Schedule/Type: Full‑Time | Onsite | Hourly
• Wage: $33.00–$48.00 per hour, based on experience, plus an additional $3.00/hour shift differential when performing Lead duties.
• Bonus Eligibility: No

Requirements

What You’ll Do

Provide Exceptional Patient Care

• Perform comprehensive pre-operative nursing assessments, including medical history reviews and evaluation of laboratory and diagnostic results.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals to assess surgical readiness and coordinate patient care.
• Educate patients and their families on pre-operative instructions, medications, diet, and surgical preparation.
• Address patient questions and concerns while helping patients feel informed, prepared, and supported.
• Maintain accurate patient records and communicate pertinent findings to the surgical team.
• Identify potential patient safety concerns and appropriately escalating abnormal findings.

Lead, Support & Develop the Team

• Serve as a clinical resource and go‑to support for PST nursing staff.
• Help coordinate daily workflows, patient flow, and scheduling priorities.
• Provide guidance and support with complex pre‑operative assessments and clinical decision‑making.
• Assist with onboarding, training, coaching, and mentoring new PST nurses.
• Identify opportunities for staff development and communicate training needs to nursing leadership.
• Help identify and resolve workflow challenges to improve efficiency and patient care.
• Serve as a communication link between the PST team and nursing leadership.
• Support quality assurance initiatives, documentation standards, chart reviews, and clinical audits.
• Promote a collaborative, professional, and patient‑focused team environment.

What We’re Looking For

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited nursing program required; BSN preferred.
• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Current PALS certification if serving pediatric populations, or ability to obtain within three months of hire.
• Previous nursing experience in pre‑operative, ambulatory, acute care, medical‑surgical, or a related clinical setting preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and decision‑making skills.
• Knowledge of pre‑operative assessment processes and clinical documentation practices.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills.
• A passion for supporting colleagues, sharing knowledge, and contributing to a positive team environment.

The Ideal Candidate

You are a confident and approachable nurse who leads by example. You enjoy helping others grow, take initiative when challenges arise, and understand the importance of balancing patient needs with efficient daily operations.

You bring sound clinical judgment, strong communication skills, and a commitment to delivering exceptional patient care. You don’t have to have held a formal leadership title, but you should be comfortable serving as a resource, providing guidance, and helping a team succeed.

Why Join Boulder Surgery Center?

At Boulder Surgery Center, we recognize that exceptional patient care starts with a strong, supported team. We value collaboration, professionalism, continuous improvement, and a commitment to doing what's best for our patients.

This role offers an opportunity to expand your leadership skills, make a meaningful contribution to daily operations, and help shape the quality and consistency of care delivered by the PST team.

Benefits:

Company‑Paid Benefits

• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance – Guardian
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Safe Harbor Contribution

Additional Benefit Options

• Medical Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short‑Term Disability
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• Optional Protection Benefits, including Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Cancer Care, and Critical Illness Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan

Ready to take the next step in your nursing career? We’d love to meet you!

Closing Date:

This position will be open for a minimum of 3 days and will remain open until a top candidate is identified.

Boulder Surgery Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Our hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.