RN Pre-Op (PRN) - No Evenings, Weekends

Capitol Pain Institute; Lone Tree (CO); On-site; USD 56,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Per Diem schedule

Job summary

CPIhealth in Lone Tree, CO is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) for a Per Diem role in our Ambulatory Surgery Center. You will support pre-, intra-, and post-anesthesia care within a multidisciplinary team.

Key responsibilities include pre/post-operative calls, aseptic technique, sedation monitoring, EMR usage, and ensuring equipment readiness. HIPAA compliance and strong communication are essential for patient safety.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Associate or Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.
• Successful completion of an accredited Registered Nursing program, ASN/BSN.
• Perioperative, OR, or ambulatory surgery nursing experience preferred.
• Experience with EMR (NextGen/ECW) preferred.
• Ability to independently apply skills within nursing scope of practice.

Responsibilities

• Conducts pre- and post-operative phone calls with patients and communicates concerns to the appropriate provider.
• Maintains competencies to function in the RN role within the assigned area.
• Applies and enforces asepsis, sterile technique, infection prevention and universal precautions.
• Monitors patients receiving moderate/conscious sedation per policy and ACLS guidelines.
• Verifies surgeon preference cards and ensures instrumentation/implants availability.

Skills

Pre/postoperative nursing

Asepsis & sterile technique

Sedation monitoring

EMR proficiency

HIPAA compliance

Communication skills

Emergency response (ACLS)

Education

ASN/BSN degree

Accredited RN program

Tools

NextGen EMR

ECW EMR

Job description

Description

CPIhealth is a multidisciplinary team dedicated to providing compassionate and comprehensive care to individuals experiencing chronic pain. With state-of-the-art facilities, advanced technology, and a collaborative environment, we offer a platform for healthcare providers to excel in their specialties while making a profound difference in the lives of those we serve.

As you consider your next career move, we invite you to join us in redefining pain management through innovation, expertise, and a commitment to improving patient outcomes. Together, we can shape the future of healthcare and positively impact countless lives.

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) on a Per Diem basis in our Ambulatory Surgery Center in Lone Tree, CO.

Our nurses play a critical role in taking care of our patients from pre-operative, intraoperative and post-anesthesia care.

Requirements

• Conducts pre- and post-operative phone calls with patients and communicates any concerns to the appropriate provider or team member.
• Maintains competencies required to function in the RN role within the specific assigned area.
• Actively applies and enforces principles of asepsis, sterile technique, infection prevention, and universal precautions throughout all phases of patient care.
• Monitors patients receiving moderate/conscious sedation, including assessment of airway status, level of consciousness, hemodynamic stability, oxygenation, and pain response, in accordance with applicable standards and the organization’s sedation policy.
• Collects, labels, and ensures proper chain of custody for surgical specimens in accordance with facility policy and laboratory requirements.
• Responds promptly and competently to clinical emergencies within the ASC, including but not limited to anaphylaxis, malignant hyperthermia, respiratory distress, and cardiac arrest, in accordance with established emergency protocols and ACLS guidelines.
• Verifies surgeon preference card accuracy prior to each case, confirms availability of required instrumentation and implants, and communicates any discrepancies or missing items to the appropriate team member in advance of the procedure.
• Driving may be required when working in clinic roles.
• Demonstrates competency in and routinely performs duties in at least one of the following specialized surgical areas: *Surgical (Circulator): Applies and monitors principles of aseptic technique throughout the intra-operative period. Assists provider by ensuring all necessary equipment is available and ready. Efficiently turns over rooms between patients following proper cleaning technique. Communicates all breaches of aseptic technique immediately to the provider and circulating nurse. *Triage: Effectively communicates with patient regarding triage needs. Documents accurately in EMR, creates encounters as needed, properly updates and utilizes medication module. Tasks and communicates with providers regarding triage needs. *Preceptor: Effectively communicates with other employees by teaching and directing them as to the responsibilities of the job; communicates with manager regarding progress of trainee. Monitors trainee and does not leave them unassisted until they are able to perform their role independently. Actively and enthusiastically participates in the orientation process striving for independence and success of the trainee. Assists trainee in the completion of all required competencies and skill checklists.
• Protects patient privacy and demonstrates understanding of HIPAA and PHI requirements.

This job description should not be interpreted as an exhaustive list of responsibilities or as an employment agreement between the employer and the employee. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification and are subject to change as the employer's needs and the job change.

Knowledge, Experience & Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Associate or Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.
• Successful completion of an accredited Registered Nursing program, ASN/BSN.
• Perioperative, OR, or ambulatory surgery nursing experience preferred.
• Experience with EMR (NextGen/ECW) preferred.
• Ability to independently apply skills and job knowledge within the nursing scope of practice and with provider supervision.
• Strong organizational, judgment, communication and analytical skills; sometimes under pressure.
• Ability to multi-task and perform multiple priorities.
• Cooperative and professional behavior toward patients, peers, providers, management and visitors.
• Demonstrates emotional intelligence, situational awareness, and the ability to synthesize information to draw sound clinical conclusions.
• Ability to promote favorable facility image with patients, providers, insurance companies and general public.
• Ability to independently make decisions and solve problems; ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Strong knowledge of surgical procedures, anesthesia, and perioperative nursing protocols.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide compassionate care to patients and their families.
• Proficiency in using electronic medical records systems and other medical software.

Licenses & Certifications

• Current state registration as a Registered Nurse.
• BLS certified or obtain certification within three months of hire.
• ACLS certified or obtain certification within the first year of hire. For OR/Procedure circulating, ACLS must be obtained within 6 months of hire.

Pay Rate: $41 - $50 per hour, depending on experience

Schedule: Per Diem (PRN)

Dress Code: Scrubs

Location: 8500 Park Meadows Dr, Suite 200, Lone Tree, CO 80124

Benefits plan including:

• 401(k) with matching