RN Preop Holding

St. Charles Health System, Inc.; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Charles Health System is seeking a dedicated RN to join the Preop Holding team in Bend, Oregon.

The nurse will provide patient- and family-centered care during the preoperative experience, coordinate with the care team, and ensure safe medication administration and accurate documentation in the EMR. The role requires current Oregon RN license, BLS, ACLS and PALS on hire, along with acute care experience.

Qualifications

• Current Oregon RN license and BLS; ACLS and PALS on hire.
• Minimum 2 years acute care hospital experience.
• BSN preferred; strong communication and teamwork.
• Ability to wear PPE; knowledge of safety and infection control.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient condition and plan care with clinical judgment.
• Administer medications accurately per policies.
• Document patient care in EMR and maintain confidentiality.
• Collaborate with care teams and promote continuous improvement.
• Provide therapeutic presence and patient-family centered care.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Computer skills (EMR, MS Office)

Education

RN license (Oregon)

BSN (preferred)

BLS certificate

ACLS (on hire)

PALS (on hire)

Tools

EMR systems

MS Office

Lean principles

Job description

RN Preop Holding### RN Preop HoldingApply: Bend, OR: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 4, 2026 (7 days left to apply): R1023125Full-Time, Days**ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM****JOB DESCRIPTION****TITLE:** RN – Preop Holding - Bend**REPORTS TO POSITION:** Department Manager/Director**DEPARTMENT:** Varies**DATE LAST REVIEWED:** December 2025**OUR VISION:** Creating America’s healthiest community, together**OUR MISSION:** In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value**OUR VALUES:** Accountability, Caring and Teamwork**DEPARTMENT SUMMARY:** The **Preop Holding RN** position provides specialized care to a variety of patient populations during the preoperative experience.**POSITION OVERVIEW:** The **RN** provides quality patient and family centered care as a member of the health care team in accordance with SCHS mission, philosophy, policies, and procedures. Applies standards for professional nursing practice and focuses clinical care to enhance the experience for patients, families, and all others. As a nurse, this position will oversee the work of other caregivers, providing specific care to assigned patient(s) throughout the shift, as required under the scope of the RN licensure.**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:**Maintains and demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of nursing principles, practices, standards, and techniques and applies this knowledge in accordance with St. Charles Health System policies and procedures and within laws and regulations governing nursing practice in the State of Oregon. Assesses the patient’s condition and needs using critical thinking and clinical judgment: sets outcomes; implements appropriate nursing actions and collaborates with other disciplines to meet the patient’s/family’s physical, emotional, spiritual, social, and intellectual needs; and evaluates patient’s progress.Calculates dosages and administers medications accurately in accordance with St. Charles Health System policies and procedures for medication administration.Documents all patient care with proficiency in compliance with hospital policies, procedures and regulatory agencies. Demonstrates awareness of and supports St. Charles departmental and operating unit goals through participation in continuous quality improvement and departmental activities.Participates in activities that promote professional growth and development of self and others.Communicates (both written and orally) effectively and maintains professional relationships with caregivers, medical staff, patients, and guests.Identifies work-related problems with possible solutions and implements solution(s) within scope of practice, as appropriate.Supports the vision, mission and values of the organization in all respects.Supports Lean principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.Participates in creating a healing environment that supports all aspects of the care environment and the wholeness of each individual, patient and caregiver.Participates in creating intentional relationships and demonstrates focused attitudes and behaviors that enhance the care experience.Provides a therapeutic presence in service to others by purposefully responding to the needs of patients in a caring way, including introducing oneself and explaining role in patient’s care, asking the patient his or her preferred name, sitting with the patient to determine his or her care goals, active listening, communicating effectively and appropriately through touch, eye contact, etc.Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guestsConducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting the organization’s corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings.Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate.May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.**EDUCATION:** **Required:** As required by RN licensure.**Preferred:** BSN**LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:****Required:** Current Oregon RN license. AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification. ACLS. PALS upon hire. **Preferred:** Department specific acute care certification. (i.e. CNOR, CAPA, CPAN)**EXPERIENCE:** **Required:** 2 years of acute care or higher experience in a hospital setting, level II or above within the last five years. **Preferred:** 1 year of recent pre-operative experience with a variety of patient populations within the last five years.**PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:**Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely.**ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:****General:**Must have excellent communication skills and ability to interact with a diverse population and professionally represent SCHS.Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.Strong teamwork and collaborative skills.Strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills.Basic to intermediate ability and experience with computer applications, specifically electronic medical records system and MS Office.**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:**Continually (75% or more): Standing and walking, keyboard operation, use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech level.Frequently (50%): Sitting, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 1-25 pounds. The use and operation of a motor vehicle for Home Health and Wound Caregivers.Occasionally (25%): Bending, stooping/kneeling/crouching, climbing ladder/stepstool (varies by area), reaching overhead, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 25-50 pounds, grasping/squeezing, ability to hear whispered speech level.Rarely (10%): Climbing stairs.Never (0%): Climbing ladder/stepstool (varies by area), operation of a motor vehicle.Exposure to Elemental FactorsRarely (10%): Wet/slippery area, chemical solution.Never (0%): Heat, cold, noise, dust, vibration, uneven surface.Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure CategoryRisk for Exposure to BBP.Schedule Weekly Hours:40Caregiver Type:RegularShift:First Shift (United States of America)Is Exempt Position?NoJob Family:REGISTERED NURSE ACUTE CAREScheduled Days of the Week:As Scheduled (may include weekends and holidays)Shift Start & End Time:0545-1615### About UsSt. Charles Health System is a private, nonprofit organization, dedicated to providing high-quality care and the latest in health care technology to the communities it serves. Headquartered in Bend, Ore., St. Charles is an integrated delivery system, with a strong focus on population health, that provides a full range of evidence-based health care services within a 32,000-square-mile area in Central and Eastern Oregon. The health system owns and operates a trauma level II, tertiary referral center in Bend, a trauma level III, type B rural hospital in Redmond, and trauma level IV critical access hospitals in both Prineville and Madras. As the largest employer in Central Oregon, St. Charles Health System and St. Charles Medical Group care for our communities in more than two dozen outpatient clinics and in more than 20 specialty areas of medicine.For additional information, such as Career FAQ's, benefits, and why your dream job awaits, please visit our Careers site.### Meet a nurse recruiterWith a variety of nursing positions available, you can choose a career path that fits both your interests AND your lifestyle.Discover more about Nursing Careers at St. Charles or introduce yourself to a nurse recruiter today!### Need Help?Please click on the link for additional help on navigating the candidate site and features of the candidate home page.Candidate Home User Guide### COVID-19 Vaccination Policy:St. Charles Health System is required by the State of Oregon to ensure all health care workers are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have applied for and been granted a medical or religious exception that can be reasonably accommodated for their role ***prior to their first day of work.***