RN - PreOp (Surgical)

tms; St. Helena (CA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health St. Helena in St. Helena, CA is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for a 13-week Pre-Op (Surgical) Contract.

The role involves pre-operative assessment, patient education, and coordination with surgical teams to ensure protocols are completed prior to procedures. This day-shift position requires strong critical thinking in a fast-paced surgical services setting. Active RN license (CA or compact) is required with 2+ years of nursing experience preferred; BSN preferred.

Qualifications

• Active RN license CA or compact required/eligible.
• Minimum 2 years nursing experience preferred.
• Pre-Op, PACU, or Surgical Services experience preferred.
• Strong assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to manage multiple surgical patients in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre-operative nursing care for surgical patients and assess readiness.
• Coordinate with surgical teams and ensure pre-op protocols are completed.
• Educate patients and prepare them for the procedure in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

RN license CA/Compact

2+ years nursing experience

Pre-Op/PACU/Surgical Services

Strong assessment

Multi-patient management

Education

BSN

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) - Pre-Op (Surgical) Contract

Facility: Adventist Health St. Helena
Location: St. Helena, CA
Address: 10 Woodland Rd, St. Helena, CA 94574
Duration: 13 Weeks
Schedule: Variable | Monday-Friday | 5x8s (Start times fluctuate) | No Call
Shift: Day shift (1st 8-hour shift)
Pay Rate: $58 - $60/hr
Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,320 - $2,400/week (40 hrs/week)

Job Summary

Provide pre-operative nursing care for surgical patients, including assessment, preparation for surgery, patient education, coordination with surgical teams, and ensuring all pre-op protocols are completed before procedures. Work in a fast-paced surgical services environment with focus on safety, efficiency, and patient readiness.

Requirements

Active RN license (CA or compact eligible)

Minimum 2 years nursing experience preferred

Experience in Pre-Op, PACU, or Surgical Services preferred

Strong assessment and critical thinking skills

Ability to manage multiple surgical patients in a fast-paced environment

Required Credentials

RN License (CA or compact) - Required

BLS (AHA or ARC) - Required

ACLS (AHA or ARC) - Required

BSN - Preferred

No call requirement

Surgical outpatient/pre-op focus

OPS (Outpatient Surgery) experience strongly preferred