PRN Pre/Post Operative Registered Nurse

YELLOWSTONE SURGERY CENTER•Billings, MT

3d•$37 - $52•Onsite

About The Position

The Pre-Op/Phase 1 PACU, Phase 2 Post-Op Registered Nurse plays a vital role in delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality surgical patient care throughout the perioperative experience. This position provides direct nursing care, patient education, assessment, monitoring, and recovery support for patients before and after surgery. While working closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and the surgical team, the RN ensures patients receive individualized care while at Yellowstone Surgery Center.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Current State RN license
Current CPR certification
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to function in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment

Nice To Haves

Prefer three years of PACU/Pre-Op experience, preferably in an ambulatory surgery center
ACLS certification preferred /or obtained ASAP after the start of employment
PALS certification preferred /or obtained ASAP after the start of employment
Will consider 2 years of ICU experience instead of PACU experience

Responsibilities

Provide safe, therapeutic, and quality patient care to pre-operative and post-anesthesia patients utilizing the nursing process and nursing diagnosis while setting appropriate priorities
Carry out physician orders accurately, promptly, and document all activities appropriately
Complete patient charting accurately, concisely, and promptly
Complete discharge procedures safely, including post-operative instructions and assisting patients to their vehicles
Respond appropriately in emergent situations
Follow AORN Recommended Practices and Center policies at all times
Communicate and interact with patients and families in a positive, supportive, and professional manner
Initiate and participate in patient and family education
Make pre-op phone calls for verbal patient assessments and review pre-operative instructions
Perform post-op phone calls and communicate concerns or problems as needed
Communicate appropriate patient care information to surgeons and anesthesiologists
Work closely with the surgical team using a multidisciplinary approach to patient care
Assist visitors, staff, and physicians while demonstrating excellent guest relations
Participate in the orientation of new employees, students, and approved program participants
Attend and participate in staff meetings, communication groups, and in-service programs
Work in a spirit of teamwork and trust while maintaining professional boundaries
Demonstrate respectful behavior toward patients, families, physicians, and co-workers at all times
Participate in quality assurance monitoring
Observe all safety precautions and comply with facility health and safety procedures
Adhere to OSHA guidelines for Universal Precautions and proper use of PPE
Maintain required professional licenses and certifications
Comply with cost containment practices
Accept responsibility for personal conduct and professional behavior
Perform duties in various peri-operative areas as requested by the supervisor
Demonstrate flexibility to support operational and patient care needs
Perform other duties as assigned