Registered Nurse (RN), Outpatient Services - Same-Day Surgery

Lifepoint Health•Wilson, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Outpatient Services department at Wilson Medical Center provides comprehensive preoperative and postoperative care for patients undergoing surgical procedures. Our RNs ensure patients are fully prepared for surgery — medically, emotionally, and educationally — and play a critical role in postoperative recovery and discharge readiness. The team collaborates closely with surgeons, anesthesia, procedural staff, and ancillary departments to deliver safe, efficient, patient‑centered care.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited nursing program (Associate’s degree required)
Current/active North Carolina or compact RN license
BLS required within 1 week of hire
ACLS required within 6 months of hire
Ability to understand, communicate, and respond effectively to patient and family needs
Strong critical-thinking skills
Ability to work well under pressure while maintaining customer focus

Nice To Haves

Medical‑Surgical nursing experience
Strong competencies in patient education and perioperative coordination

Responsibilities

Assesses patient health status and identifies risks prior to surgery
Orders and/or reviews preoperative tests and documentation
Educates patients and families about surgery, medications, and recovery expectations
Helps plan postoperative care needs and discharge readiness
Provides safe, evidence‑based preoperative and postoperative nursing care
Implements individualized care plans and revises them as needed
Evaluates patient responses and outcomes
Collaborates with physicians, anesthesia, and interdisciplinary partners
Administers medications, treatments, and therapies
Communicates effectively with patients and oversees the provision of care
Accurately documents assessments, interventions, and patient progress
Maintains equipment, supplies, and work areas
Assists with orientation of new employees
Supports departmental operations and performance improvement initiatives