Registered Nurse - Pre/Post Op
About The Position
Rebound Surgery Center is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse to join its perioperative team. The position provides pre-operative and post-operative nursing care to patients undergoing surgical or procedural interventions. The RN delivers safe, evidence-based care and ensures compliance with federal Conditions for Coverage, Washington State licensure rules, and AORN perioperative nursing standards. The role is scheduled for four 10-hour day shifts, Monday through Friday. The RN supports patient safety and surgical excellence in a fast-paced ambulatory surgery center, working with the care team to promote a positive patient experience and a safe, efficient environment.
Requirements
- Active Washington State Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
- Maintain BLS certification through the American Heart Association.
- Maintain ACLS certification through the American Heart Association.
- Willingness to complete PALS certification through the American Heart Association as required.
- Strong assessment and clinical judgment skills consistent with Washington RN scope of practice and standards of nursing.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree, BS degree, or diploma in Nursing is strongly desired.
- One to two years of experience in Pre-Op, PACU, critical care, or emergency nursing is preferred.
- Experience with electronic medical records and perioperative workflows is recommended.
- Good assessment and airway management skills.
- IV skills and conscious sedation experience are preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform and document pre-operative nursing assessments, including verification of H&P, consent, allergies, NPO status, medication reconciliation, and required diagnostics.
- Validate patient identity, procedure, and surgical site according to facility policy and national safety standards.
- Assess patient risk factors and readiness for anesthesia and surgery, escalating abnormalities to anesthesia and the surgeon.
- Educate patients and families about procedure expectations, post-operative care, pain control, discharge instructions, and emergency contact information.
- Ensure compliance with infection-control measures, including pre-operative skin preparation, attire, and environmental controls.
- Receive handoff from the anesthesia and operating-room team using standardized communication tools.
- Continuously monitor airway, respiratory effort, oxygenation, hemodynamics, pain, temperature, and level of consciousness until the patient meets the center’s safe-discharge criteria.
- Provide post-operative interventions, including airway support, pain and nausea management, wound and IV-site care, and mobility assistance.
- Ensure compliance with the ASC’s post-anesthesia care requirements, including observation by qualified personnel until the patient is medically cleared.
- Reinforce discharge teaching and confirm understanding of home-care instructions, medication guidance, red-flag symptoms, and follow-up requirements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
