Surgery Center of Wasilla - Full-Time RN PreOp/PACU
About The Position
Under the direction of Clinical Leadership, the PreOp/PACU RN provides comprehensive care to patients before and after surgery, ensuring their safety and well-being throughout the perioperative period. The role includes preparing patients for surgery and monitoring their vital signs and overall condition through discharge. The RN assesses patients’ physical, psychosocial and family, cultural, personal-belief or restriction, cognitive, pain, and comfort needs, and communicates with staff to support performance improvement and quality care. This is a full-time position with a Monday–Friday schedule and no call, weekend, or holiday work.
Requirements
- Minimum two years of nursing experience.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
- RN license in the appropriate state.
- BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nursing.
- ASC experience.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate patients’ physical and mental health, gather relevant medical history, and prepare them for surgery, including assessing the surgical site and airway and administering pre-operative medications and IV fluids as needed.
- Explain the surgical procedure and what to expect during and after surgery to patients and family members.
- Prepare the surgical site, verify informed consent, and implement safety protocols to prevent complications.
- Conduct venipuncture and blood draws as needed.
- Communicate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other surgical team members to support coordinated patient care.
- Monitor vital signs, oxygen levels, and patients’ overall condition as they recover from anesthesia.
- Administer pain medication and implement pain management strategies to support patient comfort.
- Recognize and manage complications during the post-operative period.
- Assess readiness for discharge or transfer and provide discharge instructions to patients and family members.
- Ensure necessary supplies, equipment, and medications are ready for use.
- Maintain accurate, current documentation of nursing care for use by the healthcare team.
- Operate designated equipment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
