RN - Pre-Surgery Unit - Days - Part-time
About The Position
The Pre-Surgery Unit at Woman’s Hospital provides care to patients preparing for surgical procedures. The RN helps ensure patients are physically and emotionally ready for surgery through preoperative assessment, review of medical histories and surgical consents, IV initiation, medication administration, and patient education. The nurse collaborates with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and other surgical team members to coordinate care, promote patient safety, and support a smooth transition to the operating room. This is a part-time, day-shift position. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 2–3 shifts per week, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Pay is $30.49–$48.78, plus PRN and shift differentials. Woman’s Hospital is a specialty hospital dedicated to the care of women and infants. The organization highlights advanced care, inclusive decision-making and shared governance, and professional development. It is an equal opportunity employer.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited school of registered nursing.
- Current licensure by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing.
Nice To Haves
- Nursing experience is preferred, but not required.
Responsibilities
- Assess, instruct, and prepare patients prior to surgery.
- Ensure operative and informed consents are signed and correct.
- Take and record patients’ vital statistics to assess readiness for surgery.
- Initiate IVs and ensure patients are informed about the procedure.
- Provide education and emotional support appropriate to patients’ age, culture, condition, and circumstances.
- Coordinate nursing care with all disciplines of the surgical team to achieve defined patient outcomes.
- Maintain a safe environment through technical and aseptic practice.
- Direct and assist in the care and handling of supplies, equipment, and instruments.
- Document care according to standards of care and practice, patient acuity, and clinical priority.
- Provide patient-centric care consistent with professional nursing practice standards, ANA Standards, and the Louisiana Nurse Practice Act.
- Perform other duties assigned by Department management according to policies and procedures and Woman’s Hospital’s mission.
Benefits
- Professional development is part of the organization’s culture.
- PRN and shift differentials are offered.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
