LVN​/LPN Preoperative Nurse

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate LVN/LPN to join our clinical team. This role is responsible for admitting patients to the clinical area and providing high-quality nursing care to preoperative patients. Working under the supervision of an RN, the LVN/LPN assists in developing and implementing individualised nursing care plans. Our Center operates on a teamwork-based staffing model, and employees may be cross-trained in other clinical areas as needed.

Under direct supervision of the RN, the LVN/LPN will:

• Maintain a clean, safe, and therapeutic preoperative environment.
• Ensure all necessary supplies and equipment are available and functioning.
• Admit patients and prepare them for scheduled procedures.
• Ensure the RN completes initial assessments and identifies patient care needs.
• Explain nursing procedures to reduce patient anxiety.
• Monitor patient conditions and report significant changes to the RN, admitting physician, or anaesthesiologist.
• Verify surgical consents, preoperative test results, and H&P documentation before procedures.
• Communicate relevant health history to the OR team.
• Provide emotional support to patients and families.
• Accurately document all patient care in the medical record.
• Implement physician orders promptly and correctly.
• Educate patients and family members on care instructions.
• Perform additional nursing duties as assigned.
• Maintain departmental policies, procedures, and patient confidentiality.
• Build effective working relationships with patients, families, and staff.
• Participate in Quality Improvement activities.
• Maintain required clinical competencies, including age-specific and drug administration skills.

• Graduate of an accredited LVN/LPN program.
• Current Texas LVN/LPN license.
• BLS (CPR/AED) certification—hands-on training required.
• Previous preoperative care experience preferred.

• Operation of vital signs monitoring equipment.
• ACLS certification preferred.
• Knowledge of Standard Precautions.
• IV therapy experience.

• Ability to monitor patients and implement nursing interventions effectively.
• Compliance with facility policies and required education programs.
• Practices within the Texas Nurse Practice Act with accountability for all actions.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to changing patient conditions.

• Ability to read, write, and communicate clearly.
• Ability to understand and solve basic to complex problems.
• Constant walking, standing, and lifting.
• Frequent crouching, stooping, bending, reaching, and twisting.
• Ability to lift, pull, or push average patient weight with assistance.
• Ability to see, hear, and distinguish color.
• Strong ability to multitask and prioritise in a fast-paced environment.