Registered Nurse; RN; Perioperative Services​/Extended Stay Unit

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Perioperative Services / Extended Stay Unit Responsible To:
Director of Nursing Position Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides comprehensive nursing care across the perioperative continuum, including preadmission testing, pre-anesthesia assessment, operating room circulating, post-anesthesia care, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure safe, high-quality patient care before, during, and after surgical procedures. Recent Medical-Surgical nursing experience is required to support patient assessment, clinical decision-making, and post-operative care.

• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments prior to surgical procedures.
• Review medical history, medications, allergies, laboratory results, and diagnostic studies.
• Identify and communicate potential surgical or anesthesia risks to appropriate providers.
• Provide patient education regarding preoperative instructions, medication management, and procedural expectations.
• Coordinate necessary testing and follow-up to ensure surgical readiness.

• Assess, monitor, and care for patients during the preoperative and postoperative phases.
• Recognize and respond appropriately to changes in patient condition.
• Monitor vital signs, pain levels, airway status, and recovery progression following anesthesia.
• Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and nursing standards.
• Provide patient and family education regarding recovery and discharge instructions.

• Function as the circulating nurse during surgical procedures.
• Ensure a safe and sterile environment in accordance with infection prevention and regulatory standards.
• Verify patient identity, procedure, consent, and surgical site prior to surgery.
• Coordinate communication among the surgical team throughout procedures.
• Document intraoperative care accurately and completely.
• Assist with patient positioning, equipment preparation, and specimen handling.

• Provide ongoing assessment and nursing care for patients requiring extended observation following procedures. Overnight stay or assisting in patients discharge.
• Monitor patient recovery, pain management, fluid status, and postoperative complications.
• Collaborate with physicians and ancillary staff to facilitate discharge planning and continuity of care.
• Educate patients and families regarding post-discharge care and follow-up requirements.
• Escalate changes in patient condition promptly and appropriately.

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Minimum of 2 years of recent Medical-Surgical nursing experience.
• Current BLS certification.
• Ability to assess, prioritize, and manage care for patients with varying acuity levels.
• Strong communication, organizational, and critical-thinking skills.

• Previous experience in preadmission testing, perioperative nursing, PACU, or ambulatory surgery.
• ACLS certification.
• CNOR and/or CPAN/CAPA certification.
• Experience with electronic medical records (EMR).

• Comprehensive knowledge of perioperative nursing standards and practices.
• Ability to provide patient-centered care throughout the surgical contimuum.
• Strong clinical assessment and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a face-paced, multidisciplinary environment.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills.
• Commitment to patient safety, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance.

• Ambulatory surgery center and/or hospital surgical services setting.
• Requires standing, walking, lifting, bending, and assisting with patient transfers.
• May require participation in on-call rotations based on department needs

This position supports patient care across the full perioperative experience, utilizing both recent Medical-Surgical nursing expertise and specialized perioperative nursing skills to promote safe surgical outcomes and exceptional patient experiences.

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• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

• Perioperative Care
• Surgery

• ASC
• Outpatient

• Overtime pay

• Associate (Preferred)

• Nursing: 1 year (Required)

• BLS and ACLS Certification (Required)
• RN (Required)

In person