RN - Preoperative Education

RN - Preoperative Education (021326.5) FULL TIME Job Description

Posted Friday, February 13, 2026 at 9:00 AM

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At Bitterroot Health, we combine the beauty of Montana's Bitterroot Valley with our commitment to high-quality, personalized healthcare.

As the largest employer in Ravalli County, Bitterroot Health is deeply woven into the fabric of the Bitterroot Valley, offering accessible care and building lasting relationships with our neighbors.

Nestled between the Bitterroot and Sapphire Mountains, our location offers not only rewarding careers but also a lifestyle enriched with outdoor adventures, from hiking to fishing, in one of Montana's most stunning regions.

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Pre-operative Education RN opportunity in beautiful Hamilton, Montana!!

Bitterroot Health is seeking candidates to fill a Pre-operative Education RN position in our Surgical Services Dept. The Pre-op RN provides pre-op teaching and education for patients on the surgical procedure they have scheduled, performs an initial pre-operative assessment of the patient, obtains necessary patient information (H & P, pre-operative orders, previous medical records, consent) prior to the patient’s pre-operative appointment, coordinates ordered pre-operative testing, (Lab, EKG), and obtains results, and communicate abnormal values and/0r patient condition to applicable caregiver/provider.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing BSN or ADN
• Licensures, Certifications, Registrations: Current Montana or compact license per Montana State Board of Nursing Regulations. License in good standing without disciplinary action or investigation. Current BLS with ACLS and PALS within 6 months of hire.
• Job Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Knowledge and retention of preoperative testing needs and guidelines
• Experience: Preferred 2 years of work experience in Surgical Services

Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week
Benefits: This position is eligible for the full benefit package