Registered Nurse - PreOp​/PACU

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced RN who is driven by innovation and continuous improvement. We need an out‑of‑the‑box thinker who is solution‑focused and seeking a challenging environment. The ideal candidate is a compassionate RN with strong critical‑thinking skills who is passionate about ensuring a positive patient experience for our patients and their loved ones.

Saint Luke's East in Lee's Summit is seeking a Pre Op/PACU RN to join their Perianesthesia team. In this position, you will provide pre‑operative and post‑operative care to patients with various conditions and acuity levels undergoing procedures including orthopedics, total joints, sports medicine, GYN, urology, plastics, general surgery, ophthalmology, and some spine.

Full Time – Days.

• Provides pre‑operative and post‑operative care for inpatient and outpatient procedures.
• Utilizes the nursing process.
• Performs patient care, delegates patient care tasks, and supervises other patient care staff.
• Coordinates the plan of care for a group of assigned patients and consults with other members of the health care team when indicated to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Demonstrates proficiency and abides by policies, rules, guidelines, and procedures.

• 1 year of experience with Advanced Cardiac Life Support – American Heart Association or Red Cross.
• Registered Nurse (KS) – National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NURSYS).
• Registered Nurse (MO) – National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NURSYS).
• Associate Degree.
• Strong critical‑thinking and customer‑focused mindset.

Full Time – Day shift (United States of America).

Saint Luke's is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We celebrate diversity and encourage all employees to bring their authentic selves to work.