Pre-OP/PACU Registered Nurse - PRN
Listed on 2026-10-18
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Nursing
Surgical Assistant, Operating Room Nurse, RN Nurse
Kanas City Orthopedic Alliance is excited to announce the opening of our new Ambulatory Surgery Center – Center for Advanced Orthopedics located in Lenexa. We are seeking talented, dedicated professionals to join us as we build a team committed to excellence.
This new facility represents an exciting opportunity to be part of something from the ground up. Team members will play a key role in shaping the culture, delivering exceptional service, and helping us provide outstanding care and support to our patients and community.
Why Join Us?- Be part of a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility
- Collaborate with an experienced and supportive team
- Help establish processes and best practices from day one
- Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- Demonstrate professionalism and integrity
- Thrive in a collaborative environment
- Are committed to exceptional patient and customer experiences
- Bring enthusiasm, adaptability, and a positive attitude
We are seeking an experienced Pre-Op/PACU RN PRN to provide direct nursing care to orthopedic surgical patients before and after their procedures, ensuring safe, efficient preparation for surgery and appropriate post-anesthesia recovery prior to discharge.
Responsibilities Pre-Operative- Complete pre-operative patient assessment, health history review, and vital signs
- Verify surgical consent, H&P, labs, and orders are complete
- Initiate IV access and administer pre-op medications per orders
- Educate patients/families on procedure expectations and post-op care
- Confirm surgical site marking and correct-patient/procedure verification
- Coordinate timely patient flow to OR
- Monitor patients recovering from anesthesia (vital signs, airway, pain, level of consciousness)
- Manage post-operative pain control and nausea/vomiting per protocol
- Assess for surgical complications (bleeding, neurovascular status for ortho patients, e.g., checking extremity circulation/sensation/motion post-joint or extremity surgery)
- Apply/monitor orthopedic-specific post-op devices (slings, braces, ice/cryotherapy units, CPM machines)
- Educate patients and caregivers on discharge instructions, weight-bearing status, wound care, and home mobility precautions
- Determine readiness for discharge using standardized scoring (e.g., Aldrete score)
- Coordinate discharge planning, including durable medical equipment and mobility aids
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