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Pre-Operative Registered Nurse
The
Pre-Operative Registered Nurse
is responsible for performing comprehensive physical and psychological assessments and initiating individualized pre-operative care plans to ensure safe, high-quality patient care.
Schedule
Monday-Friday
2-3 days per week
Hours: Approximately 6:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m., with 1-2 late days as needed
Education, Training, and Experience Required
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Pre-Operative Nurse
Completion of a critical care course, including basic arrhythmia interpretation
Current CPR certification
Preferred
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
ACLS certification
Operating Room circulation experience
Scrubbing and Sterile Processing Department (SPD) experience
Reporting Relationship
Reports to the Director of Nursing, Area Manager, or Supervisor
Key Responsibilities Patient Care & Assessment
Perform comprehensive physical and psychological assessments prior to surgery or treatment
Initiate and manage individualized pre-operative care plans
Verify patient identity using armband and verbal confirmation
Obtain and document vital signs, medical history, and physical assessment
Assess patient understanding of procedures and verify surgical consent accuracy
Obtain consent signatures when appropriate
Verify surgical site with the patient
Assess and address patient anxiety, providing comfort and emotional support
Maintain patient privacy, safety, and comfort at all times
Pre-Operative Preparation
Review daily surgery schedules and obtain physician orders as needed
Administer pre-operative medications as prescribed and monitor patients until transfer to the OR
Initiate IV therapy using aseptic technique
Prepare procedure rooms and set up patient care equipment
Ensure physician orders, history and physicals, and documentation are complete
Communicate test abnormalities or concerns to surgeons, anesthesiologists, and perioperative staff
Patient & Family Education
Provide and review pre-operative instructions with patients and families, including:
Arrival time
NPO status
Clothing requirements
Approximate length of stay
Medication instructions
Post-operative home care needs
Requirement for a responsible adult to drive the patient home
Overview of the day-of-surgery experience
Keep family members informed of patient progress
Documentation & Compliance
Accurately document assessments, care, and medications in the patient record
Adhere to all facility policies and procedures
Maintain patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance
Professional Conduct
Report to work as scheduled or notify management promptly if unable to report
Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor
Foster positive working relationships with physicians, staff, and leadership
Demonstrate a patient-focused and quality-driven approach
Perform all duties in a timely and professional manner
Complete additional duties as assigned by management
Physical Demands
Ability to maintain high levels of visual and auditory acuity
Frequent movement throughout the facility; ability to sit or stand for extended periods
Ability to lift, push, pull, and position patients and equipment
Lift up to:
5 lbs constantly
10 lbs frequently
30 lbs occasionally
Up to 40 lbs occasionally during patient care
Up to 100 lbs rarely with assistance
Ability to perform overhead, low-reaching, and repetitive movements
Continuing Education & Professional Development
Maintain current CPR certification
Complete required continuing education credits
Participate in all in-service training programs
Demonstrate commitment to ongoing professional development
Learn and adapt to new procedures, equipment, and technologies
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Pre-Operative Registered Nurse
is responsible for performing comprehensive physical and psychological assessments and initiating individualized pre-operative care plans to ensure safe, high-quality patient care.
Schedule
Monday-Friday
2-3 days per week
Hours: Approximately 6:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m., with 1-2 late days as needed
Education, Training, and Experience Required
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Pre-Operative Nurse
Completion of a critical care course, including basic arrhythmia interpretation
Current CPR certification
Preferred
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
ACLS certification
Operating Room circulation experience
Scrubbing and Sterile Processing Department (SPD) experience
Reporting Relationship
Reports to the Director of Nursing, Area Manager, or Supervisor
Key Responsibilities Patient Care & Assessment
Perform comprehensive physical and psychological assessments prior to surgery or treatment
Initiate and manage individualized pre-operative care plans
Verify patient identity using armband and verbal confirmation
Obtain and document vital signs, medical history, and physical assessment
Assess patient understanding of procedures and verify surgical consent accuracy
Obtain consent signatures when appropriate
Verify surgical site with the patient
Assess and address patient anxiety, providing comfort and emotional support
Maintain patient privacy, safety, and comfort at all times
Pre-Operative Preparation
Review daily surgery schedules and obtain physician orders as needed
Administer pre-operative medications as prescribed and monitor patients until transfer to the OR
Initiate IV therapy using aseptic technique
Prepare procedure rooms and set up patient care equipment
Ensure physician orders, history and physicals, and documentation are complete
Communicate test abnormalities or concerns to surgeons, anesthesiologists, and perioperative staff
Patient & Family Education
Provide and review pre-operative instructions with patients and families, including:
Arrival time
NPO status
Clothing requirements
Approximate length of stay
Medication instructions
Post-operative home care needs
Requirement for a responsible adult to drive the patient home
Overview of the day-of-surgery experience
Keep family members informed of patient progress
Documentation & Compliance
Accurately document assessments, care, and medications in the patient record
Adhere to all facility policies and procedures
Maintain patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance
Professional Conduct
Report to work as scheduled or notify management promptly if unable to report
Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor
Foster positive working relationships with physicians, staff, and leadership
Demonstrate a patient-focused and quality-driven approach
Perform all duties in a timely and professional manner
Complete additional duties as assigned by management
Physical Demands
Ability to maintain high levels of visual and auditory acuity
Frequent movement throughout the facility; ability to sit or stand for extended periods
Ability to lift, push, pull, and position patients and equipment
Lift up to:
5 lbs constantly
10 lbs frequently
30 lbs occasionally
Up to 40 lbs occasionally during patient care
Up to 100 lbs rarely with assistance
Ability to perform overhead, low-reaching, and repetitive movements
Continuing Education & Professional Development
Maintain current CPR certification
Complete required continuing education credits
Participate in all in-service training programs
Demonstrate commitment to ongoing professional development
Learn and adapt to new procedures, equipment, and technologies
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