PRE-OP RN – Pre-Operative Registered Nurse – Up to $20K Bonus – FT, PT, PRN

SPECIALTY UNIT: Pre-Operative – Pre-Op

LOCATION: Littleton, CO

SHIFT: Days (On Call REQUIRED)

JOB TYPE: Full-Time & Part Time Permanent & PRN*15%Differential for PRN

Up to $20,000 Bonus based on experience*Does not apply to PRN

Must live within 30 miles

Job Description:

We are in search of a great Preoperative Registered Nurse to perform thorough preoperative patient assessment required in the outpatient setting. Performs safe and individualized nursing care for the patient in the immediate postoperative/post- anesthesia period. Surveils patients and administers physician's orders during both the preoperative and postoperative stages.

Responsibilities:

The Preoperative Nurse will be responsible for planning, executing and evaluating the nursing care rendered preoperatively.

• Prepare your patient's care area adequately before each case.

• Ensure availability of necessary equipment and supplies for your patient's procedure.

• Conduct a complete physical and psychological assessment while evaluating your patient's history and diagnostic tests.

• Review your patient's charts prior to surgery.

• Administer pre-operative medications and intravenous therapy as prescribed.

• Monitor your patients until transfer to the OR.

Job Benefits:

• Competitive salary

• Direct Deposit

• 401K

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision benefits

• Employee discount program

• Excellent room for growth and advancement

Requirements:

• Active RN license within the State of Colorado.

• Graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing – ASN.

• BLS from the American Heart Association required

• 1 year of experience in a PACU or ICU setting preferred