Pre-operative Registered Nurse – Addison, TX – Days and nights

Pre-Operative – Pre-Op - Registered Nurse

POSITION TYPE: Registered Nurse (RN)

SPECIALTY UNIT: Pre-Operative – Pre-Op

LOCATION: Addison, TX

JOB TYPE: Full-Time Permanent

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:

• Degree from accredited nursing program
• License as registered nurse in the state the facility is located
• Current BLS, ACLS and PALS (PALS certification must be completed within 3 months of hire)
• Minimum of one year work experience as a Registered Nurse on a (Pre-Op) or in a an acute care hospital setting preferred