PRN: PreOp PACU Registered Nurse -

No Holidays, No Weekends and No call required!

The FT Preoperative and Postoperative Registered Nurse (RN) at Western Carolina Surgery Center is a vital member of our healthcare team, providing exceptional preoperative and post op nursing care to patients without the requirement of working holidays, weekends, or on-call shifts. This position offers flexibility and an opportunity to contribute to patient care in a multispecialty surgery center setting.

Key Responsibilities:

Preoperative Duties:

1. Patient Assessment: Conduct thorough preoperative assessments to collect patient medical histories, vital signs, and current medications.

2. Patient Education: Educate patients and their families on the surgical process, postoperative care instructions, and any necessary preparations.

3. Medication Administration: Administer prescribed medications, including preoperative sedatives and antibiotics, in accordance with physician orders and best practices.

4. Infection Control: Ensure strict adherence to infection control protocols to minimize the risk of surgical site infections.

5. IV Line Management: Establish and maintain intravenous (IV) lines as required, and monitor fluid and electrolyte balance.

6. Collaboration: Collaborate closely with the surgical team, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure the smooth flow of preoperative preparations.

Postoperative Duties:

1. Recovery Care: Provide postoperative care to patients in the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU), monitoring vital signs, pain levels, and overall well-being.

2. Patient Advocacy: Advocate for patients' comfort and safety, managing pain and addressing any immediate postoperative concerns.

3. Assessment: Continuously assess patients for signs of complications or adverse reactions, taking prompt action as needed.

4. Medication Management: Administer postoperative medications, including pain management and antiemetics, while closely monitoring their effects.

5. Documentation: Maintain accurate and comprehensive patient records, documenting all care provided, observations, and patient responses.

6. Discharge Planning: Collaborate with the surgical team to ensure patients are ready for discharge and providing discharge instructions.

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Required Skills

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with a current RN license in the state of North Carolina.
• Previous experience in a preoperative and postoperative nursing role.
• BLS and ACLS Certifications are required.
• Excellent Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare colleagues.
• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team, adapting to a fast-paced surgical environment.
• Availability: This PRN position offers flexibility, with no holidays, no weekends, and no on-call requirements.

USPI complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.

Required Experience

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with a current RN license in the state of North Carolina.
• Previous experience in a preoperative and postoperative nursing role.
• BLS and ACLS Certifications are required.
• Excellent Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare colleagues.
• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team, adapting to a fast-paced surgical environment.
• Availability: This PRN position offers flexibility, with no holidays, no weekends, and no on-call requirements.

USPI complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.