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Registered Nurse PreOp

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Preoperative CarePerioperative CareSurgical Nursing

Posted Jul 14

Unit and setting
PreOp · Ambulatory Surgery
License
RN licenseCurrent Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
Term
Permanent

Do you qualify?

License
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
Experience
Previous experience in preoperative or surgical nursing is an advantage.
Also asks
Requires regular and predictable attendance.
Also asks
Strong assessment and critical thinking skills.
Also asks
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Also asks
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Also asks
Knowledge of surgical procedures and protocols.

What it pays

Against similar roles
In range for Texas staff rolesTexas staff postings that state pay run $28/hr to $63/hr, the middle half $35/hr to $51/hr, across 1,506 postings.

Benefits

  • Supportive work environment
  • Competitive salary
  • Opportunities for professional development

The workplace

Orthopaedic Surgery Centers of San Antonio
Ambulatory

Orthopaedic Surgery Centers of San Antonio is a specialized ambulatory surgical facility located in San Antonio, Texas (ZIP 78258), focused on orthopaedic surgical procedures. The center emphasizes a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach to surgical patient care. Working as a nurse here…

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Job Title: Registered Nurse - Preoperative Care

Full-Time

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our Preoperative Care team. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality nursing care to patients undergoing surgical procedures, ensuring their safety and comfort before surgery. This role requires strong clinical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to patient-centered care.

Key

Responsibilities

  • Conduct preoperative assessments and evaluations of patients.
  • Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the surgical team.
  • Educate patients and their families about the surgical process, preoperative instructions, and postoperative care.
  • Monitor patients' vital signs and overall health status prior to surgery.
  • Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician.
  • Assist in preparing patients for surgery, including the management of preoperative documentation.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation.
  • Adhere to infection control protocols and safety standards.

Requirements

  • Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
  • Previous experience in preoperative or surgical nursing is an advantage.
  • Strong assessment and critical thinking skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Knowledge of surgical procedures and protocols.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
  • Requires regular and predictable attendance.

We offer a supportive work environment, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional development. If you are passionate about providing exceptional care to patients and are looking to make a difference in their surgical journey, we encourage you to apply.

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What's around it?

In San Antonio, TX

San Antonio, TXFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 5% below the US average

Median rent
$1,324/mo
Household income
$65,056/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

See San Antonio, TX

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