Registered Nurse PreOp
Orthopaedic Surgery Centers of San Antonio
San Antonio, Texas
- Eligibility
- 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 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…
Worth asking
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More questions to askFewer questions
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
Your fit
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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?
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