Pre/Post Op Registered Nurse (RN)
Core
Provide high-quality care to patients before and after surgical procedures, including preparing patients for surgery, monitoring recovery from anesthesia, and ensuring a smooth transition through the perioperative process.
Role type
Pre/Post Op Registered Nurse (RN)
Builds
Patient care and recovery management in the perioperative setting
Domain
Healthcare / Nursing
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Patient assessment, IV initiation, medication administration, vital signs monitoring, wound care, patient education, handover communication
Preferred skills
Supervisory experience, Post-Anesthesia Nursing Certification (CPAN), Basic Life Support (BLS)
Technologies
Standard office equipment
Responsibilities
Assess patients' physical and emotional needs, administer pre-operative medications, observe patients for side effects of anesthesia, change wound dressings, provide post-operative care instructions, coordinate patient admissions and transfers
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC