Join a dedicated healthcare team in the Midwest region as a PreOp/PACU Registered Nurse (RN), providing compassionate and skilled patient care through the nursing process. This role emphasizes clinical competence and adherence to the ANA Code of Ethics, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for patients undergoing ambulatory surgery.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Adhere to established safety protocols including infection prevention, safe patient handling, and critical lab notifications to maintain an optimal care environment.
• Deliver high-quality nursing care encompassing medication administration, nursing interventions, and patient and family education, all within established policies and procedures.
• Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessments to monitor status, enhance quality, and support patient safety, while providing accurate information to the healthcare team.
• Document patient care activities and quality monitoring data efficiently to ensure compliance with core quality measures.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, team members, patients, and families to improve outcomes and enhance the patient experience.
• Delegate tasks appropriately, fostering teamwork and accountability within the care team.
• Adapt positively to the dynamic healthcare environment, supporting organizational mission and values through continuous learning and critical thinking.
• Perform delegated tasks to maintain quality and patient safety standards.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred; graduation from an accredited nursing school required.

Experience

At least one year of healthcare experience is preferred.

Requirements

• Current RN license in a Compact State or the state of practice.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.

Mental and Physical Demands

This role requires considerable mental focus and physical activity including lifting up to 35 lbs, frequent walking, standing, turning, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, and reaching.

Working Conditions

Frequent exposure to infectious and communicable diseases, as well as occasional encounters with hostile individuals. Minimal physical discomfort is expected.