Edgewood Surgical Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse to join our dynamic team in Pre-op/PACU. The Pre-op/PACU RN provides safe, high-quality care to surgical patients before and after anesthesia.
In this role, the RN is responsible for patient assessments, preparation for surgery, recovery from anesthesia, pain management and ongoing monitoring to ensure optimal patient outcomes in a fast-paced surgical hospital environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Pre-Operative Responsibilities Perform comprehensive pre-operative nursing assessments Verify patient identity, procedure, consent, surgical site, and required documentation Review medical history, allergies, medications, labs and diagnostic results Initiate IV access and administer medications per physician order Provide patient and family education regarding the surgical and recovery process Collaborate with anesthesia, surgeons and perioperative team members Ensure compliance with surgical sa...