What are the responsibilities and job description for the (RN) – Pre-Op / Ambulatory Surgery – Days position at Medlinkhealth?
Shift: Days | 8-hour shifts
Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) for a permanent position in Pre-Operative / Ambulatory Surgery. The RN will provide comprehensive perioperative nursing care to surgical patients, including pre-procedure assessments, patient preparation, education, and individualized care planning.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive pre-operative nursing assessments.
- Verify surgical consents, laboratory results, and diagnostic information.
- Initiate IVs and administer pre-procedure medications as ordered.
- Prepare patients for surgical procedures and provide appropriate nursing care.
- Educate patients and families regarding procedures, discharge instructions, and recovery.
- Develop and implement individualized patient care plans using the nursing process.
- Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, surgical technologists, PACU nurses, and other members of the healthcare team.
- Evaluate patient responses to care and adjust interventions as needed.
Qualifications
- Active Kansas RN License or Compact RN License — Required
- Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) — Required
- Experience in Ambulatory Surgery, Pre-Op, or Perioperative Nursing — Preferred
Schedule & Call Requirements
- Full-time day shift
- 8-hour shifts
- Weekend requirements discussed during the interview
- On-call requirements may vary based on department needs and may include:
- Surgery Call: 2 weeknights, 1 Friday night, and two 24-hour weekend shifts every 4 weeks
- PACU Call: 1 weeknight, 1 Friday night, and 2 weekend shifts per month
- Ambulatory Call: 1 Friday night and 2 weekend shifts per month
- POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate's Degree in Nursing or Diploma Degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing [REQUIRED]
- Bachelor in Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred [PREFERRED]
- Hospital experience within the past 5 years preferred [PREFERRED]
- Current Kansas registered nurse license [REQUIRED]
- Basic Life Support certification from either American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Health Care Provider or Basic Life Support (American Heart Association-Health Care Provider) successfully completed within the first 90 days of employment. [HIGHLY PREFERRED]
State License Requirements
- Kansas
Benefits
- Earned Time Off (ETO)
- ETO Sell-Back
- ETO Donation Fund
- Extended Illness Bank (EIB)
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Group Life and AD&D Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Tuition Assistance
- Student Loan Forgiveness Program
- Nurse Residency Program
- College Partnership Discounts
- Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- On-site Fitness Center
- Additional employee discounts and programs
Apply Today
If you are an experienced Registered Nurse interested in Pre-Operative or Ambulatory Surgery, we encourage you to apply.
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
License/Certification:
- state license (Required)
- BLS Certification (Required)
- BSN (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $74,116 - $104,413