OR RN Pre-Op - PRN days

About the Role:

The OR RN Pre-Op at Morgan Medical Center plays a critical role in ensuring the safety and comfort of patients undergoing surgical procedures. This position involves comprehensive preoperative assessment, preparation, and education of patients to optimize surgical outcomes. If needed, postoperatively, the nurse monitors patients in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), managing pain, vital signs, and potential complications to facilitate smooth recovery. The role requires close collaboration with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care. Ultimately, the nurse contributes to efficient surgical workflow and enhances patient satisfaction through expert clinical practice and compassionate support.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of employment.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Prior experience or clinical knowledge in perioperative nursing, including preoperative and postoperative care.
• Strong understanding of surgical procedures, anesthesia effects, and patient monitoring standards.
• Ability to work part-time day shifts as required by the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a hospital surgical setting, particularly in pre-op units.
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems used in perioperative care.
• Demonstrated skills in interdisciplinary communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough preoperative assessments including reviewing medical history, medications, and allergies to prepare patients for surgery.
• Provide patient education regarding surgical procedures, anesthesia, and postoperative care to alleviate anxiety and promote understanding.
• If needed, monitor patients closely in the PACU, assessing vital signs, level of consciousness, pain, and potential complications following anesthesia.
• Administer medications and interventions as prescribed to manage pain, nausea, and other postoperative symptoms.
• Collaborate with surgical teams to ensure seamless patient transitions between pre-op, intraoperative, and postoperative phases.
• Document all nursing assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately and timely in the medical record.
• Maintain a safe, sterile, and organized environment in both preoperative and PACU settings in compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.

Skills:

The required skills enable the nurse to perform detailed patient assessments and deliver safe, effective care throughout the surgical experience. Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking are essential for identifying changes in patient status and responding appropriately in the PACU. Effective communication skills facilitate clear explanations to patients and collaboration with surgical teams, ensuring coordinated care. Proficiency with documentation and EHR systems supports accurate record-keeping and compliance with healthcare regulations. Preferred skills such as experience and patient focused care enhance the nurse's ability to manage complex cases and contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives.

It’s a new day for health care in Morgan County!  

With the opening of our new hospital, advanced care is closer than ever. From highly trained physicians and nurses to modern facilities and technology, the new Morgan Medical Center offers exceptional hospital care with all the comforts of home. We invite you to visit us and experience the difference.  

The opening of the new Morgan Medical Center means advanced care is closer than ever before. In addition to our ongoing clinical collaboration with Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center, which will provide access to more physicians and specialists, a number of important services are available right here in Morgan County.  

~ Emergency patients can take comfort knowing that they are being treated at a Level IV Trauma Center  

~ As one of only eight hospitals in Georgia designated as a Remote Treatment Stroke Center, our ER is equipped to deliver   

 life-saving diagnostic and emergency care to stroke patients.  

~ Our transitional care/swing bed program provides specialized care to patients recuperating from surgery, stroke or other   

 acute-care visits before transitioning home or to an extended care facility.  

~ Our imaging department offers 3-D mammography, the latest innovation in breast cancer detection.  

~ From minor surgery to emergency care for a critical illness such as heart attack or stroke, our dedicated team is ready to   

 provide the care our patients need when they need it – all near the comforts of home.  

We are a 25-bed Critical Access Hospital located in Madison, GA.
Serving Morgan County and the Surrounding areas since 1960.