Registered Nurse - Pre Op - Knoxville Orthopaedic Surgery Center

Knoxville Orthopaedic Surgery Center (KOSC) is seeking a Full-Time Registered Nurse - Pre Op to join our surgical team. This position provides preoperative nursing care to patients preparing for orthopaedic surgical procedures while working closely with physicians, nurses, and other clinical Team Members to support safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care.

As a Pre Op RN, you will be responsible for admitting patients into the perioperative setting, completing nursing assessments, developing and implementing individualized plans of care, and preparing patients for surgery. You will also play an important role in helping patients feel informed, comfortable, and supported throughout the preoperative process.

This is a full-time position working four days per week. The ideal candidate is an experienced surgical RN who combines strong clinical skills with attention to detail, sound judgment, and a patient-focused approach to care. This role requires someone who is dependable, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced surgical environment.

What You'll Do

• Admit and prepare patients for scheduled orthopaedic surgical procedures.

• Perform thorough preoperative nursing assessments, including evaluating patients' physical and emotional status.

• Review patient medical histories, medications, allergies, and other relevant clinical information to support safe surgical preparation.

• Develop and implement individualized nursing plans of care based on patient assessments and identified needs.

• Prepare and monitor patients throughout the preoperative process, identifying and communicating changes in patient condition as needed.

• Administer medications and perform other preoperative nursing interventions according to physician orders and established policies and procedures.

• Educate patients and families about the surgical process, routine care, and what to expect during their perioperative experience.

• Provide comfort, reassurance, and emotional support while maintaining patient privacy, dignity, and confidentiality.

• Coordinate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, nurses, and other clinical Team Members to ensure patients are appropriately prepared for surgery.

• Organize nursing activities, equipment, and supplies to support efficient patient admissions and surgical workflow.

• Verify that necessary equipment, medications, and supplies are available and ready for patient care.

• Complete accurate and timely nursing assessments, admission records, and other required documentation.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and appropriately stocked preoperative holding area.

• Follow established infection-prevention, medication-safety, patient-privacy, and facility safety procedures.

• Respond promptly to patient needs, changes in condition, and emergency situations.

• Participate in continuing education, required in-services, quality-improvement activities, and other facility initiatives.

What We're Looking For

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Tennessee.

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.

• Previous surgical nursing experience required.

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications, or ability to complete required certifications through the facility.

• Strong knowledge of nursing assessments, medication administration, patient monitoring, and perioperative patient care.

• Strong clinical judgment and ability to recognize and respond appropriately to changes in patient condition.

• Excellent communication, organization, and patient-service skills.

• Ability to work effectively with physicians, nurses, patients, families, and other clinical Team Members.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple patient-care responsibilities in a busy surgical environment.

• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

• Dependable attendance and punctuality with the ability to work a full-time, four-day-per-week schedule.

• Commitment to patient safety, confidentiality, professionalism, and high-quality care.

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience in an Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC).

• Experience providing preoperative or perioperative nursing care.

• Previous experience caring for patients undergoing orthopaedic surgical procedures.

• Experience with electronic medical records and computerized clinical documentation systems.

Join the KOSC Team

At Knoxville Orthopaedic Surgery Center, our nursing Team Members play an important role in creating a safe, comfortable, and positive surgical experience for every patient. As a Pre Op RN, you'll work alongside orthopaedic surgeons and other clinical professionals while helping patients feel prepared, informed, and supported before their procedures.

You'll have the opportunity to use your clinical experience and nursing expertise in a collaborative surgical environment where patient safety, teamwork, and quality care are a priority.

If you are an experienced RN who values patient care, teamwork, attention to detail, and providing a positive surgical experience, we encourage you to apply and become part of the KOSC team.

Knoxville Orthopaedic Surgery Center is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We are committed to providing a positive work environment where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.