What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pre-Op/PACU Nurse position at Solstice Health?
About Us
Solstice Health, Wisconsin’s leading non-insurance-based Direct Primary Care (DPC) and Direct Surgical Care provider, is redefining healthcare by eliminating insurance-related bureaucracy and reducing patient load. We focus on quality care, advanced treatments, and patient-centered service. Our Ambulatory Surgery Center allows us to provide safe, efficient, and compassionate surgical care in an outpatient setting.
Position
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Pre-Op/PACU Nurse to join our surgical team. This unique role combines both pre-operative and post-recovery care, ensuring patients are supported throughout their surgical journey. The position is Monday–Friday, daytime hours only—no nights, weekends, or holidays.
Responsibilities
Solstice Health, Wisconsin’s leading non-insurance-based Direct Primary Care (DPC) and Direct Surgical Care provider, is redefining healthcare by eliminating insurance-related bureaucracy and reducing patient load. We focus on quality care, advanced treatments, and patient-centered service. Our Ambulatory Surgery Center allows us to provide safe, efficient, and compassionate surgical care in an outpatient setting.
Position
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Pre-Op/PACU Nurse to join our surgical team. This unique role combines both pre-operative and post-recovery care, ensuring patients are supported throughout their surgical journey. The position is Monday–Friday, daytime hours only—no nights, weekends, or holidays.
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough pre-operative assessments, including vitals, medical history, medications, and allergies.
- Start and manage IVs, verify consents, and prepare patients for surgery.
- Provide patient and family education on surgical procedures, expectations, and recovery instructions.
- Monitor patients in the PACU following anesthesia—manage vitals, airway, pain, and nausea.
- Administer medications and treatments per physician orders and discharge protocols.
- Ensure patients meet established recovery criteria before safe discharge.
- Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical staff to deliver seamless care.
- Maintain compliance with ASC safety and infection control standards.
- Support seamless patient care by assisting other Solstice Health clinic locations as needed.
- Active RN license in Wisconsin.
- BLS/ACLS certification required.
- 1–2 years of recent experience in Pre-Op, PACU, or perioperative nursing.
- Strong communication, assessment, and critical-thinking skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced outpatient surgical environment.
- Competitive salary
- Paid Time-Offs
- 401K
- Monday–Friday schedule (no call, weekends, or holidays)
- Opportunities for professional growth in an expanding healthcare model.
- Complimentary access to our Direct Primary Care model, featuring comprehensive healthcare benefits and wholesale medical pricing.
- Supportive, collaborative team environment.