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Pre-Op - Travel RN

Lodi, CA · On-site

$2.6K/wk

Pre-Op Rn Contract Position Stability HealthCare is looking for a Pre-Op RN contract position in Lodi, California. Weekly Pay: $2618.80 Unit: Pre-Op Shift: Days Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: 08/31 ...

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CareRev is looking for a skilled Outpatient Pre-Op RN in Palm Beach, FL, making up to $49/hr. In this role, you will prepare patients ahead of outpatient procedures by conducting pre-op assessments ...

CareRev is looking for a skilled Outpatient Pre-Op RN in Miami, FL, making up to $49/hr. In this role, you will prepare patients for outpatient surgical procedures by reviewing medical histories ...

Surgical Short Stay Rn Outpatient Surgery Unit Pre-Op Rn, Variable Shift, 3 12's, start time 0500, 0700 or 0800. Monday-Friday Variable Days - 6 week schedules so will know ahead of time, ACLS, PALS ...

RN - PreOp RN

Salem, OR · On-site

$1.9K/wk

Details Client Name Salem Hospital - AYA Job Type Travel Offering Nursing Profession RN Specialty PreOp RN Job ID 37602883 Job Title RN - PreOp RN Weekly Pay $1974.0 Shift Details Shift 10 Hour Days ...

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How much do pre op rn jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for pre op rn in the United States is $42.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29.09 and $54.33 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Pre Op RN?

Pre Op RNs, or Preoperative Registered Nurses, are specialized nurses who prepare patients for surgery. Their responsibilities include assessing patients' health status, reviewing medical histories, administering medications, starting IV lines, and providing pre-surgical education and emotional support. They ensure that all pre-surgical procedures are completed safely and that patients are ready for their operations, working closely with surgical teams and other healthcare professionals. Pre Op RNs play a critical role in minimizing surgical risks and helping patients feel informed and comfortable before their procedures.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Pre Op RN, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Pre Op RN, you need a solid background in preoperative nursing care, patient assessment, and knowledge of surgical procedures, typically supported by a nursing degree and active RN licensure. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), patient monitoring systems, and preoperative assessment tools is essential. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and the ability to reassure and educate patients are crucial soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure accurate patient preparation, minimize surgical risks, and promote optimal patient outcomes in a high-stakes environment.

What are some common challenges faced by Pre Op RNs, and how can they be managed successfully?

Pre Op RNs often face challenges such as managing tight schedules, coordinating with multiple healthcare professionals, and addressing patients’ anxieties before surgery. To successfully manage these, strong organizational skills, clear communication, and a compassionate approach are essential. Building rapport with patients can help ease their concerns, while collaborating closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical teams ensures procedures run smoothly. Staying adaptable and proactive in anticipating needs can also help Pre Op RNs excel in this fast-paced environment.

How much do pre-op nurses make?

Pre-op registered nurses in Texas typically earn an average annual salary of around $70,000 to $80,000, depending on experience, certifications, and the healthcare facility. Salaries can vary based on location, shift differentials, and additional skills such as patient assessment and IV therapy.

What is the difference between Pre Op Rn vs Post Op Rn?

AspectPre Op RnPost Op Rn
CertificationsRN license, possibly ACLS or PALSRN license, possibly ACLS or PALS
Work EnvironmentPre-surgical assessment areas, clinicsPost-surgical recovery units, hospitals
Job FocusPreparing patients for surgery, assessmentsMonitoring patients after surgery, recovery care

Both Pre Op Rns and Post Op Rns are registered nurses working in surgical settings. Pre Op Rns focus on preparing patients before surgery, while Post Op Rns care for patients after surgery. They share similar credentials and work environments but differ in their patient care timing and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Pre Op Rn job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $88,916 per year, or $42.7 per hour.

Pre-Op Registered Nurse - Pre-Op RN

HCA Houston Healthcare North Cypress

Cypress, TX • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago


Job description

Work Schedule: 8-hour shifts/Rotating Weekends – Float position between Preop/PACU and Phase 2 - 30-minute commutable address to facility required for On-Call.

As a Pre-Op Registered Nurse, your voice to influence patient care is valued and empowered at every turn –whether through open, collaborative relationships with your direct manager or more formal opportunities through hospital councils and national nursing initiatives. You'll help shape decisions that elevate both patient outcomes and the future of nursing.

Job Summary and Qualifications

As a Pre-Op Registered Nurse, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in line with the requirements of the department and the standards of practice for the relevant state and specialty. Collaborating with medical providers and the care team, you will provide personalized, comprehensive, and compassionate care, following established nursing models such as "Assess, Perform, Teach, and Manage." You will also act as an advocate for patients, families, and caregivers, embodying the organization's vision, mission, and values to ensure an outstanding patient experience and positive clinical outcomes.

What You Will Do In Your Role:

  • You will care for and manage the surgical patient in the post-anesthesia period.
  • You will consistently apply the nursing process, critical thinking skills, scientific judgment, technical skills and leadership to independently deliver safe nursing care to patients.
  • You will collaborate with the patient care team to achieve quality patient outcomes.
  • You will provide communication, confidence, and professionalism as evidenced by active engagement in unit and organizational activities.
  • You will demonstrate team work, adaptability, and serve as a resource to the patient care team.
  • You will have accountability for delivering quality nursing care services and for promoting a positive image of nursing.

What qualifications you will need:

  • Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing is required. BSN is preferred.
  • Current Registered Nurse License in the State of Texas or Multi-State Compact License (Employees with RN Compact License are required to obtain Texas RN License with 90 days of hire date).
  • Current BLS, and ACLS certifications are required.
  • 1-year of Pre-Op clinical experience as a licensed RN highly preferred

Pre-Op, Preop, Preoperative, PACU, Day Surgery, Outpatient, Surgical, freestanding outpatient surgery, OR, Operating Room, Surgery, Post-Anesthesia, Post Anesthesia, Post-Operative, Pre-Operative, Preoperative, Recovery, Peri Anesthesia, Phase I, Phase II 

Benefits

HCA Houston Healthcare North Cypress, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
  • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
  • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
  • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
  • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
  • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

"Nurses are essential to the delivery of healthcare and serve as its foundation. At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to equipping nurses with the tools and resources they need to deliver exceptional patient care, championing the profession, and supporting the advancement of nursing’s future."

Erica Rossitto, MBA/HCM, BSN, RN, NEA-BC

Senior Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive

HCA Healthcare

HCA Houston Healthcare North Cypress, a campus of HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood, is a 165+ bed, general acute care hospital, founded in 2006 by local physicians who wanted to create a sophisticated, patient-friendly healthcare environment for their community. We strive to provide world-class healthcare to patients throughout Cypress, TX and Northwest Houston. HCA Houston North Cypress provides comprehensive services utilizing the latest in medical technology and equipment. We employ well-respected area physicians and aim to provide an upscale five-star hotel-like ambiance with the comfort of those we care for in mind. Our services include a 20+ bed unit ICU, robotic-assisted surgery, orthopedic care, joint replacement surgery, cancer care, advanced wound care services using hyperbaric medicine, advanced breast cancer screening and imaging, and much more. We are members of HCA Houston Healthcare, the most comprehensive family of hospitals in the region and part of the leading provider of healthcare in the country, HCA Healthcare. Together we are stronger, smarter and more accessible in providing the patient-centered care you need close to home.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

If this opportunity is your next step in your career path, we encourage you to apply for our Preoperative Registered Nurse opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing, apply today!