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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.

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.

In Morgan County, neighbors become friends and friends become family. When you join Morgan Medical Center, you become part of a team that cares deeply for its community and for one another.

If healthcare is your calling, you deserve a place where your expertise is valued, your voice is respected, and your work makes a visible difference. Here, relationships drive care. Patients are not numbers - they're people we know. And colleagues are not coworkers – they're teammates committed to shared excellence.

Since opening our new hospital in 2018, Morgan Medical Center has evolved into a trusted regional healthcare destination delivering advanced clinical services while preserving the personal touch that defines rural medicine at its best. Our growth means expanded specialties, advanced technology, and meaningful professional opportunity for clinicians and leaders who want to practice with purpose.

At Morgan Medical Center: You will be known. You will be valued. You will belong.

You will Practice at a Higher Level:

• Level IV Trauma Center with 24/7 emergency medicine–trained, board-certified physicians
• Georgia DPH Designated Remote Stroke Treatment Center
• Expanded surgical services in Orthopedics, General Surgery, and Breast Cancer Care
• Advanced imaging including SPECT/CT, 3D mammography and wide-bore MRI
• Inpatient rehabilitation/swing bed program supporting recovery across the post-acute care continuum

You will Join a Culture of Quality:

• DNV-accredited Critical Access Hospital aligned with ISO 9001 quality principles
• Strong focus on patient safety, evidence-based practice, and continuous improvement
• Interdisciplinary collaboration with accessible leadership
• National recognition from American College of Surgeons, American Heart Association, Becker's Top 100 and Women's Choice Award®, and Healthgrades

You will Grow With Purpose:

• Opportunities for specialty certification and professional development
• Broad scope of practice with meaningful clinical impact
• A workplace where your experience strengthens the entire organization

At Morgan Medical Center, you're not just filling a position - you're answering a calling. And here, you belong.

Requirements:

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.

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.