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Magnet Medical

RN - Pre Op

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$2.1K/wk

... RN - Pre Op Weekly Pay $2155.2 Shift Details Shift Days - 3 x 12 Scheduled Hours 36 Job Order ... Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week Requirements: - Must be willing to draw blood Roles ...

Mayo Clinic

Registered Nurse - Main PreOp - RN

Phoenix, AZ

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Minimum 1-year critical care, PACU or ED RN experience required. Preop/PACU experience preferred. Additional Qualifications * Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). * Experience working ...

Mayo Clinic

Registered Nurse - Main PreOp - RN

Phoenix, AZ

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Minimum 1-year critical care, PACU or ED RN experience required. Preop/PACU experience preferred. Additional Qualifications * Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). * Experience working ...

Magnet Medical

RN - Pre-op

Glendale, AZ · On-site

$2.2K/wk

Details Client Name Abrazo Arrowhead Campus Job Type Travel Offering Nursing Profession RN Specialty Pre-op Job ID 37617622 Job Title RN - Pre-op Weekly Pay $2297.99 Shift Details Shift 12 hour days ...

Mayo Clinic

Registered Nurse - Main PreOp - RN

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Minimum 1-year critical care, PACU or ED RN experience required. Preop/PACU experience preferred. Additional Qualifications * Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). * Experience working ...

Abrazo Central Campus

RN - Pre-Op

Glendale, AZ · On-site

$2.2K/wk

Details Client Name Tenet - Abrazo Arrowhead Hospital Job Type Travel Offering Nursing Profession RN Specialty Pre-Op Job ID 37615581 Job Title RN - Pre-Op Weekly Pay $2208.39 Shift Details Shift ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a per diem pre op RN?

A Per Diem Pre Op RN needs a solid background in preoperative patient assessment, nursing fundamentals, and an active RN license, often with experience in surgical or ambulatory care settings. Familiarity with perioperative documentation systems, electronic health records, and pre-op protocols is typically required. Strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to quickly adapt to changing patient needs are important soft skills. These competencies ensure patient safety, efficient workflow, and high-quality care in a dynamic preoperative environment.

What is a per diem pre op RN?

A Per Diem Pre Op RN is a registered nurse who works on an as-needed basis in the pre-operative area of a hospital or surgical center. Their main role is to prepare patients for surgery by conducting assessments, reviewing medical histories, starting IVs, and providing education about the surgical procedure. Because they work per diem, their shifts and hours are flexible, and they may be called in to cover staffing shortages or busy periods. This position requires a current RN license and strong assessment and communication skills.

What are some common challenges faced by per diem pre op RNs in adapting to different surgical teams and protocols?

As a Per Diem Pre Op RN, one of the main challenges is quickly acclimating to various surgical teams, each with their own workflows and preferences. Since per diem nurses often work at different facilities or units, being adaptable and proactive in learning site-specific protocols is essential. Effective communication and strong organizational skills help ensure patients are properly prepared for surgery and that transitions between teams are seamless. Building rapport quickly and staying updated on best practices can make these transitions smoother and support high-quality patient care.

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

AspectPer Diem Pre Op RnPer Diem Post Op Rn
CertificationsRN license, Basic Life Support (BLS)RN license, BLS
Work EnvironmentPre-surgical assessment areas, clinicsPost-surgical recovery units, hospitals
Job FocusPatient assessments before surgery, educationMonitoring patients after surgery, recovery care
Common UsagePre-surgical evaluationPost-surgical recovery care

Per Diem Pre Op Rns focus on preparing patients for surgery through assessments and education, while Per Diem Post Op Rns provide care during recovery after surgery. Both roles require RN licensure and BLS certification, but they differ mainly in work environment and patient care focus.

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Registered Nurse, Preop/PACU Per Diem

Cancer Treatment Centers of America

Goodyear, AZ

Part-time

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Registered Nurse, Preop/PACU Per Diem

About City of Hope,
City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope's uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope's growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

The successful candidate:

  • Administers and monitors patients undergoing sedation/analgesia per physician order and hospital protocol.

  • Able to provide thorough assessment for pre and postoperative patients for neurological, cardiac and respiratory status.

  • Comprehension of transferring patients from OR to ICU/Med Surg.

  • Ability to assess and treat unplanned hypothermia.

  • Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents the care of medical/surgical, ambulatory care and same-day surgery patient's pre and post procedure from Phase 1 through discharge. Recovers patients from OR/Endo/IR/Rad Onc.

  • Ability to interpret and operate cardiac and other invasive and noninvasive monitors, recognize normal/abnormal rhythms/trends, and institute appropriate interventions.

  • Care for patients with complex needs including hemodynamically compromised and mechanically ventilated patients.

  • Initiate and maintain complex IV therapy, including thrombolytic administration, vasoactive medications, central IV catheters, dialysis catheters & arterial lines.

  • Safe use of less invasive, life supporting modalities i.e. BiPAP, ETCO2, arterial pressure based CO/CI & SVO2 monitor, core temperature monitors.

  • Ability to care for patients with IV lines, arterial lines, central lines, ports, chest tubes, pleural catheters, tracheostomy tubes and endotracheal tubes.

  • Maintenance and care of patients with an ostomy/ileostomy and urostomy

  • Administer medications via all routes, using the 6 rights, medication bar scanner and monitoring patient for side effects.

  • Ability to collect blood specimens and blood cultures.

  • Care for, assess and monitor patients with Patient Controlled Analgesia (PCA) and epidural catheters.

Qualifications

Your qualifications should include:

  • 1 year experience in preop and PACU

  • Associate Degree in Nursing or equivalent

  • Arizona Registered Nurse License or a Registered Nurse License form a Compact State

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification- an approved American Heart Association (AHA) training site, American Safety & Health Institute, or Red Cross BLS certification is required upon hire. If their current certification does not meet the guidelines, stakeholders will have (30) days from the date of hire to acquire attend an onsite initial BLS course and will be required to renew every two years.

  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification-Stakeholders will have thirty (30) days from the date of hire to acquire American Heart Association (AHA) ACLS certification and will need to be renewed every two years. Will not be allowed to provide ACLS for patients independently until AHA ACLS cards are obtained

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.

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