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How much do pre op rn jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for pre op rn in New York is $46.77, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $31.83 and $59.42 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Pre Op RNs?

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.

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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PreOp Registered Nurse PRN

PreOp Registered Nurse PRN

United Surgical Partners

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Job description

NYU Langone Health is a world-class, patient-centered, integrated academic medical center, known for its excellence in clinical care, research, and education. It comprises more than 200 locations throughout the New York area, including five inpatient locations, a children's hospital, three emergency rooms and a level 1 trauma center. Also part of NYU Langone Health is the Laura and Isaac Perlmutter Cancer Center, a National Cancer Institute designated comprehensive cancer center, and NYU Grossman School of Medicine, which since 1841 has trained thousands of physicians and scientists who have helped to shape the course of medical history. At NYU Langone Health, equity, diversity, and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace diversity, inclusion, and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge. For more information, go to nyulangone.org , a nd interact with us on LinkedIn , Glassdoor , Indeed , __Facebook , Twitter , YouTube and Instagram .

Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Registered Nurse, ED Observation Unit, Night Shift.

In this role, the successful candidate Carries out patient care responsibilities with emphasis on decision-making related to the steps in the nursing process to include assessment, diagnosis, identification of expected outcomes, planning, implementation and evaluation. Provides competent, safe and compassionate care based on established NYU Langone Health Patient Care and Nursing Standards. As a member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team, formulates the initial plan of care with the provider (physician or nurse practitioner) and collaborates with them to implement a comprehensive patient-centered plan of care to achieve expected outcomes; utilizes principles of assignment and delegation consistent with the NY State Nurse Practice Act.

Job Responsibilities:

* Demonstrates a solid foundation and understanding of organizational goals as outlined within the quality and safety performance improvement plan (QSPIP) and nurse sensitive quality indicators (Include unit based quality measures e.g. HAPU, CAUTI, CLABSI, Falls). * Collects, assesses and documents patient healthcare data. * Involves patient/family and Interdisciplinary team to identify a plan of care and outcomes that are realistic and measurable. * Prioritizes care based upon data collected. * Documents assessment and reassessment in medical records. * Implements interventions in the coordination of patient care in a safe, timely and appropriate manner and applies escalation process. * Considers needs and behaviors of specific patient age groups and cultural groups in all patient care activities. * Documents interventions per hospital standard. * Educates the patient/family regarding health status and established plan of care. * Determines learning needs of the patient/family. Implements an educational plan. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to modify expected outcomes. * Documents learning outcomes of patient/family and revises education plan. (Include utilization of EHR education tools) * Evaluates the patient's progress towards expected outcomes. Involves the patient/family and interdisciplinary team in the evaluation process, recognizes changes in patient condition, reports documents and evaluates the effectiveness of the intervention(s). * Participates in and contributes to in unit activities to provide patient care in a healing, humane and caring environment. * Demonstrates understanding of and contributes to unit throughput efficiencies and metrics. (Include unit throughput measures e.g. DBN, door to triage, assign to occupy, first case starts, room turnover) * Complies with unit based and organizations professional standards, New York State Nurse Practice Act and regulations of relevant outside agencies, e.g., NY State Department of Health, The Joint Commission, regulatory requirements etc. * Exhibits appropriate judgement in delegated activities. * Demonstrates ability to differentiate those activities which are in scope of professional nursing practice, and those that may be delegated to ancillary staff. * Complies with annual education and mandatory/regulatory requirements (Include learning transcript and supportive documentation). * Serves as a support and resource for nursing staff and students. * Engages in self-assessment and peer review; utilizes resources to meet individual learning need and promote professional development in clinical practice. * Adheres to patient care and nursing standards in care delivery, and uses clinical practice guidelines (CPG). * Attends unit practice councils (UPC) and utilizes the practice council structure to critically appraise and influence practice (Include supportive evidence).

Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a Current Registered Professional Nurse in New York, Bachelor's degree in Nursing required, Basic Life Support Certification through the American Heart Association, Fluent written and spoken English language skills..

Required Licenses: Registered Nurse License-NYS, Basic Life Support Cert

Preferred Qualifications:
Membership in pertinent professional organizations preferred.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Langone Health provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. We require applications to be completed online.
If you wish to view NYU Langone Health's EEO policies, please click here. Please click here to view the Federal "EEO is the law" poster or visit https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm for more information.

NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $118,614.00 - $143,364.00 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

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