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Park Ridge Surgery Center

PreOp PACU Nurse PRN

Lone Tree, CO · On-site

$37.07 - $55.63/hr

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a PreOp PACU Nurse PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Park Ridge Surgery Center which is part of the ...

Mission Hospital

PreOp PACU Nurse PRN

Highlands Ranch, CO · On-site

$37.07 - $55.63/hr

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a PreOp PACU Nurse PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Park Ridge Surgery Center which is part of the ...

Mission Hospital

PreOp PACU Nurse PRN

Englewood, CO · On-site

$37.07 - $55.63/hr

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a PreOp PACU Nurse PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Rocky Mountain Surgery Center which is part of ...

Park Ridge Surgery Center

PreOp PACU Nurse PRN

Lone Tree, CO · On-site

$37.07 - $55.63/hr

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a PreOp PACU Nurse PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Park Ridge Surgery Center which is part of the ...

HCA Healthcare

Float Pool PreOp PACU Nurse PRN

Denver, CO · On-site

$38.14 - $54.54/hr

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a Float Pool PreOp PACU Nurse PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA Healthcare which is part of the ...

Mission Hospital

Float Pool PreOp PACU Nurse PRN

Denver, CO · On-site

$38.14 - $54.54/hr

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a Float Pool PreOp PACU Nurse PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA Healthcare which is part of the ...

HCA Healthcare

Float Pool PreOp PACU Nurse PRN

Denver, CO · On-site

$38.14 - $54.54/hr

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a Float Pool PreOp PACU Nurse PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA Healthcare which is part of the ...

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What is the difference between Prn Pre Operative vs Prn Surgical Technologist?

AspectPrn Pre OperativePrn Surgical Technologist
CredentialsCertified Surgical Technologist (CST) or equivalentCertified Surgical Technologist (CST) or equivalent
Work EnvironmentPre-surgical assessment, patient preparation, and educationAssists during surgeries in operating rooms
Employer & IndustryHospitals, outpatient clinics, surgical centersHospitals, surgical centers, clinics

Both Prn Pre Operative and Prn Surgical Technologist roles require similar certifications and work in healthcare settings. The main difference is that Prn Pre Operative focuses on patient preparation and assessment before surgery, while Prn Surgical Technologists assist directly during surgical procedures. Understanding these distinctions helps in choosing the right role based on your skills and career goals.

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Registered Nurse Preop/PACU - PRN

Vail Health Hospital

Vail, CO

Other

Retirement

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

POSITION PURPOSE: 
The Preop/PACU Registered Nurse assumes responsibility and accountability for providing compassionate and individualized nursing care for patients and their families in collaboration with providers, staff and other members of the team to achieve optimal patient.
 
This position is PRN or as needed.  Eligible for a 16% PRN Differential.
 
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
  1. Oversees the daily patient flow to optimize patient care, safety and satisfaction
  2. Provides patient education to facilitate plan of care, promote optimal wellness, and provide discharge instructions for home care
  3. Demonstrates ability to delegate and or provide care appropriately and according to all regulatory requirements
  4. Demonstrates competent PreOP/PACU nursing skills with all patient types and age groups with minimal supervision
  5. Administers medications, performs treatments, and assists in procedures as needed; consistently adhering to patient safety guidelines
  6. Completes patient documentation and paperwork with accuracy
  7. Ability to work in both PreOP and PACU and take call independently
  8. Ability to assume new assignments as directed with competence and necessary skillset aligned with ASPAN standards
  9. Ability to identify abnormalities and perform necessary interventions during post-operative emergencies
  10. Delivers excellent service by utilizing Relationship-Based Care to advocate for safety, patient preferences, and optimal communication through partnering with patients and families
  11. Role models the principles of a Just Culture
  12. Perform other duties as assigned. Must be HIPAA compliant

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience:
  • One year RN experience required.
  • Acute care experience preferred.
License(s):
  • Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Colorado or from a valid compact state required.

Certification(s):

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), required.
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), required.
Education:
  • Minimum of Associate Nursing Degree for positions hired after 07/01/2018.

PRN (POOL) benefits include: Wellbeing reimbursement funds and 403(b) contribution eligibility 

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