Registered Nurse – Pre-Operative & PACU

Job Overview

Join our orthopedics practice as a PACU & Pre-Operative RN, where you'll play a vital role in providing exceptional care to our patients. Our Orthopedic Surgery Center is committed to compassion, excellence, and collaboration. We empower our team to grow personally and professionally through continuous learning opportunities.

Department

Pre-Op/PACU

Reports to

Pre-Op/PACU Manager

Schedule/Type

FT - onsite/hourly

Wage

$35-48/hr, commensurate with experience

Essential Duties

• Assess, instruct & prepare patients prior to surgery
• Ensure that operative and informed consents are signed and correct
• Take and record vital signs of patients to ensure readiness for surgical procedure
• Initiate IVs and ensure patients are informed about the procedure
• Absess patients’ post-operative condition
• Maintain monitoring of vital signs and other measurements of progress, meeting discharge criteria
• Log all findings in patient files
• Answer patient questions and ensure patient comfort
• Maintain monitoring of patients for condition changes, reporting any changes to the physician
• Perform intervention duties during post-operative emergencies

Skills

• Continuous learning and expertise maintenance in healthcare
• Analytical skills to gather information and devise action plans
• Utilization of intelligence and critical thinking in decision-making
• Advanced understanding of human anatomy and physiology
• Proficiency in using specialized medical equipment for surgical care
• Adherence to evidence-based practice and regulatory standards
• Quick response to changing work conditions with appropriate action
• Accurate and timely communication of patient care details
• Ability to conduct and interpret diagnostic tests for intervention
• Knowledge of community resources for patient care continuity
• Competence in reading and applying technical instructions
• Ensuring patient safety and security during medication use
• Consistent practice of hand hygiene and aseptic techniques
• Upholding patient privacy in accordance with HIPAA regulations

Experience Required

• 2 years of Pre-Op/PACU (RN) experience in an Orthopedic setting preferred
• Acute Care: 1 year (Preferred)

Education/Certification requirements

• Degree in Nursing: Bachelor's Preferred
• Current Colorado Registered Nurse license
• BCLS & ACLS certification required

Licenses/Certifications

• BLS Certification
• RN

Company Paid Benefits

• Basic Life/AD&D – Guardian
• PTO
• EAP
• 401(k) Safe Harbor Contribution

Benefit Options Requiring Employee Contributions

• Medical
• HSA and FSA
• Dental
• Vision
• Short-Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Voluntary Life and AD&D
• General Purpose Healthcare FSA
• Legal
• ID Theft
• Optional Protection Benefits (Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Cancer Care and Critical Illness Insurance)
• 401K

Closing Date

Applications accepted ongoing

About the Role

Boulder Centre for Orthopedics is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Our hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We encourage diverse candidates to apply and welcome the opportunity to build a talented and inclusive workforce. In our recruitment and employment practices, we adhere to applicable federal, state, and local laws, ensuring fairness and inclusivity in all aspects of employment. We value diversity and believe that a diverse workforce enhances our ability to serve our patients and community effectively. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply, regardless of background or identity.