Registered Nurse - Pre-Operative & PACU

BoulderCentre for Orthopedics and Spine•Broomfield, CO

2d•$33 - $48•Onsite

About The Position

Job Overview: Join our orthopedics practice as a Pre-Operative & PACU RN and play a vital role in providing exceptional care to our patients. At our Orthopedic Surgery Center, we are dedicated to compassion, excellence, and collaboration. We empower our team to grow both personally and professionally through continuous learning opportunities. Our services range from general orthopedics to specialized areas such as sports medicine and pain management.

Requirements

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.
2 year of Pre-Op/PACU (RN) experience (required)
Current Colorado Registered Nurse license
BCLS & ACLS certification required.

Nice To Haves

in an Orthopedic setting (preferred)
Acute Care: 1 year (Preferred)
Degree in Nursing: Bachelors Preferred
PALS Certification

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

Basic Life/AD&D –Guardian
EAP
PTO
401(k) Safe Harbor Contribution
Medical
HSA and FSA
Dental
Vision
Short-Term Disability
Voluntary Life and AD&D
General Purpose Healthcare FSA
Optional Protection Benefits (Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Cancer Care and Critical Illness Insurance)
401K