Work Status Details: PRO RE NATA - AS NEEDED | 8.00 Hours Every Two Weeks
Shift: Days
Pay Rate Type: Hourly
Location: Yuma Regional Medical Ctr

Listed is the base hiring salary range offered for this position. Actual salaries may vary depending on factors, including but not limited to skills and experience. The salary range listed is just one component of the total rewards/compensation package offered to candidates.
Min = $36.30
Mid = $47.19
Max = $58.08

Summary:

The Pre-Operative Nurse is a key member of the healthcare team, responsible for preparing patients for surgery. This role involves a thorough approach to patient care, including conducting preoperative assessments, educating patients about the surgical process, and addressing any concerns to ensure a seamless transition into surgery. The Pre-Operative Nurse collaborates with surgeons and anesthesiologists to ensure patients are fully optimized prior to their procedures. By providing meticulous attention to detail and compassionate patient interactions, the Pre-Operative Nurse enhances the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the surgical process, contributing to a safe and supportive environment for patients.

Responsibilities:

The Pre-Operative Nurse plays a crucial role in facilitating a positive and efficient surgical experience, ensuring that patients are well-prepared and supported throughout the preoperative process.

Evaluates patients' medical history, allergies, and current medications to ensure safe surgical outcomes.

Prepares patients for surgery by explaining procedures, answering questions, and offering emotional support.

Performs physical assessments, including taking vital signs and body measurements, to establish baseline data for assessing surgical risk.

Administers preoperative medications as prescribed by the anesthesiologist or surgeon, ensuring correct dosage and that patients understand the effects.

Collaborates with surgical teams to verify procedure details, identify special equipment or materials needed, and address patient-specific concerns.

Ensures all preoperative documentation is complete, accurate, and properly filed in the patient's medical record for legal and medical reference. Maintains the preoperative area to ensure it is clean, organized, and well-stocked, complying with health regulations.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Credentials:
Essential:
* ADVANCED CARDIAC LIFE SUPPORT (ACLS)
* BASIC LIFE SUPPORT (BLS)
* PEDIATRIC ADVANCED LIFE SUPPORT (PALS)
* REGISTERED NURSE (RN)

Education:
Essential:
* ASSOCIATE'S DEGREE

Other information:

Education and Credentials Essential:

AZ RN License

BLS (AHA), PALS (AHA), and ACLS (AHA)

Associates Degree or higher

Experience Required: 1+ years related experience

Experience Preferred: Experience with EPIC Electronic Health Record or similar electronic record systems.

Why Yuma Regional Medical Center?

Yuma Regional Medical Center (YRMC) is located in Yuma, AZ. Our purpose is building a healthier tomorrow. We strive by putting patients first as they are the center of every decision and action we take. YRMC is rooted in the community by living and breathing the dynamic nature of our region. Being committed to progress by constantly and consistently advancing healthcare, creating meaningful experiences and improving the lives of everyone around us.

Our Values

Bring Kindness | Achieve Together | Aspire For Better | Do The Right Thing | Lead With Optimism |

About Yuma, AZ

Named by the Guinness World Records as the Sunniest City on Earth with winters averaging temperatures of 70 degrees, sunny days and cooler nights.

Yuma, Arizona is a place to explore the great outdoors with hiking, jet skiing, boating and off-roading. Don't forget to soak up the sun at the great Colorado River or one of Yuma's many lakes.

Yuma is centrally located in Southwest Arizona, within a short drive to many popular attractions and destinations.

https://www.visityuma.com/

https://www.yumachamber.org/

Bring your skills to one of the sunniest places on earth - Yuma, AZ!

Physical Requirements and working conditions for this position will be provided to you up on interview.