PeriOp RN
State College, PA
ADN Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Rotating
Referral Bonus

RN - PeriOp - Outpatient Surg Ctr - Days

Job Overview

• Contract role in State College, Pennsylvania
• 13-week assignment
• 8-hour day shifts
• Variable start time between 0600 and 0700, Monday through Friday
• No weekends, holidays, or call

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Pennsylvania
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Perioperative experience with 2 years of experience
• Perioperative experience within the last year
• BLS
• PACU - Post Anesthesia Care experience

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and respond to patients’ physical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs
• Communicate patient assessments to the appropriate care team members
• Implement nursing care and physician orders accurately and on time
• Admit patients to the surgical center efficiently
• Document in the patient record using computer systems accurately and promptly
• Verify required patient record information for correct surgical procedures
• Complete final chart review, including paperwork and site marking
• Provide patient and family education
• Manage supplies, equipment, and resources according to policy
• Assist with housekeeping tasks as needed
• Provide PACU care, including airway management, vital sign monitoring, pain control, and discharge readiness assessment
• Support patient transfers to the medical center
• Float as needed to maintain workflow and assist staff
• Work in pain management and eye laser procedure rooms
• Assist with anesthesia supplies, nerve blocks, and emergency cart readiness
• Participate in committee meetings and contribute suggestions for improvement