Q: What certifications are commonly held by Pre-Op nurses?

Pre-Op nurses may hold Basic Life Support ( BLS ), Advanced Cardiac Life Support ( ACLS ) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support ( PALS ), among others.

Question 1

How much do staff Pre-Operative Nurse jobs pay?

Accepted Answer

For jobs available on Vivian as of Sunday, December 21st 2025, the average hourly salary for a Pre-Operative Nurse is $32 per hour, but can pay up to $77 per hour.

Question 2

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

Accepted Answer

As of Sunday, December 21st 2025, Vivian has 10 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $52 per hour on average, and up to $66 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Question 3

Does Vivian have any travel Nursing jobs?

Accepted Answer

As of Sunday, December 21st 2025, Vivian has 511 listings for travel Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $2,186 per hour on average, and up to $3,568 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Question 4

Where can I learn more about working as a Pre-Operative Nurse?

Accepted Answer

Take a look at Vivian's Pre-Operative Nurse Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.

Question 5

What is a Pre-Op Nurse?

Accepted Answer

Pre-op nurses are a specific type of perioperative RNs who specialize in preparing patients for surgery before they go into the operating room. They work exclusively in the preoperative holding area, which is the first transition in care for surgical patients and a critical phase of the perioperative process. Pre-op nurses’ primary role is that of a patient advocate who steadfastly identifies each patient’s needs and risk factors to help ensure positive patient outcomes.

While the preoperative holding area is often an overlooked area in the surgical suite, it’s usually where surgical patients and their families first have direct contact with perioperative staff. Pre-op nurses play a vital role in ensuring this contact is positive by helping alleviate anxiety, answering questions, and clarifying expectations.

Question 6

What certifications are commonly held by Pre-Op nurses?

Accepted Answer

Pre-Op nurses may hold Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), among others.

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