Registered Nurse (RN) - Pre-Op / PACU

📍 Manhattan, KS

Job Type

• Full-Time
• Day Shift
• Surgical Hospital

About Us

At Manhattan Surgical Hospital, we believe great patient care starts with great people. Our team is compassionate, collaborative, and committed to providing an exceptional surgical experience for every patient who walks through our doors.

We're looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Pre-Op/PACU team. If you enjoy building relationships with patients, thinking critically, and working alongside an outstanding group of healthcare professionals, we'd love to hear from you.

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What You'll Do

As a Pre-Op/PACU RN, you'll play a vital role in helping patients feel safe, informed, and cared for before and after surgery.

Pre-Operative Responsibilities

• Complete patient assessments and nursing documentation
• Verify allergies, medications, medical history, consents, and surgical site
• Obtain vital signs, height, weight, blood glucose testing, and pregnancy testing when indicated
• Start IVs and administer fluids according to provider orders
• Provide pre-operative education and answer patient questions
• Conduct pre-operative phone calls and chart reviews
• Collaborate with surgeons and anesthesia providers to ensure patients are surgery-ready

PACU Responsibilities

• Monitor patients recovering from anesthesia
• Maintain airways and monitor vital signs
• Assess and manage pain, nausea, and comfort needs
• Assist patients through a safe recovery process
• Apply post-operative equipment such as slings, ice packs, shoes, and other devices
• Provide discharge instructions and education to patients and caregivers
• Perform post-operative follow-up calls

Team & Department Responsibilities

• Assist with nerve blocks and specialized procedures
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked department
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and staff meetings
• Respond appropriately to emergency situations
• Complete accurate and timely documentation
• Promote a culture of safety, teamwork, and patient-centered care

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What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Current Kansas Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Current CPR certification
• ACLS certification
• PALS certification
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Excellent communication and patient education abilities
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced surgical environment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods
• Ability to lift and carry 20+ pounds regularly
• Ability to push and pull 25+ pounds regularly

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Why You'll Love Working Here

✅ Supportive and collaborative team environment

✅ Consistent daytime schedule

✅ Meaningful patient interactions from start to finish

✅ Opportunity to work closely with surgeons and anesthesia providers

✅ Fast-paced and rewarding work environment

✅ Culture focused on quality, safety, and excellence

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The Ideal Candidate

You are compassionate, detail-oriented, and thrive in a team environment. You enjoy helping patients through what can be a stressful experience and take pride in providing exceptional care before, during, and after surgery. You are organized, professional, and committed to delivering an outstanding patient experience every day.

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Apply Today!

Join a team where your expertise, compassion, and dedication truly make a difference.

If you're ready to help patients feel confident, comfortable, and cared for throughout their surgical journey, we'd love to meet you. Apply now! 🩺✨