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Location:

Marrero, LA Employment Type:

Per-Diem Hourly Rate:

$44.06 per hour

About Greenlife Healthcare Staffing:

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is a leading nationwide recruitment agency dedicated to connecting healthcare professionals with top-tier opportunities. We partner with hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, multi-specialty groups, and private practices to match talented individuals with roles that align with their skills and career goals.

Position Overview:

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is currently seeking a Registered Nurse (Pre-Op) to fill an opening at a hospital located in Marrero, LA. This role focuses on preparing surgical patients for safe anesthesia and operative procedures, conducting thorough pre-operative assessments, and providing patient and family education to optimize surgical outcomes. Why Join Us?

Competitive Compensation:

$44.06 per hour

Work Schedule:

7:30 AM - 5:00 PM CDT (includes a 30-minute break) -

Per-diem Professional Growth:

Gain valuable experience in a collaborative, innovative, and supportive environment.

Impactful Work:

Contribute to a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving patient outcomes.

Qualifications:

Education:

Completion of an accredited Registered Nurse (RN) program (Associate's or Bachelor's degree).

Licensure:

Active Louisiana state RN license and current BLS Certification.

Experience:

At least one year of relevant experience is required.

Technical Skills:

Proficient in pre-operative assessment (physical, medication, and history review), IV insertion, phlebotomy, EKG administration, and use of electronic medical records (EMR).

Soft Skills:

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; compassionate and calming bedside manner; strong organizational abilities to manage patient flow; critical thinking for identifying surgical risks; ability to work collaboratively with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and OR staff.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform comprehensive pre-operative nursing assessments, including medical history, surgical history, medication reconciliation (including anticoagulants and herbals), allergies, and vital signs. Identify and communicate potential surgical or anesthesia risks (e.g., difficult airway, latex allergy, bleeding risk, malignant hyperthermia history) to the surgical and anesthesia teams. Initiate IV access, collect lab specimens (CBC, BMP, PT/INR, type and screen, pregnancy tests, etc.), and administer pre-operative medications as ordered (e.g., antibiotics, anti-emetics, anxiolytics). Review and verify informed consent, NPO status, advance directives, and any required preoperative testing results (EKG, chest X-ray, lab work). Educate patients and families on the surgical procedure, what to expect before, during, and after surgery, pain management options, and post-operative discharge instructions (including activity restrictions, medication changes, and follow-up appointments). Maintain patient safety by using surgical site marking protocols, completing the pre-operative safety checklist (time-out preparation), and ensuring all required documentation is complete in the EMR. Coordinate patient flow between the pre-op area, OR, and PACU, communicating with multiple team members to ensure timely surgical starts. Provide emotional support and anxiety reduction for patients and families prior to surgery. How to

Apply:

If you are ready to take the next step in your nursing career and make a difference in the healthcare industry, we want to hear from you! Submit your Resume/CV to hr@glhstaffing.com or call our office at (800) 608-4025 to learn more about this opportunity and others we offer. Greenlife Healthcare Staffing -

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