Registered Nurse (RN) – Pre-Operative Calls

Registered Nurse (RN) – Pre-Operative Calls Facility: The Surgical Hospital at Southwoods Location: Boardman, OH Status: Full-Time (40 Hours per Week) Schedule Options (Choose Your Preference): Option 1: 4 Weekdays per Week | 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM | No weekends or major holidays Option 2: 5 Weekdays per Week | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM | No weekends or major holidays Position Overview The Surgical Hospital at Southwoods is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to conduct Pre-Operative Phone Calls.

In this essential role, you will serve as a critical checkpoint in the patient journey by gathering vital clinical information prior to procedural encounters. Through structured pre-operative telephone assessments, you will review medical and surgical histories, verify current medications, and evaluate overall health status to ensure safe clinical outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Perform thorough pre-admission telephone evaluations and determine the need for supplementary clinical data or clearance. Anesthesia Collaboration: Partner directly with the anesthesia team to review complex records and determine patient appropriateness for the facility's specific scope and level of care. EMR Documentation: Document highly detailed telephone assessments within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system, including precise medication verification, allergy logging, and pre-op nursing instructions.

Order Entry: Accurately input required pre-operative physician orders into the clinical system as appropriate. Patient Support: Address patient questions, clarify pre-surgical fasts or prep requirements, and provide compassionate reassurance to ease pre-procedure anxiety. Privacy & Compliance: Maintain absolute patient privacy, protect confidential health information, and verify that all pre-op workflows maintain compliance with healthcare regulatory agencies.

Qualifications

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Ohio.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is preferred. Clinical Skills: Strong critical thinking, independent problem-solving, and efficient time-management capabilities. Communication: Exceptional telephone communication skills with a proven ability to interpret and accurately transcribe complex patient information. Demeanor: Professional, empathetic, and highly organized approach to patient management.

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