Novant Health is looking for Preop/PACU RN Float Pool in Winston-Salem, NC. This local job opportunity with ID 3853057900 is live since 2026-09-26 19:53:37. Job Description
Schedule: Day Shift, PRN. Department requires candidate to be available for 1 shift per week as the minimum requirements. Shifts are 8 hours, within a window of 5:30A-5:30P, M-F. Schedules done on a 6 week time tract.
Department: Pre-Op/PACU
Location: Candidate will float to both Charlotte and Winston Salem within both inpatient facilities and ambulatory surgery centers, 23 facilities total. This position does not have a set location.
Requirements: Candidates must have a minimum of two years of both preop and PACU experience, within both inpatient & ASC settings.
What’s In It for You
Premium PRN float pay
Ability to work with wide range of team members, gaining clinical exposure and strengthening skill-set
Supportive, team-focused environment
Opportunity to make an immediate impact
What We're Looking For:
Current RN license in NC (or compact state)
BLS required; ACLS
Bachelor’s degree preferred
2 years of Pre-OP and PACU experience
Strong clinical judgment, teamwork, and communication skills
What You'll Do:
Conduct comprehensive pre-operative nursing assessments, including medical history, allergies, medications, and baseline vital signs.
Initiate and maintain intravenous access and administer pre-operative medications as ordered &
manage post-operative pain, nausea, vomiting, and other recovery-related symptoms.
Prepare patients for surgery by providing education regarding procedures, anesthesia, recovery expectations, and post-operative care.
Monitor airway patency, respiratory status, oxygenation, circulation, neurological status, and pain levels during recovery.
Perform ongoing post-anesthesia assessments and recognize complications requiring intervention.
Assess surgical sites, drains, dressings, and drainage for signs of complications.
Monitor cardiac rhythms and vital signs, responding appropriately to changes in patient condition.