Pre-Op/PACU Nurse
10 days ago
Milwaukee
Job Description About Us Solstice Health, Wisconsin’s leading non-insurance-based Direct Primary Care (DPC) and Direct Surgical Care provider, is redefining healthcare by eliminating insurance-related bureaucracy and reducing patient load. We focus on quality care, advanced treatments, and patient-centered service. Our Ambulatory Surgery Center allows us to provide safe, efficient, and compassionate surgical care in an outpatient setting. Position Overview We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Pre-Op/PACU Nurse to join our surgical team. This unique role combines both pre-operative and post-recovery care, ensuring patients are supported throughout their surgical journey. The position is Monday–Friday, daytime hours only—no nights, weekends, or holidays. Responsibilities • Conduct thorough pre-operative assessments, including vitals, medical history, medications, and allergies., • Start and manage IVs, verify consents, and prepare patients for surgery., • Provide patient and family education on surgical procedures, expectations, and recovery instructions., • Monitor patients in the PACU following anesthesia—manage vitals, airway, pain, and nausea., • Administer medications and treatments per physician orders and discharge protocols., • Ensure patients meet established recovery criteria before safe discharge., • Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical staff to deliver seamless care., • Maintain compliance with ASC safety and infection control standards., • Support seamless patient care by assisting other Solstice Health clinic locations as needed. Qualifications • Active RN license in Wisconsin., • BLS/ACLS certification required., • 1–2 years of recent experience in Pre-Op, PACU, or perioperative nursing., • Strong communication, assessment, and critical-thinking skills., • Competitive salary, • Paid Time-Offs, • 401K, • Monday–Friday schedule (no call, weekends, or holidays), • Opportunities for professional growth in an expanding healthcare model., • Complimentary access to our Direct Primary Care model, featuring comprehensive healthcare benefits and wholesale medical pricing.