Pre-Op/Post-Op RN- Registered Nurse- $75/ Hrly, $3000/ Wk

Associated Health Professionals, Inc. (AHP), a Joint Commission Certified supplemental healthcare staffing agency, is seeking experienced Pre-Op / Post-Op Registered Nurses (RNs) to support the VA Northern California Health Care System in Martinez, CA.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced nurses seeking a full-time (Monday–Friday schedule) position at a VA healthcare facility

Position Details:

• Position: Registered Nurse (RN) – Pre-Operative / Post-Operative
• Location: VA Northern California Health Care System – Martinez, CA
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Schedule: Monday–Friday
• Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM or 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
• Pay: $75.00

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required for Federal Employment (VA) positions.
• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Minimum of two (2) years of current, consecutive Pre-Op and/Post-Op nursing experience.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift, push, pull, and move equipment and supplies in accordance with safe patient handling guidelines.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive pre-operative and post-operative patient assessments, monitor patient status, and implement physician orders to ensure patients are safely prepared for surgical procedures and receive appropriate post-operative care, including, but not limited to:

• Assess patient readiness for surgical and procedural interventions
• Review medical histories, obtaining and monitor vital signs
• Initiate and maintain IV therapy, administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with physicians orders
• Accurately document patient assessments, interventions, treatments, and outcomes in the electronic medical record (EMR)
• Provide patient education regarding pre-operative preparation, post-operative recovery, medications, discharge instructions, and follow-up care
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a compassionate approach to caring for Veteran patients.
• Collaborate with physicians, anesthesia providers, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams
• Maintain compliance with VA policies, safety standards, and infection control procedures