RN - Pre-Surgery Unit

The Pre-Surgery Unit provides care to patients preparing for surgical procedures at Woman’s Hospital. Nurses play an important role in ensuring patients are physically and emotionally ready for surgery by completing preoperative assessments, reviewing medical histories and surgical consents, initiating IVs, administering medications, and providing patient education. The team works closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and other members of the surgical team to coordinate care, promote patient safety, and ensure a smooth transition to the operating room.

Graduation from an accredited school of registered nursing Current licensure by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing Experience preferred, but not required Responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to: Assess, instruct & prepare patients prior to surgery Ensure that operative and informed consents are signed and correct Take and record vital statistics of patients to ensure readiness for surgical procedure Initiate IVs and ensure patients are informed about procedure Provide education and emotional support appropriate to age, culture, condition, and circumstance.

Coordinates all aspects of nursing care with all disciplines of the surgical team to achieve defined patient outcomes. Maintains a safe environment by implementing technical and aseptic practice. Directs and assists in care and handling of state of the art supplies, equipment and instruments.

Document care based on standards of care and practice, patient acuity, and/or clinical priority. Provide patient centric care in alignment with professional nursing practice standards, ANA Standards & the LA Nurse Practice Act. Perform other duties assigned by Department management according to policies and procedures and the mission of Woman's Hospital.

Hours: Part-time; Days Monday- Friday (2-3 shifts per week); 8am to 6pm

$30.49 - $48.78; plus PRN and shift differentials A Work Experience with Purpose Woman’s is one of the largest specialty hospitals in the country dedicated to the care of women and infants. Nationally recognized for exceptional patient care, innovative programs, and a supportive work environment, we consistently exceed state and national benchmarks for patient satisfaction—a reflection of our commitment to those we serve.

We’re home to Louisiana’s largest delivery service and perform thousands of procedures annually, including over 8,500 surgeries and 35,000 breast procedures. Woman’s was the first hospital in the Baton Rouge area to earn Magnet designation for nursing excellence, and we’re honored to be named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work in Healthcare year after year. We are proud of the care our staff provides to patients—and to one another—every day.

For nurses right out of school to those with more experience, Woman’s is the right career choice if you’re looking for purpose and meaning – to share your passion and compassion to care for others. Your nursing career is as important to us as it is to the patients you will care for every day. Advanced care: We invest in delivering the highest quality care to our entire community.

It’s our priority. Your voice matters: As an ANCC designated Magnet organization, nursing at Woman’s is focused on inclusive decision-making and shared governance. You can help make us better every day.

Grow with us: When you get better, so do we. Professional development is a part of our culture. For more information or to contact our recruiting team, email us at hrjobs@womans.org .

Woman’s Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.