OCOM - Pre-Op Registered Nurse - Oklahoma City, OK

Pre-Op Registered Nurse (RN)

Oklahoma Center for Orthopaedic Multi-Specialty Surgery | Oklahoma City, OK

EVERY DAY GIVING EXCELLENCE

'Each Patient, Each Family, Each & Every Time'

At OCOM, our commitment to exceptional patient care begins before a patient ever enters the operating room. We are seeking a compassionate, skilled, and patient-focused Pre-Op Registered Nurse (RN) to join our surgical services team and help ensure every patient receives safe, high-quality care throughout their surgical journey.

If you're looking for an opportunity to work alongside a collaborative team in a fast-paced outpatient surgical environment while maintaining an outstanding work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you. We review applications promptly and contact qualified candidates for interviews quickly.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, No Weekends or Holidays

About the Role

As a Pre-Op Registered Nurse , you will play a critical role in preparing patients for surgery and ensuring they are physically and emotionally ready for their procedures. Working closely with physicians, anesthesia providers, and the surgical team, you will assess patients, provide education, verify readiness for surgery, and deliver safe, compassionate nursing care.

Your attention to detail, clinical judgment, and commitment to patient safety help set the foundation for successful surgical outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for surgery according to hospital policies, procedures, and clinical standards.
• Perform comprehensive pre-operative assessments and ensure required documentation is completed accurately.
• Verify patients meet all admission and surgical readiness requirements prior to procedure.
• Educate patients and families regarding the surgical process, expected outcomes, and post-operative instructions.
• Demonstrate knowledge of medications, anesthesia-related considerations, and potential patient responses.
• Recognize and respond quickly to emergency situations using established protocols, physician orders, ACLS/PALS guidelines, and facility policies.
• Document assessments, interventions, and patient outcomes accurately in the electronic medical record.
• Maintain competency in clinical skills and evidence-based nursing practices.
• Support pain management initiatives and provide nursing care consistent with current standards of practice.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, anesthesia providers, and other members of the healthcare team.
• Adhere to all hospital safety, infection prevention, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

Required

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Oklahoma.
• Current BLS certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Current ACLS and PALS certification or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
• Ability to make sound decisions utilizing nursing judgment.
• Strong critical thinking and assessment skills.
• Ability to prioritize and organize workload to meet the needs of patients and the department.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced surgical environment.

Preferred

• Previous Pre-Op, PACU, Surgery, Emergency Department, or Critical Care experience.
• Experience caring for surgical patients across multiple age groups.
• Experience with electronic medical records and perioperative documentation systems.
• Knowledge of outpatient surgery processes and accreditation standards.

What Makes You Successful

• Exceptional patient assessment and communication skills.
• Commitment to patient safety and quality outcomes.
• Ability to remain calm and focused during urgent or emergent situations.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Collaborative approach to working with physicians, anesthesia providers, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation.

Why Join OCOM?

At OCOM, we recognize our employees as our greatest asset and are proud to offer:

• Competitive pay with bonus and incentive opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability
• Optional short-term disability and supplemental life coverage
• 401(k) with generous employer match
• Generous PTO accrual and personal days
• Seven paid holidays
• FSA and HSA programs
• License and continuing education reimbursement
• Employee discount program for travel, shopping, daycare, and more
• Free use of our on-site gym
• Weekends and holidays off
• Exceptional work-life balance
• A supportive team environment focused on excellence and patient care

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're passionate about patient care, dedicated to safety, and looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in an outpatient surgical setting, we invite you to apply today.

Join OCOM and help us fulfill our mission