Travel Nurse RN - PACU/Pre-Post Op - $1,616 to $1,719 per week in Wichita, KS
Company: Fusion Medical Staffing
Location: Wichita
Posted on: July 8, 2025
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Job Description:
Travel Post/Pre Op RN Company: Fusion Medical Staffing Location:
Facility in Wichita, KS Job Details Fusion Medical Staffing is
seeking a skilled Post/Pre-Op RN for a 13 week travel assignment in
Wichita, KS. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity
to make a positive impact on the lives of patients while enjoying
competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the support of a
dedicated clinical team. Required Qualifications: One year of
recent experience as a Pre/Post-Op RN Valid RN license in
compliance with state regulations Current BLS (AHA/ARC)
Certification Preferred Qualifications: ACLS Certifications
(AHA/ARC) PALS (AHA/ARC) certification Other certifications and
licenses may be required for this position Summary: The Post/Pre-Op
Registered Nurse provides specialized care to patients recovering
from anesthesia and surgery. This role involves assessing patient
health before and after surgery, implementing care plans,
administering treatments, and collaborating with healthcare teams
to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care. The Post/Pre-Op RN
ensures patient safety and comfort prior to and during the surgical
recovery period, using advanced clinical skills, effective
communication, and adherence to professional and regulatory
standards. Essential Work Functions: Assesses patients
pre-operatively, including reviewing medical history, performing
physical examinations, and identifying potential risks Prepare
patients for surgery, including educating them about procedures and
post-operative care Receive and conduct comprehensive assessments
of patients transferring from the operating room and assess their
post-anesthesia condition Monitors patients post-operatively for
complications and manages pain and recovery Administers prescribed
medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing
techniques Maintains awareness of comfort and safety needs of
patients in the perioperative setting Observes and document patient
conditions treatments, and significant incidents. and responses to
anesthesia and treatments, notifying the care team of significant
changes or adverse reactions Takes temperature, pulse, blood
pressure, and other vital signs to detect deviations from normal,
assesses patient condition and responds appropriately Respond
promptly to emergency situations utilizing Pre/post op nursing
standards, policies, procedures, and protocols Accurately document
patient assessments, interventions, and recovery progress in
medical records Develop and deliver individualized patient and
family education plans, including detailed discharge instructions
and recovery guidelines Collaborate with the surgical team and
other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive pre and
post-operative care Participate in patient handoff communications
to ensure continuity of care between units and departments Operate
and monitor pre and post op-specific equipment, such as
ventilators, monitors, and infusion pumps Perform other duties as
assigned within the scope of practice Adhere to hospital safety
protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards
Required Essential Skills: Critical thinking, service excellence
and good interpersonal communication skills The ability to read,
write, & communicate in the English language is required Ability to
read/comprehend written instructions, follow verbal instructions,
and proficiency in PC skills Physical Abilities - Remain in a
stationary position, move about, move equipment (50-100lbs),
pushing, pulling, bending Interpersonal Skills - To work
effectively with a variety of personnel (professional and
ancillary) to present a positive attitude and professionalism
Technical/Motor Skills - Ability to grasp, fine manipulation,
pushing/pulling and able to move about when assisting with
procedures and/or using department equipment. Mental Requirements -
Must be able to cope with frequent contact with the general public,
customers, and meeting deadlines under pressure. Must be able to
work under close supervision occasionally as well as working
without assistance from other personnel. Must be able to contend
with irregular activity schedules occasionally and continuous
concentration to detail Sensory - Visual acuity, ability to
effectively communicate. Benefits Include: Highly competitive pay
for travel professionals Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision
insurance with first day coverage Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560
hours Life and Short-term disability offered 401(k) matching
Aggressive Refer-a-friend Bonus Program 24/7 recruiter support
Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs Why Choose Fusion? At Fusion
Medical Staffing, our goal is to improve the lives of everyone we
touch, and we're always looking for people like you to join our
mission. Your passion for helping others deserves a partner just as
committed to supporting you — that’s why we offer day one
insurance, $0 copay for mental health services, scholarships and
awards, exclusive discounts, and more. From your personal recruiter
to our clinical and traveler experience teams, we’re here to guide
and celebrate you along your journey. You take care of others; we
take care of you. Other Duties Disclaimer: To perform this job
successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential
duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of
the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned.
This job description is not a comprehensive list of all activities,
duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for
this job and is subject to change at any time with or without
notice. Start your rewarding career as a Travel Pre/Post-Op RN with
Fusion Medical Staffing and join our mission to improve lives.
Apply now! *Fusion is an EOE/E-Verify Employer
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