RN-Pre-Surgery Testing

Overview

Sign-On Bonus: $10,000

Shift: Full-time, Days, Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, for 80 hours per pay period. 

Be the calm before the care begins.

Every successful surgery starts long before the patient enters the OR—and you can be an important part of that journey.

We’re looking for a compassionate, detail-oriented Registered Nurse to join our Pre-Surgery Testing team. In this role, you’ll help prepare patients for upcoming procedures, provide education and reassurance, coordinate care, and make sure every patient is ready for surgery—physically and confidently.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.  

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:      

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.   

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.  

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.   

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.   

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. 

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-operative nursing assessments and review medical histories, medications, and test results.
• Educate patients and families about surgical preparation, medications, procedures, and what to expect.
• Identify potential concerns or risks and communicate findings to the appropriate care team.
• Coordinate pre-surgical testing, appointments, and follow-up needs.
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesia, perioperative teams, and other healthcare professionals.
• Provide compassionate, patient-centered care that helps patients feel informed, prepared, and supported.

Qualifications

Education: 

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (must obtain BSN within 12 years of hire)

Experience: 

• Minimum of 12 months of hospital clinical experience or demonstrated clinical efficiency
• Previous critical care experience preferred

License/Certification: 

• Must hold an active, Registered Nurse licensure issued by the Iowa Board of Nursing