Remote Pre-Op Nurse

About the Role

We're seeking a detail-oriented and compassionate Remote Pre-Op Nurse to play a vital role in patient readiness and surgical planning across our growing telehealth ecosystem. This role supports pre-operative care from the comfort of your home, allowing you to leverage your clinical expertise in an entirely virtual environment while collaborating with a multidisciplinary care team. You will coordinate pre-surgical assessments, ensure accurate documentation, and provide education to patients using innovative communication platforms. With an annual salary of $80,321, this position offers the rare combination of autonomy and meaningful contribution, making it an ideal fit for nurses who excel in fast-paced, technology-integrated environments.

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Surgical Assessment and Planning

• Conduct comprehensive virtual pre-op assessments to evaluate medical histories, risk factors, and medication regimens.
• Use decision-support tools to flag potential surgical contraindications.
• Prepare detailed summaries for anesthesia and surgical teams using electronic health record (EHR) platforms.

Patient Education and Communication

• Deliver tailored education on procedural expectations, pre-surgical instructions, and post-op guidelines via secure video and mobile app consultations.
• Clarify pre-admission requirements and support patients in adhering to pre-op fasting, medication adjustments, and lab work.
• Foster an empathetic environment that empowers patients and reduces anxiety about surgical procedures.

Care Coordination

• Partner with surgical schedulers, primary care physicians, and anesthesia departments to ensure smooth workflow across time zones.
• Monitor follow-up test results and ensure all necessary documentation is completed before surgery day.
• Escalate high-risk cases to attending physicians or specialists through real-time digital channels.

Work Environment

Fully Remote Flexibility

• This is a 100% remote nursing role with flexible scheduling, ideal for those balancing personal commitments or seeking location independence.
• Our team culture prioritizes collaboration and inclusivity, supported by daily team huddles, virtual mentorship, and structured clinical pathways.

Structured Autonomy

• Nurses are empowered to independently manage their caseloads while supported by AI-driven task management systems.
• You’ll receive ongoing support from tech leads, clinical informaticists, and nurse educators in real time.

Tools and Technology

Integrated Digital Health Stack

• Utilize a secure EHR system (Epic, Cerner, or Athena, depending on client contracts).
• Schedule and conduct video assessments using platforms like Zoom for Healthcare and Doxy.me.
• Access pre-configured templates, care maps, and AI-enhanced triage tools for efficiency.
• Mobile-friendly dashboards enable real-time updates and patient progress tracking.

Clinical Innovations

• Benefit from automated reminders, voice-to-chart dictation, and clinical risk stratification software.
• Secure messaging systems facilitate seamless communication between you and multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential Qualifications

• Current, valid RN license issued in a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state or multistate jurisdiction.
• Minimum 2 years of recent pre-op, perioperative, or telehealth nursing experience.
• Strong knowledge of ASA physical status classifications, surgical clearance criteria, and lab interpretation.

Preferred Experience

• Familiarity with virtual care workflows and HIPAA-compliant digital tools.
• Background in ambulatory surgery centers or pre-anesthesia testing units is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in remote triage and patient navigation settings.

Core Competencies

• Clinical judgment and the ability to make autonomous decisions in a digital-first care setting.
• Excellent communication skills with a patient-centered approach.
• Confidence using analytics dashboards and reporting tools for case review and performance metrics.

Career Growth and Benefits

Advancement Opportunities

• Clear pathways to roles such as Remote Nurse Educator, Triage Team Lead, or Virtual Care Coordinator.
• Participate in internal mentorship circles, quarterly training intensives, and cross-functional health innovation projects.

Compensation and Perks

• Annual salary of $80,321, paid biweekly.
• Access to CME credits, wellness stipends, and home-office tech reimbursements.
• Eligibility for leadership development programs and certification sponsorships.

Why You Should Apply

This role offers a unique chance to redefine surgical readiness through tele-nursing. If you value autonomy, technology-enhanced workflows, and patient advocacy, you’ll thrive in this environment. The Remote Pre-Op Nurse is not just a clinical role—it’s an opportunity to shape the future of virtual perioperative care while maintaining a balanced lifestyle.

Ready to Join?

If you're passionate about merging compassionate nursing with cutting-edge telehealth systems, apply now to help us build a safer, smarter pre-operative experience. Take your nursing career to the next level—remotely.