Pre-Op​/PACU RN

Job Title

Pre-Op / PACU Registered Nurse - FT

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Texas (or compact state license)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications required (or obtained within 30 days of hire)
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to function efficiently in a team‑oriented environment

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (ADN or BSN)
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a preoperative, PACU, critical care, or emergency department setting preferred
• Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems

• Routine exposure to blood borne pathogens and bodily fluids
• Potential exposure to chemicals, cleaning agents, and infectious diseases
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required in accordance with hospital policies

• Conduct thorough preoperative assessments and verify all necessary documentation, labs, and consents
• Provide patient education regarding surgical procedures and post‑operative expectations
• Initiate IV access, administer medications, and prepare patients for surgery
• Monitor patients in the post‑anesthesia care unit, assessing airway, vital signs, pain, and surgical sites
• Administer medications and interventions as ordered to manage pain, nausea, or complications
• Document all care and assessments accurately in the EMR system
• Communicate effectively with surgical teams and family members regarding patient status
• Ensure safe discharge of patients following recovery criteria or prepare for inpatient transfer as needed
• Maintain cleanliness and readiness of the Pre‑op and PACU areas
• Participate in ongoing education, staff meetings, and quality improvement initiatives
• Adhere to all infection control and safety protocols

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching
• Must be able to lift and move patients or equipment up to 25 lbs
• Ability to respond quickly to emergency situations
• Requires visual and auditory acuity to assess patients and respond to alarms

• Fast‑paced, patient‑centered surgical and recovery environment
• May involve variable shifts, including early morning or evening hours
• Occasional overtime based on surgical schedule and patient needs
• Collaborative and team‑oriented culture in a hospital setting

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