Charge Nurse

United Surgical Partners International (USPI); Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, prescription

Life & AD&D coverage

Short- & long-term disability

FSAs & HSAs

401(k) with planning

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

USPI Spicewood Surgery Center is seeking a motivated Charge Nurse (RN) to lead our perioperative nursing team in a fast-paced surgical setting. This full‑time role supports PreOp, OR, and PACU operations, coordinating patient flow and providing hands-on care as needed.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of clinical nursing experience, Texas RN licensure, and BLS/ACLS certification or willingness to obtain. GI/endoscopy experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• RN license in Texas required.
• BLS and ACLS certification required or willingness to obtain on hire.
• 1–3 years of clinical nursing experience preferred, perioperative focus.
• Experience in Pre-Op, PACU, or ambulatory surgery preferred.
• GI/endoscopy experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and support nursing staff in PreOp, OR, and PACU areas to ensure safe and efficient patient care.
• Oversee daily clinical operations, including staffing, patient assignments, and workflow coordination.
• Provide safe, compassionate nursing care in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Perform patient assessments, administer medications, and monitor vital signs as required.
• Collaborate with physicians, anesthesia providers, and surgical staff to ensure coordinated, high-quality care.
• Educate patients and families on surgical procedures, anesthesia, and post-operative care.
• Support and monitor compliance with quality assurance, infection control, and patient safety initiatives.
• Serve as a clinical resource and mentor to nursing staff.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Clinical nursing

Critical thinking

Communication

Organization

Perioperative nursing

Patient flow coordination

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Job description

USPI Spicewood Surgery Center is seeking a motivated Charge Nurse to join our team. We have 2 OR rooms. We perform outpatient surgical procedures in Pain Management. Position requires weekdays only -- no holidays, weekends, or call. Some early mornings and later evenings may be required; schedule subject to change based on surgical schedule and flow of the day.

We are seeking a full-time Charge Nurse (RN) to lead and support our perioperative nursing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced nurse who thrives in a leadership role within a collaborative, fast-paced surgical setting and is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care. The Charge Nurse will oversee daily clinical operations, coordinate patient flow, and provide direct nursing care as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and support nursing staff in PreOp, OR, and PACU areas to ensure safe and efficient patient care.
• Oversee daily clinical operations, including staffing, patient assignments, and workflow coordination.
• Provide safe, compassionate nursing care in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Perform patient assessments, administer medications, and monitor vital signs as required.
• Collaborate with physicians, anesthesia providers, and surgical staff to ensure coordinated, high-quality care.
• Educate patients and families on surgical procedures, anesthesia, and post-operative care.
• Support and monitor compliance with quality assurance, infection control, and patient safety initiatives.
• Serve as a clinical resource and mentor to nursing staff.

What We Offer

We care for our communities and our team members by providing a comprehensive benefits package, subject to employment status:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Life and AD&D coverage
• Short- and long-term disability options
• Flexible financial benefits including FSAs and HSAs
• 401(k) with access to retirement planning
• Paid holidays and vacation

Who We Are

At USPI, we create relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and healthcare systems to provide first-class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States. We are committed to delivering surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner.

USPI is proud of our inclusive culture. We respect differences, nurture individual contributions, and leverage diversity to make our organization stronger and more responsive to the needs of our patients and physicians.

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Required Skills

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Current RN license in the state of Texas (required)
• BLS and ACLS certifications (required or willingness to obtain upon hire)
• 1–3 years of clinical nursing experience preferred, ideally in Pre-Op, PACU, or ambulatory surgery
• Experience in GI/endoscopy procedures is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to provide compassionate care in a high-acuity outpatient setting
• Proven track record of working collaboratively with surgical and anesthesia teams
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent critical thinking and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in perioperative nursing care, including assessment, IV therapy, and post-anesthesia monitoring.