Compassionate PRN Pre-Op/PACU RN

Townsen Memorial Hospital; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Townsen Memorial Hospital Surgery - Houston, Texas, United States seeks a PRN Pre-Op/PACU Registered Nurse to join the team. Responsibilities include admitting patients, providing pre-op and post-op care, and developing individualized care plans.

A current Texas RN license and peri-operative experience are required. The role emphasizes patient education, documentation, and collaboration with the operating room staff, anesthesiology, and physicians.

Qualifications

• College degree required; Associates degree minimum; BSN preferred.
• Active Texas RN license required.
• Minimum 2 years peri-operative experience.

Responsibilities

• Admit patient to unit and prepare for scheduled procedure.
• Perform pre-op and post-op care and educate patients/families.
• Document care accurately in medical records and follow physician orders.
• Monitor patient condition and report changes to physician/anesthesiologist.
• Maintain privacy and HIPAA compliance; safeguard patient records.

Skills

Nursing care

Clinical assessment

HIPAA compliance

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred

Texas RN License

Tools

EMR (Vision)

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications

Job description

Townsen Memorial Hospital Surgery - Houston, Texas, United States seeks a PRN Pre-Op/PACU Registered Nurse to join the team. Responsibilities include admitting patients, providing pre-op and post-op care, and developing individualized care plans.

A current Texas RN license and peri-operative experience are required. The role emphasizes patient education, documentation, and collaboration with the operating room staff, anesthesiology, and physicians.