PACU Clinical Nurse Coordinator — Lead Patient Recovery

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Time away from work

401(k) with match

Education support

Fertility & family building support

Life insurance

Discount programs

Job summary

HCA Healthcare is seeking a Clinical Nurse Coordinator (RN) PACU/Recovery to lead high‑quality patient care and coordinate PACU activities. You’ll work with a collaborative team to support efficient recovery and patient outcomes.

This role emphasizes clinical leadership and adherence to hospital standards in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates hold an Associate Degree in Nursing, Texas RN licensure, BLS, ACLS, PALS, and PACU experience, with BSN preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Nursing is required; BSN preferred.
• Current Texas RN license or Multi-State Compact with Texas licensing requirement within 90 days.
• AHA BLS certification is required; ACLS and PALS credentials are required.
• Minimum 1 year of PACU/Recovery Room experience; charge experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality, patient-centered care and coordination of all PACU/Recovery functions during the shift.
• Monitor and evaluate nursing care, serve as a staff resource, and model organization values to support outcomes.

Skills

Nursing coordination

PACU experience

Patient-centered care

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

BSN

Tools

BLS Certification

ACLS

PALS

Job description

HCA Healthcare is seeking a Clinical Nurse Coordinator (RN) PACU/Recovery to lead high‑quality patient care and coordinate PACU activities. You’ll work with a collaborative team to support efficient recovery and patient outcomes.

This role emphasizes clinical leadership and adherence to hospital standards in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates hold an Associate Degree in Nursing, Texas RN licensure, BLS, ACLS, PALS, and PACU experience, with BSN preferred.