PACU Day Shift RN — Growth, Benefits, Patient Impact

Ardent Health Services; Tyler (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Career growth opportunities

Wellness resources

Paid time off

Comprehensive health benefits

Job summary

Ardent Health Services is seeking a day shift, full-time PACU Day Surgery Registered Nurse (RN) in Tyler, TX. The role emphasizes patient-centered perioperative care in a fast-paced setting with a focus on safety and smooth recovery.

The candidate should hold an ADN, Texas RN license, and relevant certifications (BLS, ACLS, PALS). Preference for PACU/acute care experience and trauma certification within 1 year of hire.

Qualifications

• ADN required and Texas RN license active.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required or obtained within required timelines.
• TNCC/ATLS/TCAR certifications within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide and direct patient care using the nursing process for a targeted patient group.
• Care for patients in the PACU Day Surgery setting with a focus on safety and recovery.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless perioperative care.

Skills

Airway management

Rescue methods

Phase I/II pediatric/adult

Education

Associate Degree of Nursing (ADN)

Texas RN License

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

Trauma Certification (TNCC/ATLS/TCAR)

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, PACU Day Surgery Registered Nurse (RN) in Tyler, TX.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• UT Health Tyler is the flagship hospital of the system serving hundreds of thousands annually. Specializing in advanced acute care medicine, our midtown location boasts a Level 1 trauma center and comprehensive stroke center, the region’s only EMCO program and a Level III NICU. Our medical staff includes more than 500 physicians and a full complement of subspecialty groups.

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who uses the nursing process to provide anddirect patient care for a group of patients for a designated time frame.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Associate Degree of Nursing (ADN)
• Must maintain current Texas RN License

• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certified
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certified (within 90 days of hire)
• Trauma Certification Course (TNCC, ATLS, TCAR within 1 year of hire)
• Thorough knowledge of airway management and rescue methods
• Pediatric/Adult Phase 1 and Phase 2
• Maintain knowledge of ASPAN standards

Preferred Job Requirements:

• PACU, ICU, ER, or other acceptable acute care experience