PACU Nurse: Post-Op Care & Recovery Expert

HCA Healthcare; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, dental, &视

Wellbeing support & counseling

401(k) with 100% match on 3–9%

Tuition assistance & certifications

Job summary

Medical City Surgery Center Frisco, part of HCA Healthcare, seeks a PACU Nurse to provide post-anesthesia care in our ambulatory center. You will monitor vitals, assist with airway management, and support discharge planning for patients and their families.

Applicants should have an RN license, ADN or RN Diploma, and be prepared to obtain ACLS/PALS as required. This role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth within the HCA network.

Qualifications

• RN license required by state of employment.
• BCLS certification upon employment (online certification not acceptable).
• ACLS required within 30 days of hire.
• PALS if required by facility within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients' care area and ensure necessary equipment and supplies are provided.
• Demonstrate proper airway management techniques.
• Monitor patients' vital signs, temperature, and cardiac status.
• Insert, maintain, and remove IV catheters and saline locks.
• Perform head-to-toe evaluation using approved scoring system per policy.

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing or RN Diploma or higher

Job description

Medical City Surgery Center Frisco, part of HCA Healthcare, seeks a PACU Nurse to provide post-anesthesia care in our ambulatory center. You will monitor vitals, assist with airway management, and support discharge planning for patients and their families.

Applicants should have an RN license, ADN or RN Diploma, and be prepared to obtain ACLS/PALS as required. This role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth within the HCA network.