PACU RN – Per Diem Shifts in Post-Op Care

Surgery Partners Brand; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist McKinney Hospital in McKinney, TX is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for Preop/PACU care. You will perform preoperative assessments, prepare patients for surgery, and monitor recovery in PACU, while maintaining strict infection control and patient safety standards.

Responsibilities include IV access, medication administration, patient education, and collaboration with surgical teams. A Texas RN license and BLS/ACLS/PALS are required, with ADN as minimum education and BSN

Qualifications

• Must hold current Texas RN license (registered nurse).
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required at time of hire.
• Diploma from an accredited nursing school; ADN required; BSN preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in preop/PACU, critical care, or emergency department setting preferred.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Exhibits strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Utilizes excellent communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families, co-workers, and physicians.
• Functions efficiently in a team-oriented environment.
• Conducts thorough preoperative assessments and verifies all necessary documentation, labs, and consents.
• Provides patient education regarding surgical procedures and post-operative expectations.
• Initiates IV access, administers medications, and prepares patients for surgery.
• Monitors patients in the post-anesthesia care unit, assessing airway, vital signs, pain, and surgical sites.
• Administers medications and interventions as ordered to manage pain, nausea, or complications.
• Documents all care and assessments accurately in the EMR system.
• Communicates effectively with surgical teams and family members regarding patient status.
• Ensures safe discharge of patients following recovery criteria or prepares for inpatient transfer as needed.
• Maintains cleanliness and readiness of the Pre-op and PACU areas.
• Participates in ongoing education, staff meetings, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Adheres to all infection control and safety protocols.

Job description

Methodist McKinney Hospital in McKinney, TX is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for Preop/PACU care. You will perform preoperative assessments, prepare patients for surgery, and monitor recovery in PACU, while maintaining strict infection control and patient safety standards.

Responsibilities include IV access, medication administration, patient education, and collaboration with surgical teams. A Texas RN license and BLS/ACLS/PALS are required, with ADN as minimum education and BSN