PACU RN: Perioperative Care & Quality Champion

Surgery Partners, Inc.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Surgery Partners, Inc. is seeking a PeriAnesthesia Registered Nurse to provide peri-operative patient care across age groups in a hospital setting.

The role involves direct and indirect patient care, supervising staff, and contributing to risk management, infection control, and performance improvement initiatives. The PACU RN will work under the PeriAnesthesia Director, adhering to nursing standards, HIPAA, and Cornerstone education requirements while ensuring safe, high-quality care and strong

Qualifications

• Eligible to work in the U.S.
• Texas RN license active and in good standing.
• BLS & ACLS required or obtained within 30 days of hire; PALS within 60 days.
• Minimum 2 years nursing experience in ICU/ED/Recovery or other critical care setting.
• Knowledge of nursing standards, regulations, and healthcare procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and spoken.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing education and performance improvement.
• Basic computer skills for documentation and care coordination.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to staffing schedules and attendance policies.
• Participates in On-Call rotation for PACU.
• Directs ancillary staff in perioperative care across pre- and post-operative areas.
• Provides direct patient care and demonstrates clinical competence.
• Participates in staff orientation and quality improvement activities.
• Maintains patient privacy and HIPAA compliance.
• Performs post-operative care coordination and discharge planning.

Skills

RN License TX

BLS & ACLS

Communication

Teamwork

Education

RN Education (Texas licensure)

Tools

EMR / Computer literacy

Job description

Surgery Partners, Inc. is seeking a PeriAnesthesia Registered Nurse to provide peri-operative patient care across age groups in a hospital setting.

The role involves direct and indirect patient care, supervising staff, and contributing to risk management, infection control, and performance improvement initiatives. The PACU RN will work under the PeriAnesthesia Director, adhering to nursing standards, HIPAA, and Cornerstone education requirements while ensuring safe, high-quality care and strong