Patches West Surgery Center - RN PreOp/PACU

regent-surgical-careers; Richmond (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem scheduling

7–10 hour shifts

Pediatric outpatient setting

Job summary

Patches West Surgery Center in Richmond, TX is seeking a Registered Nurse for PreOp/PACU to provide comprehensive perioperative care for pediatric patients in a busy outpatient center.

The role involves preoperative assessment, intraoperative support, and postoperative recovery with emphasis on patient safety and family communication; BLS/ACLS/PALS required, ASC experience preferred, RN license in Texas. Per diem 7–10 hour shifts with potential to move to full-time.

Qualifications

• RN license in Texas (required)
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS as per Center requirements
• ASC experience preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients' physical and mental health before surgery
• Monitor vital signs during recovery from anesthesia
• Prepare and discharge patients with instructions for families
• Administer pain medications and manage pain control
• Maintain accurate nursing documentation and communicate with surgical team
• Perform venipuncture and blood draws as needed
• Ensure readiness of supplies and equipment for procedures

Skills

Patient assessment

Vital signs monitoring

Team communication

Pain management

Education

RN license in Texas

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

BLS

ACLS

PALS

Job description

About Patches West Surgery Center

At Patches West, we specialize in providing exceptional surgical care to our youngest patients in a warm, child-centered environment. Located in Richmond, TX, our outpatient surgery center is dedicated to delivering safe, high-quality pediatric procedures — helping kids heal and get back to being kids.

About Regent Surgical Health

Since 2001, Regent Surgical Health has been a leader in developing and managing successful surgery center partnerships between hospitals and physicians. We continually improve and evolve the ASC model based on changing market conditions to stay ahead of emerging trends. From this avenue point, our team has developed proprietary ASC ownership models that give both physicians and hospitals what they need to ensure long-term clinical and financial success.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of Clinical Leadership the PreOp/PACU RN provides comprehensive care to patients before and after surgery, ensuring their safety and well-being throughout the perioperative period. This includes preparing patients for surgery, monitoring vital signs and overall condition until point of discharge. Provide appropriate assessment of physical, psychosocial/family, cultural, personal beliefs or restrictions, cognitive abilities, and pain and comfort needs. Maintain open communication with all staff to promote improvement in performance and quality care.

This is a per diem position 7–10 hour shift flexibility per week but this role can move into full-time.

Patches West Surgery Center is a pediatric outpatient center.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Evaluate patients’ physical and mental health, gather relevant medical history, and prepare them for surgery, including assessment of surgical site, assessment of airway quality and function, administering pre-operative medications and IV fluids as needed.
• Provide clear and concise explanations of the surgical procedure, and what to expect during and after surgery to the patient and family members.
• Ensure the surgical site is properly prepared, verify informed consent, and implement safety protocols to prevent complications.
• Conduct venipuncture and blood draws as needed.
• Communicate effectively with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other members of the surgical team to ensure seamless patient care.
• Monitor vital signs, oxygen levels, and overall condition of patients as they recover from anesthesia.
• Administer pain medication and implement pain management strategies to ensure patient comfort.
• Recognize and manage any complications that may arise during the post-operative period.
• Assess patients’ readiness for discharge or transfer providing discharge instructions to patient and other family members.
• Ensure proper supplies, equipment, and medications are ready for use.
• Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to ensure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.
• Operate any designated equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

REQUIRED:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• RN license in appropriate State
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS (per Center requirements)
• ASC Experience

PREFERRED:

• Minimum two years of nursing experience
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nursing