Perioperative RN: Pre/Post Op PACU Care

University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin's Dell Medical School is seeking a Pre-Op/PACU Registered Nurse (RN) to deliver high-quality perioperative care in Austin, TX. You will prepare patients for surgery, monitor recovery, and collaborate with surgical teams to ensure safe, efficient transitions.

Applicants should have a BSN, Texas RN licensure, and at least two years of prior pre-operative or post-anesthesia care experience.

Qualifications

• BSN required; Texas RN license in good standing.
• At least 2 years of experience in pre-operative or post-anesthesia care.
• Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Texas.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for surgery: assess needs, record vitals, and start IVs/pre-op meds.
• Monitor post-anesthesia recovery: observe, record vitals, assess consciousness and comfort.
• Administer medications and dress wounds; provide post-op care and pain management.
• Coordinate patient care with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other staff; handovers.
• Educate patients and families with pre- and post-operative care instructions.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin's Dell Medical School is seeking a Pre-Op/PACU Registered Nurse (RN) to deliver high-quality perioperative care in Austin, TX. You will prepare patients for surgery, monitor recovery, and collaborate with surgical teams to ensure safe, efficient transitions.

Applicants should have a BSN, Texas RN licensure, and at least two years of prior pre-operative or post-anesthesia care experience.