Perioperative RN: Preop, PACU & PAT Care

Legent Health; Fredericksburg (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Legent Health in Fredericksburg, TX is seeking an RN PREOP PACU PAT to manage pre-admission testing, anesthesia recovery, and post-operative care. This role guides patients from anesthesia awakening to discharge readiness, with emphasis on safety, documentation, and timely communication.

The ideal candidate is a graduate of an accredited nursing program with an active license, CPR certification, and 2–3 years in critical care.

Qualifications

• Experience in preoperative and postoperative nursing roles.
• Ability to perform triage and patient assessment in perioperative settings.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee intake and perform initial physical assessment by phone prior to day of surgery.
• Perform tests ordered by surgeon (e.g., EKG) and draw blood for labs.
• Explain process to patients and discuss post-surgical care plan.
• Manage admission to preoperative department and verify patient ID.
• Assess health status and ensure accuracy of identification wristband.
• Ensure operative consents are in order and identify surgeon/procedure.
• Record vitals and readiness for the surgical procedure.
• Initiate IVs and inform patients about procedure and staff.
• Post-op: assess patient condition and monitor vitals.
• Document findings and ensure patient comfort.
• Develop individualized care plans and monitor for changes.
• Educate patients and families about procedures and meds.
• Determine when patient moves to room.
• Record sedation levels and body temperature; manage transfusions.
• Maintain clean and sanitized post-operative space; dress wounds.

Skills

Critical care nursing

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Current and active CPR certification

Current and valid nursing license

2-3 years’ experience in critical care nursing

Cognitive skills

Job description

Legent Health in Fredericksburg, TX is seeking an RN PREOP PACU PAT to manage pre-admission testing, anesthesia recovery, and post-operative care. This role guides patients from anesthesia awakening to discharge readiness, with emphasis on safety, documentation, and timely communication.

The ideal candidate is a graduate of an accredited nursing program with an active license, CPR certification, and 2–3 years in critical care.