Pre-Op/PACU Charge Nurse — Clinical Leader & Flow Lead

Coryell Health; Gatesville (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Coryell Health in Gatesville, TX is seeking a Pre-Op/PACU RN Charge Nurse to provide clinical leadership and direct patient care in the Pre-Operative and PACU. You will coordinate daily department operations, promote safe, high-quality care, and support staff.

You will serve as a clinical resource, mentor staff, assign tasks by patient acuity, collaborate with surgeons and anesthesia providers, and help with orientation and quality improvement initiatives. Texas RN license required.

Qualifications

• Licensed and currently registered as a Professional Nurse in Texas.
• Experience as a Charge Nurse or other leadership role with supervisory responsibilities.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily patient flow in Pre-Op and PACU for safe, efficient care.
• Provide direct nursing care to surgical patients before and after procedures.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and develop care plans.
• Monitor patients recovering from anesthesia and respond to changes promptly.
• Oversee admissions, transfers, and discharges with accurate documentation.
• Mentor and lead nursing staff; assign staff based on acuity.

Skills

Leadership

Nursing

Communication

Supervisory skills

Education

RN License in Texas

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Coryell Health in Gatesville, TX is seeking a Pre-Op/PACU RN Charge Nurse to provide clinical leadership and direct patient care in the Pre-Operative and PACU. You will coordinate daily department operations, promote safe, high-quality care, and support staff.

You will serve as a clinical resource, mentor staff, assign tasks by patient acuity, collaborate with surgeons and anesthesia providers, and help with orientation and quality improvement initiatives. Texas RN license required.