Pre-Op/Recovery RN (ASC)

Huntsville Memorial Hospital; Huntsville (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Huntsville is seeking a Pre-Op/PACU RN to deliver exceptional patient care in a surgical environment. The role involves collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, assessing patient needs, and ensuring compliance with healthcare standards. Ideal candidates will possess a Texas RN license and demonstrate strong communication and problem-solving skills. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Training & Development

Wellness Resources

Qualifications

• One year of PACU or critical care nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes nursing process to assess, plan, provide, document and evaluate care.
• Coordinates and analyzes assessment data to determine diagnoses.
• Administers medications and adheres to infection prevention protocols.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Graduate of a school of professional nursing

Job description

POSITION PURPOSE

Under general supervision of the Administrator, the Pre-Op/PACU RN uses the nursing process, collaborates with the physician and healthcare team in the delivery of care to patients who are preparing for, have had a surgical or other invasive procedure in the ASC. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient populations served, as well as the principles of growth and development as it relates to the different life cycles.

Essential Job Functions

Every effort has been made to make this job description as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties the incumbent will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is a logical assignment to the position.

1. Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, provide, document and evaluate care.
2. Conducts ongoing and systematic data collection, guided by physiological and psychological principles, to establish nursing diagnoses and predict outcomes.
3. Coordinates and analyzes assessment data to determine diagnoses and establish patient goals.
4. Plans and coordinates nursing care with a multidisciplinary team, making appropriate clinical decisions.
5. Delivers competent care according to patient needs and implements interventions in the plan of care.
6. Evaluates patient progress and communicates effectively with physicians and team members.
7. Provides patient and family teaching tailored to individual needs.
8. Administers and reconciles medications appropriately.
9. Adheres to infection prevention protocols.
10. Understands patient rights, including confidentiality, informed consent, and privacy.
11. Demonstrates adaptability, problem solving, and professionalism.
12. Participates in program evaluation, process improvement, and achieves client-centered outcomes.
13. Supports professional growth, meets continuing education requirements, and mentors less experienced staff.
14. Participates in survey readiness and ensures compliance with regulatory standards.
15. Follows the HMH Legal Compliance Code of Conduct.
16. Maintains patient confidentiality and handles PHI appropriately.
17. Maintains a safe work environment and reports safety concerns.
18. Performs other related duties as assigned.

LATITUDE, CONTACTS/INTERACTIONS

Participates in interdisciplinary team care and service delivery, interacting mainly with hospital staff, medical staff, patients, and visitors.

Requirements

Education: Graduate of a school of professional nursing.

Experience: None required; however, one year of PACU or critical care nursing experience is preferred.

License/Certification: Current Texas RN licensure required. BLS certification required within 30 days; ACLS certification within 90 days of employment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Frequent standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching; occasional sitting, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting. Visual and hearing acuity required; color vision needed for skin and medication color changes. Work mainly indoors with good ventilation. Reliable transportation needed for on-call duties. Possible exposure to chemicals, moving parts, electric shock, radiant energy, and infectious diseases.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off
• Disability Insurance
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources