Pre-Op Surgical Nurse - Patient Advocate & Care

Methodist Hospital for Surgery; Addison (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Hospital for Surgery is looking for a Registered Nurse in Addison, Texas. The role involves acting as a patient advocate and providing continuity of care, collaborating with healthcare teams to meet patient needs. Candidates are required to hold a Texas RN license and have at least two years of surgical floor experience.

The position requires strong assessment and documentation skills, the ability to lift over 20 pounds, and knowledge of emergency response protocols. This is a vital role in ensuring high-quality patient care in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ work experience as a staff nurse with surgical floor experience.
• Ability to lift over 20 pounds and stand/walk for up to five hours per day.
• Knowledge of medical/surgical patient care and emergency equipment.

Responsibilities

• Act as patient advocate and provide continuity of care.
• Perform ongoing assessment and data collection.
• Implement care based on nursing processes.

Skills

Patient advocacy

Collaboration

Assessment and documentation

Emergency response

Problem-solving

Education

Licensure as a registered nurse in Texas

BLS certification

ACLS certification or completion within 3 months

Job description

Methodist Hospital for Surgery is looking for a Registered Nurse in Addison, Texas. The role involves acting as a patient advocate and providing continuity of care, collaborating with healthcare teams to meet patient needs. Candidates are required to hold a Texas RN license and have at least two years of surgical floor experience.

The position requires strong assessment and documentation skills, the ability to lift over 20 pounds, and knowledge of emergency response protocols. This is a vital role in ensuring high-quality patient care in a dynamic environment.