Preop/PACU RN: Patient Care & Sedation Support

United Surgical Partners International, Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life and AD&D coverage

Disability coverage (short & long-term

FSAs and HSAs

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Cypress Endoscopy Center is seeking a PreOp/PACU Registered Nurse to provide continuous, high-quality care for patients, from anesthesia recovery through discharge planning. You will monitor patient status, assist with sedation in the procedure rooms, and uphold sterile technique as required.

The successful candidate will hold an active RN license, complete BLS/ACLS, and ideally bring PACU or critical care experience to support fast, safe patient turnover in a busy ambulatory setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited RN School of Nursing.
• Active RN license in the state.
• BLS and ACLS Required; PALS if required by the center.
• 2 years of experience in PACU or Critical Care preferred.
• Ability to make decisions based on nursing judgment.
• Able to prioritize and organize workload to meet the needs of patients and the unit.
• Strong communication skills, verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuity and quality nursing care for all patients, with continual evaluation of the patient's condition, safety, comfort, and privacy at all times.
• Assist physicians in procedure rooms with tasks including conscious sedation and sterile techniques as deemed appropriate.
• Provide total comprehensive patient care to patients emerging from general anesthesia and/or sedation; assess, plan, implement, and evaluate for discharge.

Skills

RN license

BLS/ACLS

PALS (if required)

PACU/CCU experience

Decision making

workload prioritization

Communication skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited RN School of Nursing

Job description

Cypress Endoscopy Center is seeking a PreOp/PACU Registered Nurse to provide continuous, high-quality care for patients, from anesthesia recovery through discharge planning. You will monitor patient status, assist with sedation in the procedure rooms, and uphold sterile technique as required.

The successful candidate will hold an active RN license, complete BLS/ACLS, and ideally bring PACU or critical care experience to support fast, safe patient turnover in a busy ambulatory setting.