PRN Perioperative Registered Nurse – Patient Care & Recovery

Alpha Home Health and Hospice; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Alpha Home Health and Hospice is seeking a PRN Pre/Post Registered Nurse to provide high-quality, patient-centered care before and after procedures in our clinical setting.

The nurse will perform assessments, initiate IV access, administer medications, monitor recovery, and support safe discharge planning with patient education. Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams and a focus on safety and continuous improvement are essential.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse licensure.
• Strong clinical assessment, monitoring, and medication administration skills.
• Ability to manage IV therapy and recovery-related patient needs.
• Clear communication for discharge teaching and patient education.
• Commitment to patient safety, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and develop individualized pre- and post-procedure care.
• Initiate IV access and administer medications as ordered.
• Monitor vital signs and manage patient recovery.
• Support safe discharge planning, including patient education and teaching.
• Ensure patient safety, comfort, and adherence to clinical protocols.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support innovative care.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement and learning culture initiatives.

Skills

RN licensure

Clinical assessment

Vital signs monitoring

Medication administration

IV therapy

Discharge teaching

Patient education

Patient safety

Inclusion & continuous improvement

Job description

Alpha Home Health and Hospice is seeking a PRN Pre/Post Registered Nurse to provide high-quality, patient-centered care before and after procedures in our clinical setting.

The nurse will perform assessments, initiate IV access, administer medications, monitor recovery, and support safe discharge planning with patient education. Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams and a focus on safety and continuous improvement are essential.