PRN Pre & Post-Op RN — Join a Collaborative OR

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Time away from work (paid time off)

Job summary

HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center is seeking a Registered Nurse PRN to join our operating room team. The ideal candidate will evaluate patients pre-surgery, educate families, and prepare patients with IV therapy and preoperative meds, ensuring safety and adherence to universal protocols.

The role involves collaborating with surgeons, surgical technologists, and other staff to maintain high-quality, patient-centered care and continuous improvement in perioperative workflows.

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• RN license (RN) required.
• 3 years of Pre and Post Op experience required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients prior to surgery.
• Provide patient and family education surrounding the procedure and peri-operative process.
• Assume responsibility for patient preparation, including intravenous therapy and preoperative medications.
• Participate in surgical site verification, including briefing, time out, debriefing, and universal protocols.
• Recognize and respond to patient emergencies.
• Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care while applying evidence-based practices.
• Be an integral member of a dynamic interdisciplinary team including providers and surgeons.
• Apply the nursing process, critical thinking, and leadership to deliver safe care.
• Assess patient condition, monitor and document changes, and communicate care provided.

Skills

RN

Pre/Post Op exp

BLS (within 30 days)

Education

Registered Nurse Diploma, or Bachelors Degree, or Associate Degree

Job description

HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center is seeking a Registered Nurse PRN to join our operating room team. The ideal candidate will evaluate patients pre-surgery, educate families, and prepare patients with IV therapy and preoperative meds, ensuring safety and adherence to universal protocols.

The role involves collaborating with surgeons, surgical technologists, and other staff to maintain high-quality, patient-centered care and continuous improvement in perioperative workflows.