PRN Pre/Post Registered Nurse (RN), Ambulatory Surgery Center

University of Texas; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a PRN Pre-Post Registered Nurse (RN) for the Ambulatory Surgery Center in Austin, TX. The role focuses on preparing patients for surgery and monitoring recovery from anesthesia, ensuring a smooth perioperative transition, and collaborating with anesthesiologists and surgeons.

Responsibilities include assessing needs, taking vital signs, initiating IVs, administering pre-operative and post-operative medications, and providing patient education and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is required.
• Active Texas RN license is required.
• 2+ years pre- or post-op experience in pre-operative or post-anesthesia care.
• Flexibility in days and hours to work; education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
• Master’s degree in Nursing is preferred; CPAN and BLS are advantageous.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is beneficial.
• Experience in ambulatory surgery center is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for surgery.
• Assess patients' physical and emotional needs.
• Take and record vital signs and medical histories.
• Initiate IVs and administer pre-operative medications.
• Monitor post-anesthesia recovery.
• Observe patients for anesthesia side effects.
• Monitor and record patient vital signs.
• Assess patients' level of consciousness and comfort.
• Administer medications and treatments as necessary.
• Change wound dressings and provide post-operative care.
• Ensure patients receive appropriate pain management.
• Coordinate patient care with surgeons and anesthesiologists.
• Coordinate admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Provide detailed handovers to the next shift.
• Educate patients and families on pre- and post-operative care.
• Answer questions and address concerns about surgery and recovery.
• Offer emotional support and reassurance.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Master’s degree in Nursing

Job description

Job Posting Title: PRN Pre/Post Registered Nurse (RN), Ambulatory Surgery Center

Hiring Department: Dell Medical School

Position Open To: All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 8

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt from FLSA

Earliest Start Date: Immediately

Position Duration: Expected to Continue

Location: AUSTIN, TX

Job Details: PURPOSE

The Pre-Op/PACU RN is responsible for providing high-quality care to patients before and after surgical procedures. This role involves preparing patients for surgery, monitoring their recovery from anesthesia, and ensuring a smooth transition through the perioperative process. The Pre-op/PACU RN reports to the Pre-op/PACU Charge Nurse and works closely with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare Patients for Surgery
• Assess patients' physical and emotional needs.
• Take and record vital signs and medical histories.
• Initiate IVs and administer pre-operative medications.
• Monitor Post-Anesthesia Recovery
• Observe patients for side effects of anesthesia.
• Monitor and record patient vital signs.
• Assess patients' level of consciousness and comfort.
• Administer Medications and Treatments
• Administer pain medications and other treatments as necessary.
• Change wound dressings and provide post-operative care.
• Ensure patients receive appropriate pain management.
• Coordinate Patient Care
• Communicate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Coordinate patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Provide detailed handovers to the next shift.
• Educate Patients and Families
• Provide pre- and post-operative care instructions to patients and their families.
• Answer questions and address concerns regarding surgery and recovery.
• Offer emotional support and reassurance.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing
• Active Texas RN license
• 2+ years pre- or post-op experience in pre-operative or post-anesthesia care.
• Flexibility in days and hours available to work
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in Nursing
• 3+ years pre- or post-op experience in pre-operative or post-anesthesia care.
• Certification in Post-Anesthesia Nursing (CPAN) and Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• Experience in an ambulatory surgery center.

SALARY RANGE

$47.30/hr + depending on qualifications

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work hours are variable based on patient care needs but are generally Monday-Friday. Ability to sit and stand for prolonged periods of time, ability to walk, some bending, stooping and stretching. Ability to perform overhead and low reaching activities. Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to provide patient care and operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, and occasional use of other office equipment; Requires normal range of hearing/eyesight/voice projection to record, prepare, and communicate appropriately; Physical strength for equipment needs and patient care activities; may require frequent lifting/moving up to 50 pounds and occasional lifting/moving in excess of 50 pounds. Ability to move quickly in response to patient needs. Exposure to noisy equipment. Subject to varying and unpredictable situations, high stress/pressure, handles emergency or crisis situations, regular interaction with emotional patients and/or family members. Work is performed in a patient care setting and may involve exposure to infections, communicable diseases and hazardous materials, radiation/laser, waste gases and blood and body fluids. Frequent exposure to water and chemicals used in disinfection/sterilization process.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

RETIREMENT PLAN ELIGIBILITY

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

BACKGROUND CHECKS

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

PAY TRANSPARENCY

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-VERIFY

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COMPLIANCE

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and related requirements. If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.

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