Registered Nurse

Harlingen Medical Center; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Leave Benefits

401K

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Other Benefits

Job summary

Harlingen Medical Center in Harlingen, TX is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Recovery Room/PACU to join our perioperative team. The role involves monitoring patients after anesthesia, managing pain, ensuring airway stability, and coordinating with surgeons and anesthesiologists.

Candidates must hold a current RN license and BLS/ACLS certifications; PACU or critical care experience is preferred. This full-time day-shift position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to grow within a

Qualifications

• Current and valid state RN license.
• BLS certificate; ACLS within 30 days of hire and maintain.
• PACU or Critical Care experience preferred.
• CCRN preferred for advanced practice.
• BSN preferred for career growth.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patients' vital signs post-anesthesia and detect complications early.
• Assess and manage pain; administer medications as needed.
• Maintain airway and monitor breathing; address respiratory issues.
• Assess neurological status and overall stability during recovery.
• Care for surgical sites, drains, and dressings; observe for infection.
• Provide comfort to wakeful patients and inform families about recovery timeline.
• Communicate with surgeons/anesthesiologists; document care and interventions.
• Deliver post-operative discharge instructions to outpatients.

Skills

PACU Experience

Critical Care

Communication

Education

RN License

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

CCRN preferred

BSN preferred

Job description

Overview

Position: Registered Nurse

Department: Recovery Room/PACU

Shifts Available: Days (some call)

Employment Type: Full Time

Hours: 8 hour shifts

Location: Harlingen Medical Center, Harlingen TX

Responsibilities

• If you have at least one year of experience in the Perioperative area of the operating room as a Circulator, OR Nurse, PACU Nurse or Surgical Nurse you are encouraged to apply!
• Closely monitor patients’ vital signs, including heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, and respiration, to detect any complications early
• Assess and manage pain levels, administer medications as needed to keep the patient comfortable
• Ensure the patient maintains a clear airway and adequate breathing, address any respiratory issues that may arise post-anesthesia
• Continuously assess the patient’s level of consciousness, neurological status, and overall stability as they recover from anesthesia
• Inspect surgical sites, manage drains, and dress wounds as necessary, while observing for signs of infection or other complications
• Offer reassurance and comfort to patients as they wake up, often disoriented, in a calm and soothing environment, keep the patient’s family informed about their condition and the expected timeline for recovery
• Communicate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals regarding the patient’s status and any concerns that arise
• Document all aspects of care provided, including medications administered, patient responses, and any interventions performed
• Deliver post-operative discharge instructions to outpatients prior to discharge

Qualifications

• Current and valid state RN License.
• Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
• ACLS (AHA) certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current.
• Previous Critical Care or PACU experience or minimum of one year on the job training.
• Critical Care RN (CCRN) preferred.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Pay Transparency

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
• Employer 401K options
• Tuition reimbursement options
• Life, disability, and other insurance options
• Many other amazing benefits

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

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