Registered Nurse Day Surgery

Palestine Regional Medical Center; Palestine (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Palestine Regional Medical Center in Palestine, TX, seeks an experienced RN for outpatient surgery. The role provides direct nursing care for same-day procedures, supporting pre-, intra-, and post-operative phases in a fast-paced environment focused on safety and patient education.

The ideal candidate has an accredited nursing degree with a BSN preferred, current TX RN license, and BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications. Prior outpatient surgery experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Great analytical and assessment skills.
• Ability to manage multiple patients in a busy outpatient setting.
• Effective communication and teamwork.
• Familiarity with outpatient surgery protocols and infection control.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR).
• Committed to quality improvement and patient-centered care.
• Physical ability for prolonged standing and patient mobility.
• Compliance with regulatory policies and required certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provides pre-operative nursing assessment and education to patients and families.
• Assists in preparing patients for surgery including IV starts and documentation.
• Monitors patient condition during recovery and post-anesthesia care.
• Coordinates discharge planning with clear post-operative instructions.
• Collaborates with surgical and interdisciplinary teams to ensure timely patient flow.
• Documents patient care clearly per standards.
• Advocates for patient safety, privacy, and comfort.

Skills

Critical thinking

Multitasking

Team communication

EMR proficiency

Quality improvement

Education

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing

BSN preferred

Job description

Join Palestine Regional Medical Center in Palestine, TX, a 150-bed hospital that has recently earned the prestigious Leapfrog “A” Safety Grade, the Platinum Award for quality from parent-company ScionHealth, and certification as a Chest Pain Center and Level IV Trauma facility. Palestine Regional provides a range of comprehensive care, including the latest in diagnostic, therapeutic, and rehabilitative services, both on an inpatient and outpatient basis. Palestine Regional is an integral part of the local community, giving you the chance to grow your career while making a real impact close to home.

Job Summary

RN-Outpatient Surgery provides direct and comprehensive nursing care to patients undergoing same-day surgical procedures in an outpatient setting. Utilizing the nursing process, the RN assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to ensure safe and efficient surgical experiences. The RN in this role supports pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative care within a fast-paced environment focused on patient comfort, safety, and education.

Essential Functions

• Provides pre-operative nursing assessment and education to patients and families
• Assists in preparing patients for surgery including IV starts, pre-medication, and documentation
• Monitors patient condition during recovery and post-anesthesia care
• Coordinates discharge planning and provides clear post-operative instructions
• Collaborates with surgical and interdisciplinary teams to ensure timely patient flow
• Documents patient care clearly and accurately in compliance with standards
• Advocates for the safety, privacy, and comfort of all surgical patients

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Strong assessment and critical thinking skills
• Ability to manage multiple patients in a high-volume, fast-paced outpatient setting
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities
• Familiarity with outpatient surgery protocols and infection control standards
• Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR)
• Committed to quality improvement and patient-centered care
• Physical ability to perform required duties, including prolonged standing and assisting in patient mobility
• Maintains compliance with all regulatory and institutional policies
• Attends required training and maintains current certifications and clinical competencies

Qualifications

Education

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Licenses/Certifications

• Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required within time frame specified in facility policy)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification (required within time frame specified in facility policy)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification (required within timeframe specified in facility policy)

Experience

• Minimum of one year of clinical nursing experience preferred
• Previous experience in an outpatient surgery, ambulatory surgery center, or perioperative environment strongly preferred