Registered Nurse Post Surgical Unit PRN

United Surgical Partners International, Inc; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital Las Colinas in Irving, TX is hiring a Registered Nurse for the Post Surgical Unit. Day shift (7:00am–7:00pm) and night shift (7:00pm–7:00am) positions are available to support patient-centered care.

Responsibilities include direct patient care, planning and evaluating nursing care, rapid response to emergencies, education of patients and families, pain management, medication delivery, and accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; BSN preferred.
• Current Texas RN license.
• BLS certification; ACLS/PALS within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care within RN scope and hospital policies.
• Plans, implements, and evaluates nursing care for patients per physician orders.
• Responds quickly and appropriately to emergencies.
• Identifies educational needs and documents patient/family education.
• Manages pain for post-surgical patients; administers medications safely.
• Delivers care and follows up per policy; maintains documentation.

Skills

Excellent communication

Nursing assessment

Patient education

Electronic Health Records

Education

BSN preferred

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Job ID 94615 Date posted 09/03/2026

Welcome to Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital Las Colinas, Irving, TX, where innovation, collaboration, and patient-centered care converge to create an exceptional workplace!

Registered Nurse Post Surgical Unit at Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital Las Colinas

Day Shift Hours available: 7:00am-7:00pm

Night Shift Hours available: 7:00pm-7:00am

• Performs direct patient care within scope of RN practice and according to hospital policies and procedures.


• Plans, implements, and evaluates nursing care for patients based on individual, specific patient needs, and according to physician’s orders.


• Responds quickly and appropriately to emergency situations.


• Identifies educational needs, implements and evaluates learning and documents patient / family education.


• Manages acute and chronic pain on all patients but especially post procedure or surgical patients to assist in alleviating suffering and improving healing.


• Delivers medication based upon continual assessment, safety, and evaluation of patient response.


• Responds to patients presenting to hospital with healthcare need and perform MSE follows policies and procedures for follow up.


• Follows all documentation policies and procedures.

Why Choose Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital Las Colinas?

• A Powerhouse Collaboration: Our hospital is a joint venture between Baylor Scott & White Health (BSWH), United Surgical Partners International (USPI), and dedicated local physicians. This partnership ensures a dynamic and enriching environment for both patients and staff.


• Serving North Texas: Covering the expansive North Texas region, we provide a wide range of medical and surgical services across 7 Operating Rooms, 12 private inpatient rooms, and a 3-bed Emergency Department.


• Expert Specializations: Our hospital is a hub for expertise, specializing in Orthopedics, Joint Replacement, Spine, Urology, General Surgery, ENT, and more. Our diverse range of specialties offers you the opportunity to expand your skills and make a difference in patients' lives.


• A Legacy of Excellence: Established in 2003 as Irving Coppell Surgical Hospital, we've been serving the Dallas-Fort Worth communities for years. Our unwavering mission is to provide top-notch surgical care in a welcoming and safe environment – a place where we'd confidently treat our own families.


• Education & Compassionate Care: Our commitment to personalized health and wellness extends beyond medical procedures. We empower our staff to stay up-to-date on the latest advancements, treatments, and procedures, ensuring the best possible care for our patients and their families.


• Cutting-Edge Technology: Experience the future of healthcare with our state-of-the-art facility equipped with advanced technology. From routine procedures to complex surgeries, we combine exceptional care with genuine compassion.

Required Skills

Education

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, BSN preferred.

Licensure/Certification

• Current Texas RN License


• Current BLS, must get ACLS/PALS within 6 months of hire.

Required Experience

Specific Job Experience

• Two (2) years' experience as an RN in a hospital telemetry or ICU Unit, preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrates knowledge and skill level necessary to assess patient’s psychosocial, educational and physical needs, as well as the ability to address these needs in an age-appropriate manner in the pediatric, adolescent, adult and/ or geriatric patient population.


• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.


• Good organization habits.


• Ability to make decisions based on nursing judgment.


• Able to prioritize and organize workload to meet needs of patients and unit.


• Experience with Electronic Healthcare Records