Registered Nurse Pre Op Pacu Full Time

Methodist McKinney Hospital; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist McKinney Hospital in McKinney, TX is seeking an operating room PACU nurse to conduct preoperative assessments and postoperative monitoring.

The role requires current Texas RN licensure and active BLS/ACLS/PALS certification, with a preferred ADN/BSN pathway and 2 years of critical care or ED/PACU experience.

Qualifications

• Current unencumbered licensure as a registered nurse in Texas.
• BLS/ACLS/PALS certification required at time of hire.
• Diploma from an accredited school of nursing; ADN required, BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Exhibits strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, co-workers, and physicians.
• Functions efficiently in a team-oriented environment.
• Conducts thorough preoperative assessments and verifies documentation, labs, and consents.
• Provides patient education regarding surgical procedures and post-operative expectations.
• Initiates IV access, administers medications, and prepares patients for surgery.
• Monitors patients in PACU, assesses airway, vitals, pain, and surgical sites.
• Administers medications to manage pain, nausea, or complications.
• Documents care in the EMR system.
• Communicates status with surgical teams and family members.
• Ensures safe discharge or inpatient transfer as needed.

Skills

RN License TX

BLS/ACLS/PALS

EMR familiarity

Education

Diploma in Nursing

ADN required

BSN preferred

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Description

Methodist McKinney Hospital
McKinney, TX 75070, USA

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current unencumbered licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Texas
• Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required at time of hire

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Diploma from an accredited school of nursing; ADN required, BSN preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a preop/PACU, critical care, and/or emergency department setting preferred
• Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems preferred

RESPONSIBILITES:

• Exhibits strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Utilizes excellent communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families, co-workers, and physicians.
• Functions efficiently in a team-oriented environment.
• Conducts thorough preoperative assessments and verifies all necessary documentation, labs, and consents
• Provides patient education regarding surgical procedures and post-operative expectations
• Initiates IV access, administers medications, and prepares patients for surgery
• Monitors patients in the post-anesthesia care unit, assessing airway, vital signs, pain, and surgical sites
• Administers medications and interventions as ordered to manage pain, nausea, or complications
• Documents all care and assessments accurately in the EMR system
• Communicates effectively with surgical teams and family members regarding patient status
• Ensures safe discharge of patients following recovery criteria or prepares for inpatient transfer as needed
• Maintains cleanliness and readiness of the Pre-op and PACU areas
• Participates in ongoing education, staff meetings, and quality improvement initiatives
• Adheres to all infection control and safety protocols

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching
• Must be able to lift and move patients or equipment up to 25 lbs
• Ability to respond quickly to emergency situations
• Requires visual and auditory acuity to assess patients and respond to alarms

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOURE:

• Category I exposure to blood borne pathogens, frequent exposure to chemical hazards and may encounter radiation hazards.

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