Registered Nurse Preop/Pacu

Defense Mechanics Inc; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor Surgicare at Denton is seeking a Registered Nurse for PreOp/PACU to provide continuous, high-quality nursing care to patients undergoing surgery. The role emphasizes patient safety, comfort and privacy from admission through recovery, with opportunities to assist in the procedure rooms and anesthesia-related care.

Mondays through Fridays, no night shifts, no weekends or holidays required, and a supportive environment focused on professional growth and well-being within a USPI joint

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited RN program.
• Active RN license in the state.
• BLS, ACLS required; PALS if required by the center.
• 2 years of PACU or Critical Care experience preferred.
• Ability to make decisions based on nursing judgement.
• Prioritize and organize workload to meet patient needs.
• Strong communication skills, verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuity and quality nursing care for all patients in PreOp/PACU.
• Continuously evaluate patient condition, ensuring safety, comfort and privacy.
• Assist physicians in procedure rooms with tasks including conscious sedation and sterile technique as appropriate.
• Deliver total comprehensive care to patients emerging from anesthesia or sedation; plan and evaluate for discharge.

Skills

Nursing skills

Patient care

Critical thinking

Communication

Education

RN license (state)

Tools

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Job description

Responsibilities

• Position requires weekdays only -- no holidays, weekends, nights or calls

Welcome to Baylor Surgicare at Denton where excellence meets work-life balance in a supportive environment that prioritizes both your professional growth and personal well-being.

Why Choose Baylor Surgicare at Denton?

• Elevated Quality of Care: Join a team dedicated to delivering top-tier surgical procedures in a high-quality, service-oriented atmosphere. Our commitment to excellence ensures that each patient receives the best care possible.
• Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy a work environment that values your time and well-being. With no call responsibilities, weekends, and holidays off, you'll have the chance to nurture your career while also embracing a fulfilling personal life.
• USPI Partnership: Baylor Surgicare at Denton is a proud joint venture with USPI, fostering a collaborative setting that encourages growth and innovation.
• Accreditation & Ownership: Our facility boasts accreditation from The Joint Commission, reflecting our unwavering dedication to upholding rigorous quality standards. Additionally, physicians have an ownership or investment interest in our facility, demonstrating our commitment to partnership and collaboration.
• Advanced Facilities: With 4 Operating Rooms and 1 Treatment Room, our state-of-the-art equipment enables surgeons to excel in specialties including Colon & Rectal Surgery, ENT, Gastroenterology, General, Podiatry, Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, Urology and more.
• Professional Specialization: As a part of our team, you'll be at the forefront of surgical excellence across a variety of specialties, making a significant impact on patients' lives and contributing to their overall well-being.

Registered Nurse PreOp/PACU at Baylor Surgicare at Denton

The PreOp/PACU Registered Nurse provides continuity and quality nursing care for all patients, with continual evaluation of the patient's condition, providing patient safety, comfort, and privacy at all times. May assist the physicians in the procedure rooms with various tasks, including conscious sedation, and utilizing sterile techniques as deemed appropriate. Will provide total comprehensive patient care to patients emerging from general anesthesia and/or sedation; assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the patient and family in preparation for discharge

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited RN School of Nursing
• Active RN license in the state
• BLS and ACLS Required, PALS if required by the center
• 2 years of experience in PACU or Critical Care preferred
• Ability to make decisions based on nursing judgment
• Able to prioritize and organize workload to meet the needs of patients and the unit
• Strong communication skills, verbal and written

Who We Are

At USPI, we create relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and healthcare systems to provide first-class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States. We are committed to providing surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner.

USPI is committed to, and proud of our inclusive culture. An inclusive culture, in our view, is respectful of differences and nurtures and supports the contributions of each individual, while also embracing and leveraging diversity. A diverse workforce, combined with an inclusive culture, makes USPI stronger and better able to meet the needs of our diverse patient and physician population.

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