Registered Nurse / RN PACU

Ardent Health Services; Harker Heights (TX); On-site; USD 72,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardent Health Services in Harker Heights, TX seeks a day shift, full-time Recovery (PACU) Registered Nurse to deliver high-quality post-anesthesia care. The role emphasizes nursing process, documentation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure patient safety.

Requirements include Texas RN licensure, BLS within 14 days, ACLS and PALS on hire, and 1+ year PACU experience. Multistate licensing via NLC preferred; confidentiality is essential.

Qualifications

• RN with Texas Board of Nursing license or multi-state license under the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC).
• BLS certification obtained within 14 days of hire.
• ACLS and PALS certification required upon hire.
• 1+ year PACU hospital experience.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information.
• Preferred: experience with patient safety best practices.

Responsibilities

• Utilize the nursing process to identify patient needs for continuous assessment in the PACU.
• Document and evaluate the effectiveness of nursing actions and ensure a safe care environment.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure continuity of care in the PACU.

Skills

PACU experience

RN license

BLS

ACLS

PALS

Education

Texas RN licensure

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Recovery (PACU) Registered Nurse in Harker Heights, TX.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Seton Medical Center Harker Heights is an 83-bed acute care hospital offering services such as Cardiology, Emergency Services and a Level IV Trauma Designated ER, General Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Total Joint Replacement, Gastroenterology, Diagnostic Services and more.

Responsibilities

• The nurse is responsible for utilizing the nursing process to identify patient needs for continuous assessment in the PACU.
• The nurse will document and evaluate the effectiveness of nursing actions and ensure a safe environment of care.
• The PACU nurse is responsible and accountable for working with other departments to ensure continuity of care.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Completion of education to obtain Texas Licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)
• RN with Texas Board of Nursing – OR – current home state license is required for multi-state license recognition through the Nurse Licensure Compact.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
• Active ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification through AHA is required upon hire.
• Active PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification is required upon hire.
• 1+ years of experience in a PACU hospital setting.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information.

Preferred Job Requirements

• Experience with patient safety best practices