Registered Nurse / RN PACU

Ardent Health Services; Jacksonville (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Ardent Health Services in Jacksonville, TX is seeking a day shift Registered Nurse for the Recovery Room (PACU) on a PRN basis. The RN will provide direct patient care using the nursing process and collaborate with the perioperative team to support safe, efficient patient recovery.

Candidates should have an ADN, Texas RN license, BLS, ACLS, PALS, and trauma certifications or timelines to obtain them. This role emphasizes high-quality care in a fast-paced PACU setting within our hospital network.

Qualifications

• ADN required and Texas RN license active.
• BLS, ACLS and PALS certifications preferred or completed within specified timelines.
• TNCC/ATLS/TCAR trauma certifications within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide and direct patient care using the nursing process for PACU patients.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient care

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Texas RN License

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Trauma Certification (TNCC/ATLS/TCAR)

Job description

Overview

Join our team as day shift, PRN, Recovery Room (PACU) Registered Nurse (RN) in Jacksonville, TX.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with 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:

• UT Health Jacksonville features 33 operational beds, an ICU, a 24-hour ED designated as a Level IV trauma center, a maternity unit, advanced diagnostic technology, surgical suites, cardiopulmonary rehabilitation and a UT Health East Texas Olympic Center fitness and rehabilitation facility.

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who uses the nursing process to provide and direct patient care for a group of patients for a designated time frame.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Must maintain current Texas RN License
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certified
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certified (within 90 days of hire)
• Trauma Certification Course (TNCC, ATLS, TCAR within 1 year of hire)