Registered Nurse / RN Pre Op

Ardent Health Services; Harker Heights (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardent Health Services is seeking a day shift, full-time Pre Op & PACU Registered Nurse in Harker Heights, TX to provide direct and perioperative care. The role emphasizes planning a care plan with patients and families and collaborating with the surgical team to ensure patient safety and effective recovery.

Applicants must hold a Texas RN license, BLS, ACLS/PALS, and have 1+ year in a surgery setting; multi-state licensure per NLC is acceptable.

Qualifications

• Texas RN license required.
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire.
• ACLS & PALS required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver direct and indirect patient care in the Perioperative setting.
• Develop nursing care plans in coordination with patient, family and staff.
• Communicate changes in patient condition with physicians and team.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

RN License in Texas

BLS Certification

ACLS/PALS

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Pre Op & 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 the planning and delivery of direct and indirect patient care, developing nursing care plan in coordination with patient, family, and interdisciplinary staff as necessary and communicating changes in patient’s clinical condition with Physicians, Nursing Supervisor/Manager, and co-workers as appropriate.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Completion of required education to obtain Texas Licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Registered Nurse (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.
• ACLS & PALS through AHA (American Heart Association) is required upon hire.
• 1+ years of experience in a surgery setting.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Experience with patient safety best practices