Registered Nurse / RN Pre-Op

UT Health East Texas; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Comprehensive health benefits

Job summary

UT Health East Texas seeks a day shift, full-time Pre-Op Registered Nurse (RN) in Tyler, TX. You will apply the nursing process to plan and deliver care for a designated patient group in the pre-operative phase.

The role requires ADN, current Texas RN license, and certifications (BLS, ACLS, PALS) with trauma and airway management expertise. Join a reputed hospital system with advanced acute care services.

Qualifications

• ADN and Texas RN license required.
• BLS must be current or obtained within 14 days of hire.
• ACLS and PALS certifications required within stated windows.
• TNCC/ATLS/TCAR within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide and direct patient care using the nursing process for a defined patient group.

Skills

Airway management

Trauma care

Pediatric/Adult care

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Texas RN License

Tools

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

TNCC/ATLS/TCAR

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Pre-Op Registered Nurse (RN) in Tyler, TX.

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Pre-Op Registered Nurse (RN) in Tyler, 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:

• UT Health Tyler is the flagship hospital of the system serving hundreds of thousands annually. Specializing in advanced acute care medicine, our midtown location boasts a Level 1 trauma center and comprehensive stroke center, the region’s only EMCO program and a Level III NICU. Our medical staff includes more than 500 physicians and a full complement of subspecialty groups.

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:

• Associate Degree of Nursing (ADN)
• Must maintain current Texas RN License
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care
• Advanced Cardiovascular 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)
• Thorough knowledge of airway management and rescue methods
• Pediatric/Adult Phase 1 and Phase 2
• Maintain knowledge of ASPAN standards

Preferred Job Requirements:

• PACU, ICU, ER, or other acceptable acute care experience