Registered Nurse / RN Pre-Op/Post Day Surgery

UT Health East Texas; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Health benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

UT Health East Texas in Tyler, TX is seeking a day shift, full-time Pre-Op/Post Day Surgery Registered Nurse (RN). The role focuses on direct patient care using the nursing process for a defined patient group and time frame. Requirements include ADN, Texas RN license, BLS, ACLS, PALS, and Trauma certifications (TNCC/ATLS/TCAR within 1 year).

Prior PACU/ICU/ER experience is preferred. You will work in a fast-paced environment within the Medical Education Building.

Qualifications

• ADN required and Texas RN license active.
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications.
• Trauma certifications (TNCC/ATLS/TCAR) within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care using the nursing process for a designated group of patients.
• Coordinate care with the health team and ensure patient safety.

Skills

Airway management

Nursing process

Direct patient care

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Texas RN License

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

Trauma Certification (TNCC/ATLS/TCAR)

Job description

Overview

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

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Pre-Op/Post Day Surgery 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:

• This position is located in the new Medical Education Building (MEB).
• 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