RN - PACU

Memorial Hermann Health System; Town of Texas, Northern (WI, KY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Health System is seeking a PACU RN for Southeast Hospital. Four 10-hour shifts (days) with call on a rotational basis. The role emphasizes safe patient care, nursing assessments, and interdisciplinary collaboration to support recovery and discharge planning.

Experience in PACU and/or ICU with perioperative certification is preferred. MHHS hires based on experience levels, promoting professional growth and adherence to our patient-centered care standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Professional Nursing; BSN preferred.
• Current State of Texas RN license or compact license to practice.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; additional certifications may be required.

Responsibilities

• Delivers safe and appropriate care to patients in the PACU, coordinating with an interdisciplinary team.
• Performs nursing assessments, assists with exams and treatments, and maintains medical records.
• Communicates effectively with patients and families and supports education and discharge planning.
• Collaborates with preceptors and may mentor less experienced staff as needed.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Team collaboration

Patient education

Adaptability

Education

BSN preferred

Job description

## RN - PACUApply: Southeast Hospital: Full time: Posted Today: 100187828At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.**Job Summary**Hours: Four 10hr shifts (Days) Start time to be determined Call is required on a rotational basis \\*\\*Previous PACU and/or ICU experience with Periop certification is preferred. Collaborates with the physician and healthcare team in the delivery of patient care, utilizing the nursing process. Provides professional nursing care to patients, including conducting nursing assessments, assisting with exams and treatment, patient education, and maintenance of medical records. MHHS hires RNs based on years of experience groupings (i.e. newly licensed RN [working under the supervision of RN clinical preceptor], less than 1 year, 1-3 years, 3 to 10 and 10+).## **Job Description****Minimum Qualifications****Education:** Graduate of an accredited School of Professional Nursing; Bachelors of Nursing preferred**License/Certifications:*** Current State of Texas license or temporary/compact license to practice professional nursing* Certified in Basic Life Support* Additional certifications may be required based on discipline and/or nursing unit requirements **Experience / Knowledge / Skills:*** RN I < 1 year* RN II = 1-3 years* RN III = 3-10 years* RN IV = 10+ years* Effective oral and written communication skills* Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by integrating our culture in all internal and external customer interactions; delivers on our brand promise of “we advance health” through innovation, accountability, empowerment, collaboration, compassion and results while ensuring one Memorial Hermann. **Principal Accountabilities*** Delivers safe and appropriate care to patients, according to the nursing skills inventory and the age and needs of the patient/population served.* Coordinates the planning for the delivery of nursing care with an interdisciplinary team and administers appropriate clinical decisions in the delivery of patient care.* Collaborates with, directs, and may delegate to the healthcare team in the attainment of positive outcomes based on data, research, evidence, and professional standards of care.* Coordinates treatment plans; develops/implements discharge and/or transfer plans.* Participates in a systemic, interdisciplinary, and ongoing evaluation of programs, process improvement and desired client-centered outcomes.* Adheres to all regulatory and Texas Board of Nursing standards.* Considers the diverse needs of each patient through the entire continuum of care, providing and ensuring the highest level of service according to established service standards, optimizing the patient experience.* Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards, being a good steward of resources, including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.* Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; may serve as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.* Other duties as assigned.