RN - PACU (Nights)

Memorial Hermann; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann in Houston, TX, seeks an experienced RN for the PACU night shift to provide safe, compassionate post-anesthesia care. You will assess patients, monitor recovery, administer medications, and collaborate with surgeons and the care team.

Minimum qualifications include Texas RN license, BLS certification, and a graduate of an accredited nursing program. Bachelor''s degree preferred; multiple RN levels (I–IV) reflect experience bands.

Qualifications

• Current State of Texas RN license or temporary/compact license to practice professional nursing.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification to satisfy job requirements.
• RN levels indicate experience bands: RN I (<1 yr), RN II (1-3 yrs), RN III (3-10 yrs), RN IV (10+ yrs).

Responsibilities

• Delivers safe, high-quality nursing care to PACU patients in the recovery phase.
• Performs assessments, monitors recovery, and administers medications as prescribed.
• Collaborates with physicians and interdisciplinary team to plan discharge and ensure patient-centered outcomes.

Skills

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred

Job description

RN - PACU (Nights)### RN - PACU (Nights)Apply: Southeast Hospital: Full time: Posted Today: 100189029At 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: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 1800-0630 Call Requirement: 1 rotating holiday call and 2 call shifts in every 6wk schedule Holiday Requirement: one rotating holiday call per year \\*\\*Previous PACU experience preferred. ICU experience considered. 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**Licenses/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 **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.* 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.* Adheres to all regulatory and Texas Board of Nursing standards.* Ensures safe care to patients, staffs and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications 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.* Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.* Other duties as assigned.