RN PACU PRN

Methodist McKinney Hospital; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist McKinney Hospital in McKinney, TX is seeking a registered nurse for preoperative and PACU care. You will perform preop assessments, verify labs and consents, and educate patients about procedures and recovery expectations.

The role requires Texas RN licensure with BLS, ACLS, and PALS at hire and preferably 2+ years in preop/PACU, critical care, or ED. EMR experience and a team-focused approach are essential for patient safety and smooth transitions.

Qualifications

• Current unencumbered licensure as a Registered Nurse in Texas
• BLS, ACLS and PALS certification required at time of hire

Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive preoperative assessments and verifies documentation, labs and consents
• Provides patient education about procedures and postoperative expectations
• Initiates IV access, administers meds and prepares patients for surgery
• Monitors patients in PACU, assesses airway, vitals, pain and site status
• Administers interventions to manage pain, nausea or complications as ordered
• Documents care accurately in EMR and communicates with surgical teams and families
• Ensures safe discharge or inpatient transfer following recovery criteria
• Maintains cleanliness and readiness of Pre-op and PACU areas
• Participates in education, meetings and quality improvement initiatives
• Adheres to infection control and safety protocols

Skills

Clinical assessment

Critical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Nursing Diploma/ADN

BSN preferred

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Description

Methodist McKinney Hospital
McKinney, TX 75070, USA

Now Hiring!

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current unencumbered licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Texas
• Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required at time of hire

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Diploma from an accredited school of nursing; ADN required, BSN preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a preop/PACU, critical care, and/or emergency department setting preferred
• Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems preferred

RESPONSIBILITES:

• Exhibits strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Utilizes excellent communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families, co-workers, and physicians.
• Functions efficiently in a team-oriented environment.
• Conducts thorough preoperative assessments and verifies all necessary documentation, labs, and consents
• Provides patient education regarding surgical procedures and post-operative expectations
• Initiates IV access, administers medications, and prepares patients for surgery
• Monitors patients in the post-anesthesia care unit, assessing airway, vital signs, pain, and surgical sites
• Administers medications and interventions as ordered to manage pain, nausea, or complications
• Documents all care and assessments accurately in the EMR system
• Communicates effectively with surgical teams and family members regarding patient status
• Ensures safe discharge of patients following recovery criteria or prepares for inpatient transfer as needed
• Maintains cleanliness and readiness of the Pre-op and PACU areas
• Participates in ongoing education, staff meetings, and quality improvement initiatives
• Adheres to all infection control and safety protocols

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching
• Must be able to lift and move patients or equipment up to 25 lbs
• Ability to respond quickly to emergency situations
• Requires visual and auditory acuity to assess patients and respond to alarms

PRN Working Agreement

• Sign up for at least one shift per week.
• Sign up for three weekday call shifts per month.
• Be available to work 10-hour shifts between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM, as needed.

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