Seasonal Registered Nurse PreOpPACU

United Surgical Partners International Inc (USPI); Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

North Central Surgical Center in Dallas, TX, seeks a Registered Nurse for Pre-Op/PACU on a temporary seasonal basis (start late September 2026 through end of 2026). The RN provides comprehensive perioperative care, from preoperative preparation through post-anesthesia recovery, ensuring patient safety and high-quality outcomes within a high-volume surgical environment.

Requires TX RN license, BLS, ACLS/PALS within 60 days, and at least 2 years of critical care experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited RN program.
• Current Texas RN License.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from American Heart Association.
• ACLS and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications must be obtained within 60 days of hire.
• Minimum of 2 years of critical care experience; perioperative nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect patient care in PreOp and PACU for both inpatient and outpatient surgical patients.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care using the nursing process during the perioperative period.
• Conduct preoperative assessments to determine patient readiness for surgery and ensure necessary preparation.
• Monitor recovery from anesthesia and provide critical care until discharge or transfer criteria are met.
• Administer and document medications safely and provide nursing interventions as needed.
• Educate patients and families regarding preoperative preparation, postoperative care, and recovery instructions.
• Maintain proficiency with medical equipment used in preoperative and postoperative care.
• Support admission and discharge processes and participate in rotation of call shifts as needed.
• Maintain accurate documentation of assessments, interventions, and outcomes.

Skills

Critical care

Perioperative nursing

Education

Graduation from an accredited RN program

Job description

This is a Temporary Seasonal Position. Potential Start date: Late September, throughout the end of 2026

**North Central Surgical Center is a highly successful, Baylor Scott & White affiliated hospital located in Dallas, TX. We partner with the very best team members and medical staff in the area. We are a surgical focused hospital that performs over 12,000 procedures per year. **

FACTS ABOUT NORTH CENTRAL:

Opened in 2005, 14 Operating Rooms and 30 Medical/Surgical Patient Rooms. We are conveniently located at Walnut Hill & 75 in the prestigious NorthPark area Specialties include: Orthopedics, Spine, General Surgery, Pain Management, Urology, GI/Endoscopy, Plastic, and Podiatry surgeries. Managed by United Surgical Partners International & Joint Commission Accredited

Under the direct supervision of the Pre-Op/PACU Clinical Supervisor, the Registered Nurse – Pre-Op/PACU provides comprehensive nursing care to ensure that patient care services are delivered in accordance with the hospital’s mission, vision, and goals. The RN is responsible for preoperative preparation, post-anesthesia recovery, and the continuity of care throughout the perioperative process. This role focuses on ensuring patient safety, comfort, and optimal outcomes by delivering high-quality, patient-centered care and collaborating closely with the surgical team. The RN is responsible for upholding professional standards and compliance with regulatory guidelines, including those set by the state board of nursing, ASPAN, ANA, TXBON, and Joint Commission.

• Provide direct and indirect patient care in PreOp and PACU for both inpatient and outpatient surgical patients.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, utilizing the nursing process to ensure safe, effective care throughout the perioperative period.
• Conduct preoperative assessments to determine patient readiness for surgery and ensure necessary preparation.
• Monitor patients’ recovery from anesthesia, providing critical care until they meet discharge or transfer criteria.
• Implement physician orders, administer and document medications safely, and provide nursing interventions as necessary, in accordance with standards of practice
• Provide patient and family education regarding preoperative preparation, post-operative care, and recovery instructions.
• Maintain proficiency in using medical equipment needed for preoperative and postoperative care.
• Participate in the admission and discharge process as needed, ensuring smooth transitions and proper documentation
• Participate in the rotational call system to support staffing needs.
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes.
• Respond promptly to emergency situations, providing appropriate interventions in line with hospital
  protocols.

Required Skills

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited RN program.

Licensure/Certification:

• Current Texas RN License.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification accredited through American Heart Association (AHA).
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications accredited through AHA (must be obtained within 60 days of hire).

Specific Job Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of critical care experience in a hospital setting, preferably in perioperative nursing.
• Experience in a high-volume surgical environment is highly preferred.

Required Experience

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited RN program.

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited RN program.

Licensure/Certification:

• Current Texas RN License.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification accredited through American Heart Association (AHA).
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications accredited through AHA (must be obtained within 60 days of hire).

Specific Job Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of critical care experience in a hospital setting, preferably in perioperative nursing.
• Experience in a high-volume surgical environment is highly preferred.