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. #100