Townsen Memorial Surgery Center -Kingwood is looking for a PRN Registered Nurse PreOp PACUto join our team! Current, active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the State of Texas required. SUMMARY: The Registered Nurse PreOp / PACU is responsible for admitting the patient to the clinical area and providing nursing care to the pre-operative and post-operative patient, as well as, developing a nursing care plan specifically designed for the individual patient. The staffing of the Center is based on a teamwork concept. Employees may be cross trained in other clinical areas and may be expected to perform duties other than their normal ones as staffing and patient needs change.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Maintain a clean, safe, and therapeutic environment in all pre-operative, post-operative, observation, and inpatient areas.
- Admit patients and prepare them for scheduled procedures, including performing initial assessments and identifying nursing needs.
- Monitor patients’ medical conditions and report significant changes to the appropriate physician or anesthesiologist.
- Ensure all necessary surgical documentation (e.g., consent forms, test results, history and physical) is complete and present in the medical record.
- Carry out physician orders accurately and in a timely manner.
- Educate patients and families on procedures, post-operative care, and discharge instructions.
- Provide emotional support to patients and their families as needed.
- Document all aspects of patient care clearly, accurately, and in compliance with policy.
- Conduct pre-operative and post-operative phone calls to patients.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to plan and communicate discharge needs (e.g., transportation, durable medical equipment).
- Maintain clinical competencies (general, age-specific, and medication administration).
- Apply critical thinking and evidence-based practices to problem-solving and decision-making.
- Manage routine care while anticipating, preventing, and responding to emergent situations.
- Use downtime productively and support team members proactively.
- Adapt to changing schedules and environments to ensure high-quality care delivery.
- Protect patient privacy and maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and facility policy.
- Adhere to safety standards; promptly report accidents or hazards and assist in correcting safety issues.
- Comply with all facility policies, procedures, and professional standards.
- Demonstrate professional behavior aligned with the company’s standards of conduct.
- Perform other related tasks as needed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: - Strong clinical knowledge of nursing assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation.
- Proficient in electronic medical records (EMR) and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, including polished patient interactions and phone etiquette.
- Ability to remain calm and composed in high-pressure or emotionally charged situations.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability to shifting priorities and diverse work environments.
- High level of self-motivation and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong commitment to patient privacy, safety, and compliance with legal and ethical standards.
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and maintain patient flow.
- Capable of performing basic equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
- Eagerness to learn and pursue ongoing professional development and mandatory education.
- Maintains licensure and practices within the scope defined by the Texas Nurse Practice Act.
- Demonstrates collaboration in team settings and interdisciplinary care coordination.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Registered Nurse in the State of Texas
- One (1) year of peri-operative experience
- Basic Life Support certified
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certified or must be obtained within sixty (60) days of hire
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certified or must be obtained within sixty (60) days of hire
BENEFITS: - 3 Medical Plans
- 2 Dental Plans
- 2 Vision Plans
- Employee Assistance Program
- Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment Plan
- 401(k) with a 2-year vesting
- PTO + Holidays
Please visit our website for more information: Compensation to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Employment for this position is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening. Townsen Memorial Hospital is an accredited network of facilities with an emphasis on emergency care, outpatient surgery, and diagnostics and imaging. Our core mission is to provide compassionate, evidence-based patient care to those we serve. At Townsen Memorial, we encompass diversity, dignity, and inclusiveness as a reflection of our core values. Townsen Memorial is committed to driving cutting edge healthcare to our patients, our communities and each other.
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