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RN PreOp PACU
Location: Memorial Hermann Texas International Endoscopy Center, Houston TX
Position: Full-Time
About Us
Memorial Hermann Texas International Endoscopy Center is a proud member of United Surgical Partners International (USPI), a leading provider of ambulatory surgical services. Our center is dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a safe and efficient environment. We specialize in a range of surgical procedures and pride ourselves on innovation, excellence, and compassionate service.
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated RN PreOp PACU to join our team at Memorial Hermann Texas International Endoscopy Center. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring seamless surgical and patient care operations. The ideal candidate is passionate about delivering high-quality care, has a strong attention to detail, and thrives in a collaborative healthcare environment.
Key Responsibilities
The RN PreOp PACU has the responsibility to plan, direct organize, coordinate and implement all nursing care services for the pre-op and post-surgical patients in a manner consistent with our mission statement. Nurses work within both pre-op holding and a post-anesthesia care unit (formerly known as the recovery room), where patients are cared for and monitored as they recover from the effects of anesthesia. The nurses' responsibilities include all aspects of patient care prior to and following surgery. This care includes monitoring heart rate, blood pressure, breathing and respiration, as well as managing the pain and nausea that often follow anesthesia. Additionally, they are responsible for:
- Admits, transfers, and discharge of patients.
- Completes ongoing patient assessment and documents according to policy.
- Completes nursing assessment within 2 hours of admission or designated amount of time; designates reason for incompleteness. Reviews database and nutrition screen.
- Participates in the development of patient plan of care to include patient problems, goals, evaluations and interventions.
- Reports symptoms and significant changes in patient’s condition to appropriate personnel immediately.
- Assesses, collaborates and coordinates patient’s discharge planning needs and readiness for discharge with other members of the care team.
- Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
- Demonstrates proficient IV setting skills.
- Follows age specific standards in administering medications based on patient’s age.
- Follows age specific standards of care during altered states of consciousness related to analgesia, conscious sedation or anesthesia.
Skills Required
- Ability to recognize, evaluate, solve problems and correct errors.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, hospital staff, physicians, vendors and the public.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Demonstrates accountability, professionalism, openness, receptive to change, creativity and innovative.
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to adapt to change quickly, strong knowledge base relative to surgery procedures and management of the surgical patient
- Understands principles of aseptic technique and their implementation
- Ability to care for patients from infancy to geriatrics
- Excellent teaching skills
- Basic knowledge of Performance Improvement ideology
Experience Required
- Current Nursing License
- Current CPR, ACLS, and PALS
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
- Minimum 2-year experience in a hospital setting
Why Join Us?
- Competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
- Work-life balance – predictable schedules with no weekend or holiday shifts for most positions.
- Collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education.
Who We Are
United Surgical Partners International (USPI) partners with leading physicians and healthcare systems to provide top-tier surgical care in outpatient settings. We are committed to delivering superior healthcare experiences with integrity, innovation, and compassion.
Join our team and make a difference in patient care today!
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