Registered Nurse (RN) II - PACU
Fast-paced, high volume PACU department is looking for top skilled RN's. Is that you?
Work location: TH Ctr Diagnostics/Surgery 6020 W Parker Rd TX 75093
Work hours: Full Time | 40 Hours / Week | Evening shift | 3-11 PM
Surgery Department highlights:
- Robust Unit Based Council (UBC) and engaged leadership team
- Fast-Paced, high-volume department averaging
- The professional nurse exhibits understanding of basic human needs.
- Demonstrates recognition and understanding of patient's affiliations.
- Phase II recovery focuses on preparing patients for hospital discharge, including education regarding the surgeon's postoperative instructions and any prescribed discharge medications.Apr
Here's What You Need
- Associate's Degree Nursing required Or Diploma Nurse Completion.
- CLIAFE Must comply with CLIA regulations regarding foreign education equivalency required
- 1 Year Experience as a clinical nurse or completion of an RN residency program (required)
- BSN (Preferred)
- 1 year of Experience as a clinical nurse in PACU required
- RN - Registered Nurse Upon Hire (Required)
- BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support Upon Hire (Required)
- ACLS Within 90 Days Of Hire
What You Will Do
Complete regular assessments and maintenance of comfort
Have knowledge of basic physiology and pathophysiology
Have knowledge of human emotions during health and illness
Have knowledge of human development across the life span
Have knowledge of pain and suffering, pain interventions and pain comfort/theories.
Provide safe patient care as evidenced by:
Use barcode medication verification (BMV) during medication administrations
Complete accurate documentation in the electronic health record
Complete assessments accurately and in a timely manner
Individualize care plans specific to the needs of the patient
Provide consistent attention to airway, intake, elimination, sleep, rest, mobility and hygiene needs
Demonstrate knowledge of patient rights and incorporating into daily practice
Position Responsibilities A PACU Registered Nurse with Texas Health will respond to others' priorities regarding safety, physical, psychological and social needs.
Additional perks of being a Texas Health RN
- Positively impact patients' quality of life
- Receive excellent mentorship, comprehensive training and dedicated clinical leadership resources
- A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.
- Explore our Texas Health careers site for info like Benefits, Job Listings by Category, recent Awards we've won and more.
- Do you still have questions or concerns? Feel free to email your questions to recruitment@texashealth.org.
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