PRN Pre/Post Registered Nurse (RN), Ambulatory Surgery Center

University of Texas at Austin•Austin, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Pre-Op/PACU RN is responsible for providing high-quality care to patients before and after surgical procedures. This role involves preparing patients for surgery, monitoring their recovery from anesthesia, and ensuring a smooth transition through the perioperative process. The Pre-op/PACU RN reports to the Pre-op/PACU Charge Nurse and works closely with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing
Active Texas RN license
2+ years pre- or post-op experience in pre-operative or post-anesthesia care.
Flexibility in days and hours available to work
Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Nursing
3+ years pre- or post-op experience in pre-operative or post-anesthesia care.
Certification in Post-Anesthesia Nursing (CPAN) and Basic Life Support (BLS).
Bilingual in English and Spanish
Experience in an ambulatory surgery center.

Responsibilities

Prepare Patients for Surgery: Assess patients' physical and emotional needs, take and record vital signs and medical histories, initiate IVs and administer pre-operative medications.
Monitor Post-Anesthesia Recovery: Observe patients for side effects of anesthesia, monitor and record patient vital signs, assess patients' level of consciousness and comfort.
Administer Medications and Treatments: Administer pain medications and other treatments as necessary, change wound dressings and provide post-operative care, ensure patients receive appropriate pain management.
Coordinate Patient Care: Communicate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals, coordinate patient admissions, transfers, and discharges, provide detailed handovers to the next shift.
Educate Patients and Families: Provide pre- and post-operative care instructions to patients and their families, answer questions and address concerns regarding surgery and recovery, offer emotional support and reassurance.