Registered Nurse / Pre-Op / PACU / PRN

Methodist McKinney Hospital • McKinney, TX

3h • Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Registered Nurse specializing in Pre-Operative and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) services, working on an as-needed (PRN) basis. The role requires strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills, excellent communication, and the ability to function efficiently in a team-oriented environment within a fast-paced surgical and recovery setting. The nurse will be responsible for conducting preoperative assessments, providing patient education, initiating IV access, administering medications, monitoring patients post-anesthesia, and ensuring safe patient discharge or transfer. The role also involves maintaining cleanliness of the Pre-op and PACU areas, participating in ongoing education, and adhering to all safety protocols.

Requirements

• Current unencumbered licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Texas
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required at time of hire
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required at time of hire
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required at time of hire
• Diploma from an accredited school of nursing
• ADN required

Nice To Haves

• 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

Responsibilities

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees