Registered Nurse | PreOp/PACU

USPI•Dallas, TX

23h•Onsite

About The Position

North Central Surgical Center is a highly successful, Baylor Scott & White affiliated hospital located in Dallas, TX. We partner with the very best team members and medical staff in the area. We are a surgical focused hospital that performs over 12,000 procedures per year. FACTS ABOUT NORTH CENTRAL: Opened in 2005, 14 Operating Rooms and 30 Medical/Surgical Patient Rooms. We are conveniently located at Walnut Hill & 75 in the prestigious NorthPark area Specialties include: Orthopedics, Spine, General Surgery, Pain Management, Urology, GI/Endoscopy, Plastic, and Podiatry surgeries. Managed by United Surgical Partners International & Joint Commission Accredited. Under the direct supervision of the Pre-Op/PACU Clinical Supervisor, the Registered Nurse – Pre-Op/PACU provides comprehensive nursing care to ensure that patient care services are delivered in accordance with the hospital’s mission, vision, and goals. The RN is responsible for preoperative preparation, post-anesthesia recovery, and the continuity of care throughout the perioperative process. This role focuses on ensuring patient safety, comfort, and optimal outcomes by delivering high-quality, patient-centered care and collaborating closely with the surgical team. The RN is responsible for upholding professional standards and compliance with regulatory guidelines, including those set by the state board of nursing, ASPAN, ANA, TXBON, and Joint Commission.

Requirements

Registered Nurse
Proficiency in using medical equipment needed for preoperative and postoperative care.
Ability to participate in the rotational call system.
Ability to respond promptly to emergency situations.

Nice To Haves

Experience in PreOp and PACU for inpatient and outpatient surgical patients.

Responsibilities

Provide direct and indirect patient care in PreOp and PACU for both inpatient and outpatient surgical patients.
Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, utilizing the nursing process to ensure safe, effective care throughout the perioperative period.
Conduct preoperative assessments to determine patient readiness for surgery and ensure necessary preparation.
Monitor patients’ recovery from anesthesia, providing critical care until they meet discharge or transfer criteria.
Implement physician orders, administer and document medications safely, and provide nursing interventions as necessary, in accordance with standards of practice
Provide patient and family education regarding preoperative preparation, post-operative care, and recovery instructions.
Maintain proficiency in using medical equipment needed for preoperative and postoperative care.
Participate in the admission and discharge process as needed, ensuring smooth transitions and proper documentation
Participate in the rotational call system to support staffing needs.
Maintain accurate and complete documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes.
Respond promptly to emergency situations, providing appropriate interventions in line with hospital protocols.