Registered Nurse (RN) - Pre-Op / PACU

Houston, United States | Posted on 02/12/2026 It’s notjust treatment; it’s care thoughtfully delivered! From the moment patients arrive, they are guided with compassion,clarity, and clinical excellence at every stage of their journey.Our teams work collaboratively to ensure timely access to care,seamless coordination, and ongoing support well beyond discharge. With modern patient rooms, an in-house pharmacy, and hands-onexecutive leadership, our hospital is dedicated to deliveringhealthcare where dignity, precision, and people always come first. Specialist consults withinrecord time. Advanced clinical care withexceptional patient services Job Description Registered Nurse (RN) – Pre-Op / PACU Shift:Full-Time; 5’8s | Start time: 5:30am; 30 minutes prior to first scheduledcase – Ends when last patient is recovered On-Call:Every other weekend Location:East Houston Medical Center – Houston, TX About East Houston Medical Center East Houston Medical Center is a respected community hospitalserving the East Houston region with compassionate care and clinicalexcellence. Our surgical services team supports a wide variety of specialties,providing patients with safe, efficient, and coordinated care before and aftersurgery. We take pride in fostering a collaborative, supportivenursing culture where each team member is empowered to provide the higheststandard of care. Nurses who thrive here value teamwork, accountability, andthe satisfaction of guiding patients safely through surgical recovery. Position Summary ThePre-Op/PACU Registered Nursedelivershigh-quality, patient-focused care throughout the perioperative experience.This role includes preparing patients for surgery, monitoring recovery fromanesthesia, and ensuring a safe transition from the surgical environment to thenext phase of care. The ideal candidate demonstrates critical thinking, calmunder pressure, and exemplary communication with patients, families, andsurgical teams. Key Responsibilities Assess, plan, andimplement nursing care for patients in pre-operative and post-anesthesiaphases. Monitor vital signs,airway, and pain levels during the recovery process, intervening promptlywhen needed. Administer medicationsand provide education on post-operative expectations and dischargeinstructions. Collaborate withanesthesia providers, surgeons, and the OR team to ensure patient safetyand quality outcomes. Maintain accurate andcomplete documentation in compliance with all hospitals and regulatorystandards. Support departmentalprocesses for infection control, safety, and continuous improvement. Requirements CurrentRN license in the State of Texas (in good standing). Graduateof an accredited nursing program (BSN preferred). CurrentBLS, ACLS, PALS certifications required Minimumone year of acute care experience; previous Pre-Op and/or PACU experience Demonstratedability to remain composed and professional in fast-paced settings. Why Join East Houston Medical Center? Competitivepay and comprehensive benefits. Supportiveleadership and strong physician-nurse collaboration. Continuingeducation opportunities. State-of-the-artsurgical facilities in a team-oriented community hospital. Meaningfulwork environment where patient-centered care comes first. #J-18808-Ljbffr East Houston Medical Center