RN Registered Nurse

RN PreOPThe Woodlands, Texas USPI Memorial Hermann Surgery Center Pinecroft is seeking a motivated Full-Time RN PreOp to join our team. We have 6 OR rooms and 2 treatment rooms. We perform outpatient surgical procedures in General, GI, ENT, Neurosurgery, Orthopedic, Pain, Plastic, Podiatry, Spine, Urology. Position requires weekdays only -- no holidays, weekends, or call. Some early mornings and later evenings may be required; schedule subject to change based on surgical schedule and flow of the day.Job Summary: The PreOp RN is a Registered Nurse that provides quality patient care using the nursing process, the medical plan of care, and organizational policies. The RN provides safe, effective, and quality patient-family centered care in the perioperative services for all patient populations. The RN supports the mission, vision, and values of the organization. The RN reports to the Manager of Peri-operative Services.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide attentive and efficient care to patients in the pre-operative phaseConduct comprehensive pre-op assessments, including patient history, medications, and allergiesInitiate IVs, administer medications, and ensure accurate pre-op documentationReinforce pre-operative instructions and provide emotional support to patients and familiesCommunicate effectively with anesthesia providers, surgeons, and fellow RNs to ensure coordinated patient careMaintain compliance with infection control, medication safety, and patient safety standardsEnsure all necessary pre-op documentation and consents are completed before surgeryMonitor and respond to any changes in patient condition prior to surgeryWhat We Offer As an organization, one way we care for our communities and each other is by providing a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following, subject to employment status:Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverageLife and AD&D coverageAvailability of short- and long-term disabilityFlexible financial benefits including FSAs and HSAs401(k) and access to retirement planningPaid holidays and vacationAt USPI, we create relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and healthcare systems to provide first-class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States. We are committed to delivering surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner. USPI is proud of our inclusive culture. We respect differences and nurture the contributions of each individual while leveraging diversity to better serve our patients and physicians.Required Skills:Qualifications :Must be a Registered Nurse with an unrestricted license in the stateMust be a graduate of an accredited school of nursingMust have at least 1-3 years' previous experience in PreOP/PACUPrevious experience in an ambulatory surgical center strongly preferredMust have current BLS, ALS and PALSMust possess a strong knowledge of surgical procedures and management of the surgical patientUnderstanding of aseptic techniques and their implementationAbility to quickly adapt to changing condition of the patient when needed