Registered Nurse RN PACU

Job Summary As a PACU Registered Nurse, you will play a critical role in the immediate post‑operative care of surgical patients. Your responsibilities include managing airway support, monitoring neurological and cardiac status, providing initial wound care, ensuring patient stability during recovery, and collaborating with the surgical and anesthesia teams. This role includes on‑call availability during select non‑business hours. Responsibilities Deliver high‑quality, patient‑centered care while managing evidence‑based practices and continuous improvement initiatives. Be an integral member of a dynamic interdisciplinary team. Consistently apply the nursing process, critical thinking skills, scientific judgment, technical skills and leadership to independently deliver safe nursing care. Assess patient condition, monitor throughout your shift, and document changes and care provided thoroughly. Educate patients and families/caregivers about the patient’s medical condition, treatment, and follow‑up measures. Qualifications Graduate of an accredited diploma, associate's, or baccalaureate degree registered nursing program. Minimum of six months of clinical experience as a licensed Registered Nurse. Current Registered Nurse License in the State of Texas or a Multi‑State Compact License (must obtain Texas RN License within 60 days of hire). Basic Cardiac Life Support certification within 30 days of employment start date. Benefits Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services. Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services. Paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence. 401(k) plan with 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay. Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling. Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships. Fertility and family building support, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance. Legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts. Equal Opportunity Statement We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Methodist Hospital Stone Oak