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 will include managing airway support, closely monitoring neurological and cardiac status, and responding promptly to any complications or side effects. You will provide initial wound care to the patients’ surgical site and ensure patient stability during recovery. You will collaborate with the surgical and anesthesia team. This role includes on‑call availability during select non‑business hours which will be discussed in the interview. Responsibilities Deliver high‑quality, patient‑centered care while managing evidence‑based practices and continuous improvement initiatives. Work as an integral member of a dynamic interdisciplinary team – consisting of the provider(s), therapy, and more. Consistently apply the nursing process, critical thinking skills, scientific judgment, technical skills and leadership to independently deliver safe nursing care to patients. Assess patient condition, monitor throughout your shift, and document changes in patient condition along with the 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, associates, or baccalaureate degree registered nursing program. Minimum of six (6) months of clinical experience as a licensed Registered Nurse. Current Registered Nurse License in the State of Texas or Multi‑State Compact License (Employees with RN Compact License are required to obtain Texas RN License within 60 days of hire date). Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date. Must be able to take call during the Days Shift. Benefits Methodist Hospital Stone Oak offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services; wellbeing support, including counseling and referral services; paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence; savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 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; education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and partnership with Galen College of Nursing; additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts. Equal Opportunity Employer 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