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PACU RN
Overview
PACU RNs are an integral part of the surgical team, providing essential nursing care to patients during surgical cases. Their role requires a high level of accuracy and professionalism in a fast-paced surgical environment. PACU RNs are responsible for ensuring that patients receive the highest standard of care during surgery. Their ability to maintain a professional approach while providing nursing care is critical in ensuring positive patient outcomes while keeping patients and their families informed. Will work directly with surgeons, medical/surgical staff and post-acute caregivers to create comprehensive patient care from pre- to post-op. If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding career in nursing, with a great work/life balance, consider a career with USPI.
Success Profile
What makes a successful PACU RNat our location? Check out the top traits we’re looking for and see if you have the right mix.
- Flexibility
- Attention to Detail
- Compassion
- Emotional Stability
- Adaptability
- Strong Clinical Judgment
Culture
Our mission is to treat each and every one of our patients, and their families, as if they were our own family member. Each patient, each family, each and every time.
- Working with compassion and respect for others and each other, supporting our communities and advocating for our patients
- Acting with integrity and the highest ethical standards – always
- Delivering results through accountability and transparency
- Embracing inclusiveness for all people in our workplace and in the communities we serve
Career Path
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Nurse Manager leads to Job Title 2
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Clinical Director (CNO) leads to Job Title 3 or Job Title 4
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Administrator (CEO) leads to Job Title 5
Benefits
Providing a comprehensive benefits package is paramount, as we not only take care of our communities but also foster an environment of support for one another.
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Work/Life Balance
Most of our ASC's offer daytime schedules, with no weekends and nights, and no call. (Schedules vary at our surgical centers.)
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Learning and Education
Employees have access to thousands of free online courses to further their education at their own schedule.
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Leadership and Executive Development
Whether a clinician is interested in advancing to a leadership position or a business office staff member aspires to be a hospital CFO, various programs are available.
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Coaching and Mentorship
We are committed to devoting energy and attention to grow our team members and create a lasting impact on our care. By coaching, challenging and further developing our best and brightest team members, we foster an environment to build long-term sustainable growth for our organization.
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Military and Veterans Support
Our values of working efficiently and uniting for a higher purpose align well with those of our military and veteran community. We would love to assist you with skill and experience equivalency mapping to ease your transition into a successful civilian career.
Responsibilities
Memorial Hermann Surgery Center Pinecroft, located in The Woodlands, Texas, is a premier outpatient surgical facility offering high-quality care in a patient-focused environment. As a joint venture with United Surgical Partners International (USPI) and part of the Memorial Hermann Health System, we specialize in a wide range of procedures with a commitment to safety, efficiency, and excellence.
We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Full-time PACU Registered Nurse to join our Post-Anesthesia Care Unit team. The ideal candidate is passionate about patient recovery, able to respond swiftly in critical situations, and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced setting.
- Deliver compassionate, efficient care to patients in the immediate post-anesthesia phase
- Monitor patients for adverse reactions or complications following surgery
- Manage airway, pain control, and vital signs until patients meet discharge criteria
- Document assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and promptly
- Administer medications and respond to changes in patient status using sound clinical judgment
- Provide patient education and post-op instructions to patients and their families
- Collaborate with anesthesia providers, surgeons, and fellow RNs to ensure seamless transitions of care
- Adhere to infection control and patient safety standards at all times
Required Skills:
- Excellent clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
- Strong IV start and medication administration proficiency
- Ability to stay calm and prioritize in high-paced environments
- Clear and compassionate communication with patients and interdisciplinary teams
- Competence in monitoring post-anesthesia patients for adverse reactions
- Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) and nursing documentation standards
- Solid understanding of HIPAA and patient confidentiality guidelines
Required Experience:
- Current RN license in the state of Texas, in good standing
- BLS and ACLS certifications required (PALS a plus)
- 1–2 years of experience in Pre-Op, PACU, or perioperative nursing preferred
- Previous experience in an ambulatory surgery center or outpatient setting is a plus
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