PACU Registered Nurse

About the role

Houston Physicians Hospital is seeking a PRN PACU Registered Nurse to plan, direct, organize, coordinate and implement all nursing care services for pre- and post-surgical patients in accordance with accepted standards of care. The RN ensures the highest quality and safe delivery of patient care while maintaining compliance with professional nursing, JCAHO, and all Federal and State standards of care. Care is provided to patients ranging from 1 month to geriatric.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, organize, coordinate and implement nursing care services for pre- or post-surgical patients.
• Ensure the highest quality and safe delivery of patient care.
• Maintain compliance with professional nursing, JCAHO, and all Federal and State standards of care.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited RN School of Nursing.
• Active RN license in the state.
• ACLS required.
• Ability to make decisions based on nursing judgment.
• Able to prioritize and organize workload to meet needs of patients and unit.
• Strong communication skills, verbal and written.

Benefits

• Competitive wages.
• Opportunities for professional growth.
• Health, Dental & Vision Coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Company Paid Holidays.
• Employee Assistance Programs.
• Health Savings Account / Flexible Spending Account.
• Education Assistance.
• Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability Insurance.