RN PACU

About the role

Treating patients like family, the PACU Registered Nurse at Memorial Hermann Surgery Center, Woodlands Parkway provides compassionate, efficient care to patients in the immediate post-anesthesia phase. This position requires weekdays only—no holidays, weekends, or call.

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate, efficient care to patients in the immediate post-anesthesia phase
• Maintain vigilance 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

Qualifications

• 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

Who We Are

We are committed to creating relationships that create better care. At USPI, we partner with physicians and healthcare systems to provide first-class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States. We are dedicated to providing surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner.

USPI is committed to, and proud of, our inclusive culture. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion enables us to better serve our diverse patient and physician population.