Registered Nurse (RN) Pre-Op / PACU

Registered Nurse (RN) – Pre-Op / PACU
Shift: Full-Time; 5’8s | Start time:  5:30am; 30 minutes prior to first scheduled
case – Ends when last patient is recovered
On-Call: Every other weekend

Location: East Houston Medical Center – Houston, TX

About East Houston Medical Center

East Houston Medical Center is a respected community hospital
serving the East Houston region with compassionate care and clinical
excellence. Our surgical services team supports a wide variety of specialties,
providing patients with safe, efficient, and coordinated care before and after
surgery.

We take pride in fostering a collaborative, supportive
nursing culture where each team member is empowered to provide the highest
standard of care. Nurses who thrive here value teamwork, accountability, and
the satisfaction of guiding patients safely through surgical recovery.

Position Summary

The Pre-Op/PACU Registered Nurse delivers
high-quality, patient-focused care throughout the perioperative experience.
This role includes preparing patients for surgery, monitoring recovery from
anesthesia, and ensuring a safe transition from the surgical environment to the
next phase of care. The ideal candidate demonstrates critical thinking, calm
under pressure, and exemplary communication with patients, families, and
surgical teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, and
  implement nursing care for patients in pre-operative and post-anesthesia
  phases.
  
• Monitor vital signs,
  airway, and pain levels during the recovery process, intervening promptly
  when needed.
  
• Administer medications
  and provide education on post-operative expectations and discharge
  instructions.
  
• Collaborate with
  anesthesia providers, surgeons, and the OR team to ensure patient safety
  and quality outcomes.
  
• Maintain accurate and
  complete documentation in compliance with all hospitals and regulatory
  standards.
  
• Support departmental
  processes for infection control, safety, and continuous improvement.
  

Requirements

• Current
  RN license in the State of Texas (in good standing).
  
• Graduate
  of an accredited nursing program (BSN preferred).
  
• Current
  BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications required
  
• Minimum
  one year of acute care experience; previous Pre-Op and/or PACU experience
  
• Demonstrated
  ability to remain composed and professional in fast-paced settings.
  

Benefits

Why Join East Houston Medical Center?

• Competitive
  pay and comprehensive benefits.
  
• Supportive
  leadership and strong physician-nurse collaboration.
  
• Continuing
  education opportunities.
  
• State-of-the-art
  surgical facilities in a team-oriented community hospital.
  
• Meaningful
  work environment where patient-centered care comes first.