Job Description
PreOp / PACU RN – Outpatient Surgical Center – Greater Houston Area
💉 Provide high-quality, compassionate nursing care to patients before and after surgical procedures in a focused, fast-paced outpatient setting.
🩺 Utilize your perioperative expertise to support a smooth surgical experience—preparing patients in PreOp and monitoring recovery in PACU—while working in a team-oriented, cross-trained environment.
🏥 Join a close-knit surgical center with 4 OR suites and a collaborative culture built around safety, precision, and patient care.
What You’ll Do
- Perform comprehensive PreOp assessments and prepare patients for surgery
- Provide post-anesthesia care, monitor vitals, and manage recovery for patients in PACU
- Educate patients and families on procedures, recovery, and discharge instructions
- Collaborate with surgical and anesthesia teams to ensure smooth handoffs and patient safety
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with clinical protocols
- Respond effectively to patient needs and changes in condition
- Cross-train and rotate between PreOp and PACU as needed
- Support the center’s culture of high accountability and patient-centered care
What You Need to Have
Active RN license in Texas – Required1+ year of experience in perioperative care, surgical center, orthopedics, or pain managementBLS and ACLS Certification – RequiredStrong critical thinking and assessment skillsAbility to thrive in a team-based, cross-functional environmentSchedule
Monday–Friday, 7 : 00 AM – 4 : 00 PMNo on-call, no weekends, and no holidaysFacility Highlights
4 fully equipped OR suitesSmall, efficient center with cross-trained PreOp / PACU staffHigh-volume orthopedic and pain management casesCollaborative and supportive clinical leadershipWhy Join Us
Smaller, supportive work environmentStrong culture and hands-on leadershipEmphasis on teamwork and relationshipsGood work / life balance – no on-call, weekends, or holidays