PACU Registered Nurse (RN)

Job ID 77324-147 Date posted 08 / 28 / 2025

Memorial Hermann Surgery Center Brazoria, located in Lake Jackson, Texas, is a premier outpatient surgery center committed to providing high-quality, safe, and patient-focused care. As part of the Memorial Hermann Health System and United Surgical Partners International (USPI), we specialize in a wide range of surgical procedures while maintaining exceptional clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction.

We are seeking a full-time Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse (RN) to join our perioperative team. This role is perfect for a nurse who enjoys providing compassionate, detail-oriented care to patients recovering from anesthesia in a fast-paced surgical environment.

Responsibilities

Monitor and assess patients in the post-anesthesia care unit following surgery

Administer medications, manage IVs, and provide interventions as necessary to ensure patient safety and comfort

Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and perioperative staff to coordinate patient care

Educate patients and families on post-operative care and recovery instructions

Document patient care accurately and in a timely manner according to policies and regulations

Maintain compliance with infection prevention, safety, and quality standards

Assist with patient transfers and prepare PACU for incoming patients

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with current Texas RN license

BLS certification required; ACLS preferred (or willingness to obtain)

Minimum of 1 year of recent nursing experience in PACU, PreOp, or critical care setting preferred

Strong patient assessment, IV, and medication administration skills

Who We Are

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

USPI is proud of our inclusive culture. We respect differences, nurture individual contributions, and leverage diversity to make our organization stronger and more responsive to the needs of our patients and physicians.

Required Skills :

Excellent critical thinking and clinical decision-making abilities

Effective communication and patient education skills

Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple patients in a fast-paced environment

Commitment to patient safety, comfort, and positive clinical outcomes

Collaborative team player with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams

Required Experience :

Minimum of 1 year of experience in a PACU, perioperative, or acute care setting

Hands-on experience with post-anesthesia monitoring, IV therapy, and patient education

Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) and accurate clinical documentation