Position Summary:
Functions as a staff nurse under the guidance and supervision of an experience R.N. Performs routine patient care assignments and carries out established nursing procedures utilizing the nursing process.
Education:
Hold a current Texas permit or license as a Registered Nurse. BSN preferred.
B. Training and Experience:
1. One year experience in acute care setting preferred.
2. Current BLS certification required.
3. Successful completion of hospital and nursing orientation within 3 months of hire.
4. ACLS certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer to department.
5. PALS certification within 6 months of hire or transfer to department
6. EKG course within one year of hire or transfer to department.
7. Complete the following competencies within 3 months of hire or transfer to department:
- Handling controlled substances
- Admitting patients to the unit
8. Outpatient PACU staff:
- Understanding anesthesia agents
- Understanding reversal agents
- Planning care of the patient
- Respiratory needs of patients
- Medication decision making
Location: Medical Center Health System · Day Surgery
Schedule: Full Time, Day Shift, 5:30am-2:00pm M-Fr
