PRN Pre/Post Op Registered Nurse (RN), Overnight

Responsibilities

• Prepare Patients for Surgery
• Assess patients' physical and emotional needs.
• Take and record vital signs and medical histories.
• Initiate IVs and administer pre-operative medications.
• Monitor Post-Anesthesia Recovery
• Observe patients for side effects of anesthesia.
• Monitor and record patient vital signs.
• Assess patients' level of consciousness and comfort.
• Administer Medications and Treatments
• Administer pain medications and other treatments as necessary.
• Change wound dressings and provide post-operative care.
• Ensure patients receive appropriate pain management.
• Coordinate Patient Care
• Communicate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Coordinate patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Provide detailed handovers to the next shift.
• Educate Patients and Families
• Provide pre- and post-operative care instructions to patients and their families.
• Answer questions and address concerns regarding surgery and recovery.
• Offer emotional support and reassurance.
• REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)
• At least 2 year(s) of experience in in pre-operative or post-anesthesia care.
• Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Texas.
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN) or related field
• At least 3 year(s) of experience in pre-operative or post-anesthesia care
• Supervisory experience.
• Certification in Post-Anesthesia Nursing (CPAN) and Basic Life Support (BLS).
• SALARY RANGE
• $47.89/hr+ depending on qualifications
• WORKING ENVIRONMENT/EQUIPMENT
• Standard office equipment
• Repetitive use of a keyboard
• May be exposed to such occupational hazards as communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, hazardous medications and disoriented or combative patients, or others.
• REQUIRED MATERIALS
• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest
• ----
• Employment Eligibility:
• Retirement Plan Eligibility:
• The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. ----
• Background Checks:
• A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
• Equal Opportunity Employer:
• The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer , complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all

Benefits

Additional Information

Job Posting Title: PRN Pre/Post Op Registered Nurse (RN), Overnight ---- Hiring Department: Dell Medical School ---- Position Open To: All Applicants ---- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 ---- FLSA Status: To Be Determined at Offer ---- Earliest Start Date: Ongoing ---- Position Duration: Expected to Continue ---- Location: AUSTIN, TX ---- Job Details: PURPOSE The Pre/Post Operation Overnight RN is responsible for providing high-quality care to patients before and after surgical procedures. This role involves preparing patients for surgery, monitoring their recovery from anesthesia, and ensuring a smooth transition through the perioperative process.

Your Match

How well this role fits your profile.

Company Intel

What employees say

Worked at utaustin? Share your experience