Registered Nurse RN Post-Anesthesia Care Unit Preoperative in San Antonio, TX

Description Days Shift - On-call Availability Required Are you seeking a workplace where your efforts are recognized and valued every day? At Methodist Hospital Metropolitan, our nurses are celebrated for their compassion and dedication to patient care. We are currently looking for a committed Registered Nurse RN for our PACU and Preoperative department to join our exceptional healthcare team. Benefits At Methodist Hospital Metropolitan, we offer a comprehensive rewards package designed to support the health, life, and career of our team members. Our benefits include: • Comprehensive medical coverage that includes various services at minimal costs, along with prescription and behavioral health provisions, telemedicine access, and free AirMed transportation. • Supplementary options for dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health plans, auto and home insurance, legal aid, long-term care insurance, pet insurance, and more. • Complimentary counseling resources for emotional, physical, and financial well-being. • 401(k) plan with employer matching up to 9% based on tenure. • Employee Stock Purchase Plan offering a 10% discount on HCA Healthcare shares. • Family-centric support through fertility services and adoption assistance. • Child, elder, and pet care resources, along with home repair and event planning assistance. • Consumer discounts for various services and products. • Retirement planning resources, rollover support, and preferred banking partnerships. • Educational assistance covering tuition, loan support, certification aid, and scholarships for dependents. • Employee recognition programs. • Generous Time Away From Work Program including paid time off and various leave options. • Employee Health Assistance Fund providing free health coverage for qualifying employees. Note: Benefits eligibility may vary by location. At Methodist Hospital Metropolitan, our nurses are integral to our mission. We understand that each nurse has a unique path and purpose. Are you ready to design your personal nursing career journey? HCA Healthcare is where you can build a fulfilling career that aligns with your passion for patient care. Apply now to join us as a Registered Nurse RN in our PACU PreOp. Job Summary and Qualifications As a PACU Registered Nurse, you will provide essential post-operative care for surgical patients. Your tasks will include managing airway support, monitoring neurological and cardiac status, and swiftly addressing any complications with care. Initial wound care will be part of your responsibilities, ensuring patient stability during recovery, and you will work collaboratively with surgical and anesthesia teams. This role may require on-call availability during off-hours, details of which will be discussed during the interview process. Position Details: • Self/Preferential Scheduling provided four weeks in advance. • Supportive and approachable leadership promotes a collaborative and respectful culture, empowering nurses to ask questions and share insights. • Staffing Assistance from Certified Nurse Assistants, Patient Care Technicians, Charge Nurses, and an RN float pool for additional support as needed. • Regular rounding with unit leaders, including charge nurses, ensures your suggestions for improving patient care are valued. What You Will Do in This Role: • Provide high-quality, patient-centered care by implementing evidence-based practices and improvement initiatives. • Collaborate as a vital member of a dynamic interdisciplinary team, which may include providers and therapy staff. • Utilize the nursing process, critical thinking, scientific judgment, and technical skills to deliver safe nursing care independently. • Assess patient conditions, vigilantly monitor throughout your shift, and document changes in patient status along with care provided. • Educate patients and their families about medical conditions, treatment plans, and follow-up care. Qualifications Required: • Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification must be obtained within 90 days of employment start date. • Basic Cardiac Life Support certification must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date. • A minimum of six months of clinical experience as a licensed Registered Nurse. • Current Registered Nurse License in Texas or a Multi-State Compact License (those with a Compact License must obtain a Texas RN License within 60 days of hire). • Current American Heart Association BLS Certification. Methodist Hospital Metropolitan features 370 beds and the largest emergency room in downtown San Antonio. Our Women’s Pavilion is dedicated exclusively to women's health and newborn care, welcoming nearly 3,000 newborns each year. We are proud to be recognized as a premier healthcare facility focused on excellence in care and safety. Join our accredited team today! "The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual." - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder Become part of a caring family that values every step in your career! We invite you to apply for our Registered Nurse RN PACU PreOp position today. A member of our Talent Acquisition team will reach out to you. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.