Registered Nurse (RN) Outpatient Surgery (FT M-F 12-2030)

We've learned that what is best for patients is also best for employees. Learn more about why we are one of the Best Companies to Work for in Texas.Outpatient SurgeryFull Time M-F 12-2030Departmental Description* Outpatient Surgery has identified its scope of care to include pre-anesthesia and post-anesthesia care and post procedural care; specifically to prepare the patient for surgery/procedure by assessing and evaluating the patients physical status via nursing assessment, by providing pre-operative or pre-procedure teaching/education, to assist the patient in returning to a safe physiological level after local, or local with sedation anesthesia, regional anesthesia, or completion of Phase I (PACU) care following general anesthesia, and to prepare the patient for discharge home. The American Society of Peri-Anesthesia Nurses, Peri-Anesthesia Nursing Standards, Practice Recommendations, and Interpretive Statements provide the guidelines for patient care.Job Summary:* Registered professional nurse who assesses, implements or delegates, plans, and evaluates total nursing care and functions in accordance with established philosophy, providing and directing patient care for a group of patients. Relates effectively with other shifts/departments for optimal continuity of care.Qualifications:* Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing* Valid Texas RN License/Eligible Compact License* Must maintain a current BLS certification from American Heart Association* BSN required or must be obtained within 3 years of hire* CPAN/CAPA certification preferred* Med-Surg experience requiredUMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.* Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources.*