What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full-Time Pre-Op/PACU Registered Nurse position at SOUTHSIDE SPECIALTY SURGICAL CENTER LLC?
About the Position
Southside Specialty Surgical Center is looking for a compassionate, dependable Full-Time Pre-Op/PACU Registered Nurse to join our growing surgical team in Corpus Christi. We are a physician-led ambulatory surgery center specializing primarily in pain management and spine procedures. Our team works closely together to provide safe, efficient, high-quality outpatient care in a collaborative, patient-centered environment. This position is ideal for an experienced RN who enjoys direct patient care, working as part of a close-knit surgical team, and helping patients feel informed and comfortable throughout their surgical experience.
Responsibilities
The Pre-Op/PACU RN provides direct nursing care throughout the pre-operative and post-anesthesia phases of care. Responsibilities include:
- Performing pre-operative patient assessments and reviewing medical histories, medications, allergies, and required documentation
- Preparing and educating patients and families for procedures and recovery
- Collaborating closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and the surgical team
- Monitoring patients during recovery from anesthesia, including vital signs, airway, pain, nausea, and overall clinical status
- Recognizing and responding promptly to changes in patient condition
- Administering medications and carrying out physician and anesthesia orders
- Assessing patients for discharge readiness and providing clear post-procedure instructions
- Maintaining accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Supporting efficient patient flow through Pre-Op, the procedure/operating room, and PACU
- Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe patient-care environment
- Following infection prevention, patient safety, regulatory, and accreditation standards
- Participating in quality improvement and center safety initiatives
Qualifications
- Current, unrestricted Texas Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications
- Minimum of two years of clinical nursing experience preferred
- Pre-Op/PACU, ambulatory surgery center, surgical, ER, or critical care experience strongly preferred
- Strong patient assessment, critical-thinking, and prioritization skills
- Ability to recognize changes in patient condition and respond appropriately
- Strong communication skills and a patient-centered approach to care
- Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with physicians, anesthesia providers, nurses, and support staff
- Dependable, organized, and able to manage time effectively in a fast-paced outpatient surgical environment
Why Join Southside?
At Southside Specialty Surgical Center, you’ll work with a collaborative team focused on providing excellent care while creating a positive experience for our patients.
Benefits of the position include:
- Full-time position
- Monday–Friday surgical setting
- No weekends
- No on-call
- Focused outpatient environment
- Collaborative, physician-led surgical team
- Opportunity to work closely with patients throughout their surgical experience
Work Location: In person
Location: Corpus Christi, Texas