Position Information Posting NumberSRGV8187 Working TitleREGISTERED NURSE Pre-op/PACU Number of Vacancies3 LocationMcAllen, Texas DepartmentSchool of Medicine / Surgical Specialty and MSK ISU FTE1.0 FLSAExempt Scope of Job To provide professional nursing skills and leadership in the coordination and administration of the nursing process for the pre-surgical and post-surgical patient. Responsible for assessing, developing, implementing, and evaluating a plan of perioperative nursing care for patients in the pre-op and post-op recovery areas. Supervises and delegates patient care through auxiliary personnel. Description of Duties + Assists surgeons and anesthesia providers in preparation of the surgical and post-surgical recovery of patients. + Ensures and maintains a safe environment for the perioperative patient in the surgical and procedure areas. + Maintains standards of patient care as established by nursing service and the nursing profession. + Demonstrates an awareness of the total nursing needs of the patient and is responsible for seeing that they are met. + Participates in professional nursing care of patients as required. + Administers medications and/or treatments as prescribed by the physician. + Maintains accurate medical records. + Develops and monitors specific plan of action for emergency medical procedures. + Performs treatment of emergency patients when applicable, refers emergency patients to proper physician and assists physician with treatment as required. + Supervises nursing staff on patient assessments. + Supervises and delegates patient care through staff personnel. + Develops and supervises procedures for patient scheduling, record keeping, and monitoring follow up care of patients with serious medical problems. + Initiates laboratory tests and collects various specimens and cultures. + Appropriately develops and implements clinic protocols and/or policies and procedures. + Performs related duties as required. Supervision Received General direction from the assigned supervisor. Supervision Given Direct supervision of all assigned staff. Required Education Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. Preferred Education Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school of nursing. Licenses/Certifications Current RN licensure from the Texas State Board of Nurse Examiners. Basic Life Support ( BLS ) certification course accredited by the American Heart Association. Advanced Cardiac Life Support ( ACLS ) certification and Pediatric Advanced Life Support ( PALS ) certification. Required Experience Two (2) years of experience as a licensed registered nurse. Preferred Experience Two (2) years or more supervisory experience as a licensed registered nurse in ambulatory or outpatient setting. Equipment Use of standard office equipment. Proficiency in the use and understanding of medical equipment such as oxygen tank operation, sphygmomanometer, phlebotomy/lab equipment/supplies, supplies for ear irrigation, thermometers, pulse oximeter, EKG machine, nebulizer, and centrifuge. Working Conditions Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Usual health care facility conditions with possible medical or psychiatric emergencies. Exposure to all common diseases. Must constantly consider safety risks and provide safe environment conducive to patients, visitors and staff. Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment. Other Knowledge of health care laws and regulations. Ability to provide patient care, to prepare and maintain records. Extreme accuracy in following written and verbal directors and in the dissemination and application of technical information. Physical Capabilities N/A Employment CategoryFull-Time Minimum SalaryCommensurate with Experience Posted SalaryCommensurate with Experience Position Available Date06/02/2025 Grant Funded PositionNo If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date Posting Detail Information EEO Statement It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. 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Quick Linkhttps://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/46658 Posting Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). + * Are you a current UTRGV employee? + Yes + No + * Are you now, or previously, employed by The University of Texas System or any of its institutions? + Yes - I currently am employed by the UT System or its institutions + Yes - I have previously been employed by the UT System or its institutions + No - I have never been employed by the UT System or its institutions + * Please select your highest level of completed education. + 6th grade education + 10th grade education + High School Diploma or GED + Associates Degree, Technical, or Trade School Degree/Certification or 60 Hours of College Hours + Bachelors Degree from an accredited university + Masters Degree from an accredited university + Ph. D. or other terminal degree from an accredited university + None of the above + * Please provide the field of study for your education: (Open Ended Question) + * Please indicate the number of years of work experience you have directly related to the position in which you are applying for: + Less than 1 year + 1 year + 2 years + 3 years + 4 years + 5 years + 6 years + 7 years + 8 years + 9 years + 10 years + Over 10 years + * Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position? + Yes + No Applicant Documents Required Documents + Resume + Unofficial Transcripts + Certifications and Licenses + State Licensure Optional Documents + Cover Letter/Letter of Application + Curriculum Vitae + Reference Letter 1 + Reference Letter 2 + Reference Letter 3 + Training Certificates + Other Document + List of 3 References + Unofficial Transcripts 2 + Unofficial Transcripts 3 + Letter of Interest + Unofficial Graduate Transcripts + Additional Document