Responsibilities The Pre-op/PACU RN is responsible for the pre-operative and post-operative care of the surgical patient for the department. Multidimensional responsibilities include patient/family teaching and patient care throughout the pre-anesthesia and post-anesthesia recovery phases of care. The registered nurse in Pre-op/PACU is involved in the assessment, nursing diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of perceived, potential or actual problems associated with anesthesia agents and surgical procedures.. Qualifications MINIMUM EDUCATION Graduate of an accredited Nursing program. MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE Minimum of one year acute care experience as an RN preferred. Recent working experience in pre-op/PACU preferred. Critical care background preferred. REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS Current licensure in Texas as a Registered Nurse. Certified in Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association. ACLS and PALS required within 6 months of employment. Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License. REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES Excellent communication skills. Demonstrated ability to maintain a high level of professionalism during stressful times. Strong critical thinking skills. Strong IV therapy skills are preferred. ABOUT OAKBEND: OakBend Medical Center is an independent hospital providing exceptional and compassionate care to patients and the community since 1950. The OakBend family consists of outstanding team members caring for the community at three hospitals and many specialty centers. OakBend’s services and programs include its signature No Wait ER, an advanced trauma center, certified stroke program, hospital air ambulance services and a hospital-based skilled nursing facility. We remain committed to providing a rewarding environment to our team members, to providing necessary services to the community and to developing the best methods to care for our patients, ensuring a healthy future for generations.
Responsibilities The Registered Nurse provides direction to professional and non-professional clinical personnel in providing direct patient care. The Registered Nurse provides high quality, skilled nursing services assisting all patients to achieve optimum health and functional health status following an illness requiring hospitalization. Through collaboration with physicians and other health care professionals, the nurse prepares the patient and family for discharge to home or another setting for continued care. Qualifications MINIMUM EDUCATION Graduate of an accredited nursing program. MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE One year acute care experience in a hospital setting required. REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS Current licensure in Texas as a registered Nurse Certified through the American Heart Association Basic Life Support required. ACLS certification preferred within the first year of hire. REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES Interpersonal and critical thinking skills required. Excellent communication and team work skills. Basic clinical, computer & typing skills. ABOUT OAKBEND: OakBend Medical Center is an independent hospital providing exceptional and compassionate care to patients and the community since 1950. The OakBend family consists of outstanding team members caring for the community at three hospitals and many specialty centers. OakBend’s services and programs include its signature No Wait ER, an advanced trauma center, certified stroke program, hospital air ambulance services and a hospital-based skilled nursing facility. We remain committed to providing a rewarding environment to our team members, to providing necessary services to the community and to developing the best methods to care for our patients, ensuring a healthy future for generations.
Responsibilities The Licensed Vocational Nurse provides direct nursing care to individuals and groups of patient according to physician orders and applicable patient care standards. Qualifications MINIMUM EDUCATION Graduate or Certificate from accredited program for Licensed Vocational Nursing. MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE One year clinical experience required; acute care experience in a hospital setting preferred. REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS Current licensure in Texas as a Licensed Vocational Nurse. Certified Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association. REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES Completion of Advanced Cardiac Life Support within one your of hire suggested. Computer SKills. ABOUT OAKBEND: OakBend Medical Center is an independent hospital providing exceptional and compassionate care to patients and the community since 1950. The OakBend family consists of outstanding team members caring for the community at three hospitals and many specialty centers. OakBend’s services and programs include its signature No Wait ER, an advanced trauma center, certified stroke program, hospital air ambulance services and a hospital-based skilled nursing facility. We remain committed to providing a rewarding environment to our team members, to providing necessary services to the community and to developing the best methods to care for our patients, ensuring a healthy future for generations.
Responsibilities The Licensed Vocational Nurse provides direct nursing care to individuals and groups of patient according to physician orders and applicable patient care standards. Qualifications MINIMUM EDUCATION Graduate or Certificate from accredited program for Licensed Vocational Nursing. MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE One year clinical experience required; acute care experience in a hospital setting preferred. REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS Current licensure in Texas as a Licensed Vocational Nurse. Certified Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association. REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES Completion of Advanced Cardiac Life Support within one your of hire suggested. Computer SKills. ABOUT OAKBEND: OakBend Medical Center is an independent hospital providing exceptional and compassionate care to patients and the community since 1950. The OakBend family consists of outstanding team members caring for the community at three hospitals and many specialty centers. OakBend’s services and programs include its signature No Wait ER, an advanced trauma center, certified stroke program, hospital air ambulance services and a hospital-based skilled nursing facility. We remain committed to providing a rewarding environment to our team members, to providing necessary services to the community and to developing the best methods to care for our patients, ensuring a healthy future for generations.
Responsibilities The Licensed Vocational Nurse provides direct nursing care to individuals and groups of patient according to physician orders and applicable patient care standards. Qualifications MINIMUM EDUCATION Graduate or Certificate from accredited program for Licensed Vocational Nursing. MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE One year clinical experience required; acute care experience in a hospital setting preferred. REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS Current licensure in Texas as a Licensed Vocational Nurse. Certified Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association. REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES Completion of Advanced Cardiac Life Support within one your of hire suggested. Computer SKills. ABOUT OAKBEND: OakBend Medical Center is an independent hospital providing exceptional and compassionate care to patients and the community since 1950. The OakBend family consists of outstanding team members caring for the community at three hospitals and many specialty centers. OakBend’s services and programs include its signature No Wait ER, an advanced trauma center, certified stroke program, hospital air ambulance services and a hospital-based skilled nursing facility. We remain committed to providing a rewarding environment to our team members, to providing necessary services to the community and to developing the best methods to care for our patients, ensuring a healthy future for generations.
