Registered Nurse (RN) - Same Day Surgery (SDS)
The Registered Nurse (RN) in Same Day Surgery provides professional nursing care to patients across all age groups under minimal supervision, adhering to established standards and competencies. This role supports surgical services with a focus on peri-anesthesia and critical care, requiring relevant certifications and licenses. The position offers a supportive environment emphasizing professional growth, compassionate care, and work-life balance within the Confidential Client.
About Careertakes
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Position summary
Confidential Client is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for Same Day Surgery (SDS) in Wetmore, TX. This role provides perioperative nursing care — pre-op assessments, intra-op support, and post-anesthesia recovery — for patients across the lifespan. The position supports patient safety, quality care, and the client’s standards and procedures.
What You’ll Do
Under minimal supervision, the SDS RN will:
- Perform pre-operative assessments and prepare patients for same-day procedures
- Provide intra-operative and perioperative nursing support consistent with unit protocols
- Monitor patients in post-anesthesia care, recognizing and responding to changes in status
- Administer medications, treatments and accurate documentation of care
- Educate patients and families on post-op care, discharge instructions and follow-up
- Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, surgical techs and other clinical staff
- Maintain infection control, patient safety and compliance with regulatory standards
- Complete required competencies within the designated introductory period
Qualifications
Required
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
- Current Texas Registered Nurse license or eligibility for state licensure
- Active Basic Life Support (BLS) healthcare provider certification on hire (ARC or AHA)
- Ability to work in a Same Day Surgery/Perioperative environment and meet physical demands of the role
Preferred
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Completion of peri-anesthesia or critical care internship/training
- CNOR, CPAN, or SGNA board eligibility/certification (depending on specialty area)
Required Certifications & Timelines
- BLS — active on hire (ARC or AHA). If not AHA BLS on hire, must obtain AHA Healthcare Provider BLS within 60 days.
- ACLS — AHA ACLS must be completed within 60 days of hire or transfer into Surgical Services.
- PALS — AHA PALS must be completed within 60 days of hire or transfer for staff caring for pediatric patients in Post-Anesthesia Care.
- Possession of a valid Texas RN license (or clear eligibility to be licensed in Texas) is required prior to or at hire.
Employment Type & Location
- Location: Wetmore, TX (on-site)
- Employment type: Full-time and/or contract opportunities may be available
- This position follows Confidential Client’s clinical staffing schedules and may require shift flexibility.
Compensation & Benefits
Estimated pay (as shown in source): $32,873 per year — estimated. Actual pay and benefits depend on role, experience and employment status.
Benefits (may vary by location and employment status) typically include:
- Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
- Employee assistance and discount programs
- Voluntary benefits (pet insurance, legal, accident/critical illness, long-term care, elder & childcare, auto & home)
Why Confidential Client
Join a team focused on compassionate, high-quality perioperative care. Confidential Client supports professional growth, clinical education and a collaborative environment where patient-centered care is the priority.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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