RN – Preop/PACU – Springwoods Village – Kelsey Seybold Clinic

Explore opportunities with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses. Work with one of the nation’s leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 40+ locations throughout Houston. Be part of a team that is nationally recognized for delivering coordinated and accountable care. As a multi-specialty clinic, we offer care from more than 900 medical providers in 65 medical specialties. Take on a rewarding opportunity to help drive higher quality, higher patient satisfaction and lower total costs. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

We are seeking qualified candidates for the role of Registered Nurse-ASC at varying levels (I, II,III,IV). The selected candidate will be placed at the appropriate level based on qualifications and experience. All levels contribute to patient care under the supervision of licensed medical professionals, with increasing responsibilities at higher levels. 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Registered Nurse-ASC I: 
  • Provide nursing care to patients in an assigned unit
  • Possesses knowledge and skills to meet nursing standards for professional practice specified in Texas Nurse Practice Act with supervision
  • Provide patient care through nursing-based practices upon the American Nurses Association Standards of Professional Practice and Professional Performance. Values specialty unit, nursing, and institutional strategic initiatives and health system goals 
• Registered Nurse-ASC II: 
  • Same duties as Registered Nurse ASC-I 
  • Demonstrate a proficiency in delivering high quality age specific patient care
  • Develop effective working relationships with all members of the ASC and Clinic
  • Communicate information effectively, appropriately, and with courtesy regarding patient conditions to those who require the information including physicians, anesthesia, management, staff, patients, families, and visitors
  • Perform safe and competent nursing care according to the organization’s policy & procedures and or ASPAN (American Society of Peri Anesthesia Nursing) standards and or AORN (Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses) standards and or SGNA (Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates) standards 
• Registered Nurse-ASC III: 
  • Same duties as Registered Nurse-ASC I/II 
  • Must work in 2 or more units within the department
  • Precepting new employees and assuming the charge role when needed. Assists with education initiatives
  • Contributes to process improvement and quality by auditing/tracking key performance indicators  
• Registered Nurse-ASC IV: 
  • Same duties as Registered Nurse-ASC I/II/III 
  • Must work in 3 or more units within the department
  • Precepting new employees and assuming the charge role when needed. Assists with education initiatives
  • Facilitates patient experience by assisting with the development and implementation of action plans. Contributes to process improvement and quality by auditing/tracking two key performance indicators
  • Promotes team knowledge by providing 2 in-services per year 

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) 
• Valid Texas RN license 
• Basic Life Support certification through American Heart Association 
• Driver’s License and access to a reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications:

• For Registered Nurse- ASC II: 
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required for Endoscopy and PACU departments 
  • 2+ years of RN experience in PACU, Pre-OP, or Endoscopy 
  • Works in single unit 
• For Registered Nurse- ASC III: 
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)  
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) 
  • Have one of the following certifications: Certified Ambulatory Peri Anesthesia Nurse (CAPA), Tele-ICU Acute/Critical Care Nursing (CCRN-E), Acute/Critical Care Knowledge Professional (CCRN-k), Certified Gastroenterology Registered Nurse (CGRN), Certified Ambulatory Surgery Nurse (CNAMB), Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse (CPAN) , or Ambulatory Care Nursing or Pain Management (RN-BC) 
  • 5+ years of RN in PACU, Pre-OP, or Endoscopy 
  • Works in 2 units 
• For Registered Nurse- ASC IV: 
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)  
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) 
  • Have one of the following certifications: Certified Ambulatory Peri Anesthesia Nurse (CAPA), Tele-ICU Acute/Critical Care Nursing (CCRN-E), Acute/Critical Care Knowledge Professional (CCRN-k), Certified Gastroenterology Registered Nurse (CGRN), Certified Ambulatory Surgery Nurse (CNAMB), Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse (CPAN), or Ambulatory Care Nursing or Pain Management (RN-BC) 
  • 7+ years of RN in PACU, Pre-OP, or Endoscopy 
  • Works in 3 units 

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $28.27 to $50.48 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. 

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.