Nacogdoches Medical Center, a community anchor serving East Texas for nearly 50 years, is recruiting a PRN Registered Nurse for its Same Day Surgery and PACU unit in Nacogdoches, TX. This role covers the full perioperative continuum — pre-anesthesia assessment, post-anesthesia recovery, and outpatient pre- and post-procedure care — across a hospital with robust surgical service lines including oncology, neuroscience, cardiology, OB/GYN, and bariatric surgery. PRN flexibility makes this an ideal fit for an experienced perioperative nurse seeking supplemental shifts in a collegial, mission-driven environment.
Perks and Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance (eligibility determined by employment status)
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Health savings accounts (HSA) and healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Continuing education and career development opportunities, including in-service training
- Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, auto and home insurance
Practice Highlights
- PRN position covering Same Day Surgery (SDS) and PACU — pre-anesthesia, post-anesthesia, and outpatient pre- and post-procedure care
- Care delivered in accordance with established unit standards, guidelines, policies, and procedures
- Preceptor responsibilities for onboarding new staff — a meaningful clinical leadership opportunity
- Surgical service lines supported include oncology, cardiology (cath lab and electrophysiology), OB/GYN, neuroscience (Brainlab technology, stroke treatment), and bariatric/weight loss surgery
- Nearly 50-year history as the primary acute care facility serving the East Texas region
- Strong team culture with emphasis on professional development and work-life balance
Qualifications
- Associate Degree in Nursing (minimum); BSN welcome
- Valid Texas RN license required
- Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
- Minimum one year of experience preferred in Medical-Surgical, Same Day Surgery, or critical care settings
- Ability to function as a preceptor for new employees
About the Community
Nacogdoches is one of the oldest towns in Texas, situated in the Piney Woods of East Texas — a region defined by towering loblolly pines, lakes, and a genuine small-city character. The cost of living is well below national averages, and the presence of Stephen F. Austin State University brings cultural programming, collegiate athletics, and a vibrant community calendar. Dallas and Houston are both reachable within three hours, offering major-metro access without the urban cost or pace.