Epic Surgery Center

Shavano Park, TX Registered  Nurse – Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC)

Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM | Select Saturdays

Position Description

Epic Surgery Center is seeking an experienced, dependable, and highly organized Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Shavano Park surgical team. The ideal candidate has a strong background in surgical nursing, pain management procedures, preoperative care, operating room circulating, and post-anesthesia recovery.The ASC Registered Nurse plays an essential role in ensuring safe, efficient surgical operations by providing direct patient care throughout the perioperative process. This position also supports patient assessments, surgical preparation, clinical documentation, inventory management, facility readiness, and daily operational needs.

Why Join Epic?

At Epic, every patient interaction matters. As an ASC Registered Nurse, you will work closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and clinical staff to deliver safe, efficient, and compassionate care while maintaining high standards of clinical excellence and patient safety.

About the Role

The ASC Registered Nurse supports daily surgical operations and provides comprehensive nursing care throughout the preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases. This position requires strong clinical judgment, adaptability, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with the surgical team.

Key Responsibilities

Preoperative Nursing

• Prepare patients for surgical and interventional pain management procedures.
• Complete preoperative assessments, review medical histories, and verify required documentation.
• Initiate IV access, administer ordered medications and IV fluids, and obtain laboratory specimens as needed.
• Perform pregnancy screenings, blood glucose testing, and vital sign assessments as indicated.
• Assist with blood collection and preparation for platelet-rich plasma (PRP) procedures.
• Verify patient readiness, required equipment, and durable medical equipment (DME) needs.
• Appropriately delegate tasks to qualified clinical support staff while maintaining nursing oversight.

Operating Room Circulating

• Serve as the circulating RN during surgical and interventional procedures.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and surgical personnel to support safe and efficient procedures.
• Prepare operating rooms, verify equipment functionality, and ensure required supplies are available.
• Prepare and manage medications within RN scope of practice and facility protocols.
• Coordinate surgical workflow and promptly respond to procedural needs.
• Lead or participate in surgical time-outs and required patient safety verification processes.
• Maintain accurate intraoperative documentation and support sterile technique and infection prevention.

Post-Anesthesia Recovery (PACU)

• Monitor and assess patients recovering from anesthesia, sedation, and surgical procedures.
• Evaluate vital signs, respiratory status, level of consciousness, pain, and overall recovery.
• Recognize changes in patient condition and initiate appropriate nursing interventions.
• Administer ordered medications and collaborate with anesthesia providers regarding patient recovery.
• Evaluate patients against established discharge criteria and facility protocols.
• Provide and reinforce postoperative instructions to patients and caregivers.
• Complete accurate recovery and discharge documentation.

Clinical Operations & Facility Support

• Prepare patient charts, coordinate preoperative phone assessments, and assist with patient scheduling and preparation.
• Perform postoperative follow-up calls to assess recovery and identify potential complications.
• Monitor medication, pharmacy, and clinical supply inventory.
• Assist with crash cart inspections, oxygen supply checks, emergency equipment readiness, and required functionality testing.
• Restock clinical areas and ensure the facility is prepared for scheduled procedures.
• Support daily workflow coordination and communicate operational needs to the appropriate team members.

Patient Care & Communication

• Provide clear patient education regarding procedures, medications, preparation, recovery, and follow-up care.
• Maintain compassionate, professional communication with patients, families, providers, and clinical staff.
• Promote patient safety, efficient patient flow, teamwork, and a positive patient experience.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain complete, accurate, and timely electronic medical records (EMR).
• Ensure nursing assessments, medication administration, procedural documentation, and patient updates are appropriately recorded.
• Follow infection prevention, medication safety, emergency preparedness, and facility policies.
• Support compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and QUAD A accreditation standards.
• Assist with maintaining clinical readiness, inventory controls, and required safety documentation.

 Qualifications & Requirements

• Current, active, and unrestricted Texas Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Minimum of one (1) year of perioperative nursing or Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) experience required.
• Experience in preoperative nursing, OR circulating, and/or PACU strongly preferred.
• Pain management or ambulatory surgery center experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of patient assessment, emergency response, and perioperative safety.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and clinical documentation.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish highly preferred.
• Strong critical thinking, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize responsibilities, and adapt to a fast-paced surgical environment.
• Dependable, accountable, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering high-quality patient care.

Join Our Team If you are a dedicated Registered Nurse who thrives in a collaborative surgical environment and is passionate about patient safety, clinical excellence, and compassionate care, we encourage you to apply to Epic Surgery Center.