Travel Contract

Pre-Op/Phase II Recovery RN
San Antonio, Texas
Methodist Hospital

$1,331-1,837/week
Posted 8 hours ago
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Pre Op

Location

  • San Antonio, Texas

Employment Type

  • Travel assignment

Contract Length

  • 13 weeks

Work Schedule

  • Monday to Friday, 12:00 PM – 8:30 PM (variable/flexible)
  • Guaranteed 36 hours per week
  • Weekend and call requirements to be discussed during interview

Unit Information

  • Unit: Pre-Op / Day Surgery / Phase 2 Recovery (PACU)
  • Number of beds: 13
  • Patient Ratios:
    • Pre-op: 1:1 RN
    • Phase II Recovery (Short Stay): 3:1 RN
  • Unit staffing includes Unit Secretary nurses, Patient Care Assistants (PCA), and Phlebotomist
  • Equipment and documentation system: Meditech, Hobilab
  • Floating required per facility policy (details discussed during interview)

Required Certifications and Licenses

  • Active Texas Registered Nurse (RN) license (temporary licenses not accepted)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)

Requirements/Qualifications

  • Valid RN license in Texas
  • Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
  • Minimum 2 years of PACU (Post Anesthesia Care) experience, including experience within the last year
  • Pre-Op experience
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification

Preferred Skills

  • PACU experience
  • IV skills
  • Experience with Meditech electronic health record system

Procedures Performed on Unit

  • Pain blocks with anesthesia

Dress Code and Appearance Guidelines

  • Facility provides scrubs for RNs
  • Nails must be clean and healthy
  • Hair should be neat and clean with no extreme styles or colors
  • Facial hair (beards, mustaches, sideburns) must be clean and neatly trimmed
  • Tattoos should be covered whenever possible; uncovered body art addressed individually
  • Visible piercings other than ears are prohibited

Additional Notes

  • Candidates must be willing to float to other units as per facility floating policy
  • Attendance and floating policies apply and will be reviewed during onboarding

Facility

Methodist Hospital

3.8rating(45 reviews)

4 nurses recommend working with Methodist Hospital

4.0rating

Pros

Everyone is very nice and its really busy.

Cons

Techs stay on the scanner and don't allow other techs to scan, so your setting up all the scans all day sometimes. .

Louis A
Louis A
CT Technologist (Allied Health Professional)
Contract Position Jan '26
Review of Methodist Hospital on Feb 11, 2026
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  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 1,556 beds
ADDRESS7700 Floyd Curl DriveSan Antonio, TX 78229
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About San Antonio, TX

As a Travel Post Anesthesia Care Nurse in San Antonio, TX here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in San Antonio is lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.
Weather
  • The average high in summer is around 95°F, while the average low in winter is around 40°F, offering a mix of hot summers and mild winters.
Furnished Housing
  • Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are relatively easy to find in San Antonio, with a variety of choices available for travel nurses.
Transportation
  • San Antonio is relatively car-friendly, with a well-connected road network.
  • Public transportation options include buses and a streetcar system, providing convenient travel within the city.
Demographics
  • San Antonio is a diverse city with a wide range of demographics.
  • It has a relatively young population, and common health issues may include allergies due to the climate.
  • There is a large population of travel nurses in the area, creating a supportive community.
Things to Do
  • San Antonio offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, a rich cultural heritage with art and music events, and a strong focus on sports and outdoor activities.
  • The River Walk, the Alamo, and the Tower of the Americas are popular attractions for both locals and visitors.
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