Outpatient Registered Nurse, Pre-Admission | Full Time

Who we are

Peterson Health is an independent, not-for-profit rural community hospital located in Kerrville, TX- heart of the Texas Hill Country. Peterson was recently named one of the Top 20 rural and community hospitals in the country and the only one in Texas by the National Rural Health Association. Being named one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare by Modern Healthcare for six consecutive years is a testament to Peterson's commitment to its team and to fulfilling its mission of providing exceptional, compassionate, patient-centered care.

Shift Information

This is a full time position with the option to work four 10-hour shifts, or five 8-hour shifts. No nights, no call, no weekends, no holidays.

What We Offer

Health Insurance

401(k)

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement | HPSA Designated

Employee Education Scholarships

Employee Referral Program

Merit Increases

Free access to a beautiful onsite fitness facility

What You Will Do

The Outpatient RN obtains a health history on patients by telephone or appointment. When patient has appointment, the nurse does a physical assessment in addition to a history. Orders preadmission tests following anesthesia’s criteria and physician orders. Uses nursing judgement when deciding which charts need to be seen by anesthesia.

Required Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Preferred Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Required Licensure/Registration/Certification

Texas license as a Registered Nurse. Certified in Basic Life Support.

Preferred Licensure/Registration/Certification

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support

Required Experience

Two years experience as an RN in a hospital or outpatient environment.

Preferred Experience

Critical care experience.