University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio is an academic medical center — teaching floors, residents in the halls, and more sub-specialties to grow into. It's a day shift — the full-speed version of the unit, with every specialist in the building.
About this role
The Operating Room RN II is a licensed staff nurse who functions at the competent stage. The RN II provides professional nursing care to a diverse patient population, conducting nursing assessments, assisting with exams and treatment, patient education, and maintaining medical records. The RN II provides direct patient care effectively and efficiently, which may include patients with varied and complex needs. Collaborates with interprofessional health care team to facilitate, coordinate, and maintain compassionate, efficient, quality care and achieve desired treatment outcomes. Demonstrates competence when providing care, using technology, administering medications, performing procedures, and managing emergencies, acting as a patient and family advocate to monitor and maintain patient rights. Participates in or leads unit and shared governance initiatives, serving as a preceptor to students or new employees, and possibly contributing to specialty line or hospital-wide initiatives in partnership with management.
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Our Operating Rooms utilize state-of-the-art surgical technology and robotics to support complex procedures and innovative surgical care, including Epic EHR, Intuitive Surgical Da Vinci DV5 and SP robotic platforms, Orthopedic robotic surgical systems (ROSA and MAKO), Advanced GI and Pulmonary endoscopy technology including ION robotic bronchoscopy, and Getinge T-DOC instrument tray tracking system.
Skills for this role
Patient Care
Requirements
RN License
BLS Certification
Associate's degree in Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (within 2.5 years of hire)
English proficiency
Customer communication
Nursing
Hospital patient safety
About the employer
UT
University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
Academic Medical Center
The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio) is an academic medical center that integrates patient care, biomedical research, and health professions education in South Texas. The institution includes the Long School of Medicine…
3.9 Google rating
What reviewers appreciate
+Structured nursing career ladder from RN I through Advanced Care RN IV with clinical leadership opportunities
+Nurse residency program with scheduled cohorts for new graduate nurses
+Academic medical center environment with strong opportunities to learn new things and meet personal goals
What reviewers flag
−Registered Nurse average salary reported at approximately 13% below the national average
−Management rated only 3.1 out of 5 on Indeed, with employees citing need for improved support from managers
−Sense of belonging identified as an area for improvement by employees
San Antonio blends rich Tex-Mex culture, historic missions, and a laid-back river city feel. The famous River Walk winds through downtown, while the Pearl District offers trendy dining and lofts. With no state income tax, major hospital systems, and warm weather year-round, it's an affordable, welcoming spot for nurses seeking authentic South Texas charm.