Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room
North Central Baptist Hospitals
San Antonio, Texas
Under minimal supervision, provides professional nursing care for patients ranging in age from ne competencies following established standards and practices.
Posted Oct 8 · New grads welcomed
- Shift and hours
- Days
- Unit and setting
- Operating Room · Hospital Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room
- License
- RN license Possession of current Texas State License for Registered Nurse or currently eligible for state board certification.current Texas State RN license or currently eligible for state board certification
Do you qualify?
- New grads
- Welcomed MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: None
- License
- current Texas State RN license or currently eligible for state board certification Possession of current Texas State License for Registered Nurse or currently eligible for state board certification. Check your license
- Certification
- BLS for all areas BLS - required for all areas-Obtained through approved American Heart Association Training or the Military Training Network
- Certification
- ACLS for Surgery Services within 6 months of hire or transfer into unitAfter hire · must obtain within 6 months of date of hire ACLS required for all areas in Surgery Services and must obtain within 6 months of date of hire or transfer into unit
- Certification
- PALS for Post Anesthesia within 6 months of hire or transfer into unitAfter hire · must obtain within 6 months of date of hire PALS- required for Post Anesthesia and must obtain within 6 months of date of hire or transfer into unit
- Experience
- no minimum experience
Preferred
- Certification
- CNOR Board eligible/certified in Surgery Surgery - CNOR Board eligible/certified
- Certification
- CPAN Board eligible/certified in Post Anesthesia Post Anesthesia-CPAN Board eligible/certified
- Certification
- SGNA Board eligible/certified in GI Lab GI Lab SGNA Board eligible/certified
- Experience
- peri-anesthesia or critical care internship/training course Completion of peri-anesthesia or critical care internship/training course
Your six-month RN application plan
Start about six months before graduation. Some programs open earlier; use each employer’s application dates.
6 months before
Shortlist units
Check application windows. Gather clinical experience, references and your expected graduation date.
Find residencies →4–6 months before
Apply as windows open
Apply before graduation when the program allows it. Keep the cohort date and license deadline with each application.
Explore new grad jobs →2–3 months before
Meet the unit manager
Ask about overtime, a shadow shift, preceptor continuity and the schedule after orientation.
Prepare your questions →Around graduation
Confirm your start
Coordinate NCLEX, the required license and your start date. Get relocation and repayment terms in writing.
Plan your license →
Why start this early?
Advocate describes a 6–9 month application runway for several regional RN programs. These milestones are a planning guide, not deadlines for every employer. See program calendars.
What it pays
- Bonus
- may qualify for sign-on bonus This position may qualify for a sign-on bonus.
- Eligibility
- eligibility determined by employment status Note : Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status
Benefits
- BenefitsMedical, dental, vision, and life insuranceMedical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Benefits401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- BenefitsGenerous paid time offGenerous paid time off
- BenefitsCareer development and continuing education opportunitiesCareer development and continuing education opportunities
- BenefitsHealth savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accountsHealth savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
- BenefitsEmployee Assistance program, Employee discount programEmployee Assistance program, Employee discount program
More benefits (2)
- BenefitsVoluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insuranceVoluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
- Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
The role and schedule
- Day to day
- professional nursing care under minimal supervision Under minimal supervision, provides professional nursing care for patients ranging in age from ne competencies following established standards and practices.
- Hours stated
- Day
The workplace
Worth asking
- Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
More questions to askFewer questions
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
Your fit
On your path
Operating Room has an opening for new graduates. This employer welcomes new graduates for this role. See the posting’s qualifications and orientation details.
Original listing
Posted on North Central Baptist Hospitals’ careers page.
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Overview
Join our dedicated healthcare team where compassion meets innovation! As a Registered Nurse with us, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives while enjoying a supportive work environment that fosters professional growth and work-life balance. Ready to be a vital part of our mission? Apply today and bring your passion for nursing to a place where it truly matters!
At North Central Baptist Hospitals, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
Note : Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status
Job Summary
This position may qualify for a sign-on bonus.
Under minimal supervision, provides professional nursing care for patients ranging in age from ne competencies following established standards and practices. Supports the mission statement, policies and procedures of the Baptist Health System. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum
Experience
None
Preferred
Experience
Completion of peri-anesthesia or critical care internship/training course
Required certifications/
Licensure
Possession of current Texas State License for Registered Nurse or currently eligible for state board certification.
Preferred certifications/
Licensure
- Surgery - CNOR Board eligible/certified
- Post Anesthesia-CPAN Board eligible/certified
- GI Lab SGNA Board eligible/certified
REQUIRED COURSES/COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR)
- BLS - required for all areas-Obtained through approved American Heart Association Training or the Military Training Network
- ACLS required for all areas in Surgery Services and must obtain within 6 months of date of hire or transfer into unit
- PALS- required for Post Anesthesia and must obtain within 6 months of date of hire or transfer into unit
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Organization Description
Baptist Health System has more than 120 years history of caring for our community and making a positive difference. Our system of care includes six full-service hospitals, a specialized childrens hospital with a dedicated pediatric emergency unit, a comprehensive cancer care network, fitness and rehabilitation centers, a physician network, imaging centers, ambulatory services and the Baptist School of Health Professions. Wherever you go in the Baptist Health System, youll find that we have the same goal to help people achieve health for life through compassionate service inspired by faith. Join our team!
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What's around it?
San Antonio, TXFrom Census ACS 2024.
Living costs about 5% below the US average
- Median rent
- $1,324/mo
- Household income
- $65,056/yr, all local households, not nurse pay