Nurse Extern - Neuro ICU - PRN Nights

Texas Health Resources • Fort Worth, TX

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Texas Health Fort Worth is seeking a Nurse Extern for their Neuro ICU. This is a PRN position for the night shift. The Neuro Surgical Intensive Care Unit is a 22-bed unit with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:2. The department has received the Beacon Award three times and cares for patients with stroke, MSOF, CRRT, vent patients, and all forms of life support. They also have a Brain Tumor and Spine program. The department prides itself on high-performing staff with excellent critical thinking skills and offers self-scheduling for work/life balance and opportunities for educational and career growth. There is a robust Unit Based Council (UBC) and an engaged leadership team in this high acuity, high volume department. Texas Health Fort Worth is an 851-bed, Magnet-designated, full-service hospital serving the Fort Worth community since 1930, offering advanced care in cardiovascular services, high-risk obstetrics, gynecology, neurosciences, sports medicine, and emergency medicine. The hospital also features certified programs in Advanced Hip and Knee Replacement, Brain Tumor Treatment, Advanced Spine Care, and Advanced Palliative Care. It is home to a kidney transplant program and supports Graduate Medical Education (GME). Texas Health Fort Worth is Joint Commission-certified as a Comprehensive Cardiac Center, a Comprehensive Stroke Center, and a Level I Trauma Center, and is a designated Magnet hospital recognized as the Best Place to Have a Baby in Tarrant County. The hospital is a top choice in North Texas for emergency services, women’s health, cardiac care, and more.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
• CNA - Certified Nurses Aide Upon Hire Required Or PCT Training Program Upon Hire Required Or Other Junior I or higher level Professional Nursing student with proof of completion on nursing fundamentals. Upon Hire Required
• BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly Required
• CPI - Crisis Prevention Intervention Training Maintained Annually 90 Days Required

Responsibilities

• Provides assistance according to the plan of care, supports activities of daily living based on patient/family preferences, and serves as a patient advocate.
• Collects patient data, identifies and reports significant findings to the nurse, and communicates per department expectations including ethical and legal concerns.
• Assists in patient transitions and ensures documentation is accurate and appropriate throughout the process.
• Performs procedures safely and proficiently, enters orders when applicable, and takes action to reduce or eliminate patient risk while maintaining a clean and safe environment.
• Works in partnership with nurses and other disciplines to adapt care for diverse populations, incorporating cultural and religious needs.
• Demonstrates adaptability to changing schedules or workloads, welcomes new team members, and uses interpersonal skills to foster a supportive work environment.
• Maintains and enhances care skills, seeks supervision when needed, participates in process improvement, and adheres to National Patient Safety Goals and personnel policies.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED