Registered Nurse Med/Surg Telemetry (FT Nights)

White Rock Medical Center LLC•Dallas, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

White Rock Medical Center is seeking compassionate, care-minded individuals to join our company and make a difference. As a member of the White Rock Medical Center team, you can advance your skills while working in a supportive and patient focused environment. The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for the provision and coordination of patient-centered care in a combined Med/Surg Telemetry setting. The RN coordinates care to achieve desired outcomes, participates in patient and family teaching, and provides leadership by delegating and working cooperatively with ancillary nursing staff and interdisciplinary team members to maintain professional nursing standards and performance in the clinical setting. The RN manages both medical-surgical and telemetry-monitored patients and must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age and acuity of patients served in the assigned unit.

Requirements

Minimum 6 months of RN experience required
Active RN license in the State of Texas
BLS (AHA required)
ACLS (AHA required or preferred based on unit needs)
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (BSN preferred)

Nice To Haves

Med/Surg or Telemetry experience preferred
Ability to read and interpret EKG rhythms preferred

Responsibilities

Obtains and documents patient data in an objective and professional manner
Communicates pertinent patient information throughout the shift and during handoff
Documents all aspects of the nursing process accurately and timely in the EMR
Monitors telemetry patients and interprets cardiac rhythms; responds appropriately to changes in condition
Prioritizes care for both Med-Surg and Telemetry patients based on acuity
Administers medications safely and accurately per Texas Board of Nursing standards and facility policy
Implements Plan of Care from admission and updates daily based on patient needs
Provides patient and family education including diagnosis, treatment, telemetry monitoring, and discharge planning
Utilizes SBAR for communication with physicians and interdisciplinary teams
Ensures patient safety through fall precautions, infection control, and core measure compliance
Performs blood glucose monitoring and ensures glucometer QC compliance
Utilizes Alaris IV pump with correct programming and guardrail compliance
Responds to changes in patient condition with urgency and appropriate clinical judgment
Assists with admissions, discharges, and transfers as needed
Floats to other units as required based on staffing needs
Treats everyone as their customer; utilizes scripting and other tools to ensure consistency in customer service; Expresses recognition and shows appreciation to others; fully utilizes AIDET principles; responds quickly to handle requests, complaints and questions; displays a positive attitude.
Wears nametag properly; follows dress code policy; answers phone correctly and promptly; is prepared for meetings; meets deadlines; does not participate in gossip; acts ethically and treats others with respect; respects customer’s and co-worker’s time; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and co-workers.
Attends staff meetings; follows HIPAA guidelines; follows patient rights policy; complies with the compliance program; demonstrates knowledge of role in a disaster; demonstrates knowledge of fire and fire drill procedures; working knowledge of hospital emergency codes; always utilizes standard precautions in the clinical setting; safely manages the environment of care by demonstrating a working knowledge of the requirements of the: Life Safety program, Utilities Management program, Hazardous Materials program, Emergency Preparedness program, Safety Management program, Medical Equipment Management program, Security Management program.