PRN Registered Nurse - Med/Surg

TEXAS INSTITUTE FOR SURGERY•Dallas, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Staff RN of the Medical/Surgical Unit provides high-quality, evidence-based care to a diverse patient population, including those recovering from orthopedic, spine, ENT, ophthalmology, cosmetic, urology, oral maxillofacial and other surgeries as scheduled, as well as patients undergoing medical substance abuse detoxification. The Staff Nurse adheres to the standards of care and practice and acts as a resource to other staff members.

Requirements

Associate's degree in nursing required
1-2 years of acute care experience as a Registered Nurse required
Current RN license in the state of Texas
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license as employees may occasionally be required to operate a company vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred
Experience in Med/Surg, Spine, Ortho, ENT, or Medical Detox preferred

Responsibilities

Deliver safe, high-quality direct patient care to patients across a broad range of medical/surgical needs.
Assess, plan, document, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans for patients in collaboration with the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
Monitor and manage post-operative patients, including wound care, pain control, mobility assistance, drain/catheter maintenance, respiratory and cardiac function.
Respond appropriately to medical emergencies as needed.
Provide care and support for patients undergoing medical detox, including vital signs monitoring, withdrawal assessments, and symptom management.
Administers medications and treatments as prescribed and in accordance with hospital policies.
Educate patients and their families about procedures, post-operative care, detox support, discharge planning, and overall health maintenance.
Communicate effectively with physicians, therapists, case managers, and all other healthcare professionals in the interdisciplinary team.
Accurately document patient care, assessments, interventions and all other appropriate information in accordance with hospital policies in the electronic health record (EHR).
Adhere to infection control, safety protocols, and hospital policies.
Maintains a working knowledge and thorough understanding of all equipment and utilities and provides knowledgeable guidance and evaluation of the environment of care management including life safety (fire prevention), security, hazardous materials and waste management, emergency preparedness, infection control, and the safe use of medical equipment and utilities.
Must work within scope of practice.
Performs other duties as assigned.