Registered Nurse - Med Surg - PT Nights

Methodist Health System•Midlothian, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides highly professional and technical nursing care to assigned patients using the nursing process: assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The RN provides direct and indirect patient care, directs and supervises assigned team members, and collaborates with multidisciplinary team members to deliver age- and developmentally appropriate care in accordance with unit standards. The position supports Methodist Health System’s mission, vision, values, and strategic goals and contributes to a patient-centered, collaborative environment.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.
Current license to practice professional nursing in the state of Texas.
Current Basic Life Support certification.
Additional certifications as required by the department.
Minimum 12 months of RN experience or completion of a Nurse Residency Program.
Knowledge of hospital policies, procedures, and nursing care standards.
Ability to work with confidential material.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct and indirect patient care using the nursing process throughout the episode of care.
Direct and supervise assigned team members and collaborate with multidisciplinary team members.
Assume responsibility for nursing components of patient, family, and significant-other education.
Communicate with the care team, coworkers, patients, and family members, and evaluate their understanding.
Create and maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients, coworkers, self, and the facility.
Ensure complete, accurate, and timely written communication of patient information.
Administer medications and IVs safely, accurately, and on time.
Follow hospital policies, procedures, and nursing care standards.
Take responsibility and initiative for performance and professional growth and development.
Promote a cooperative work environment through communication, interpersonal relationships, and team building.
Look for ways to improve the patient experience and contribute to building a collaborative team.
Perform other duties as assigned.