MedDay/PACU - Registered Nurse PRN

Methodist Health System•Celina, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse renders highly professional and technical nursing care to assigned patients. The nurse provides direct and indirect patient care using the nursing process—assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation—and directs and supervises assigned team members. The RN collaborates with multidisciplinary team members to provide age- and developmentally appropriate care in accordance with unit standards of care, while supporting Methodist Health System’s mission, vision, values, and strategic goals. This is a highly technical, fast-paced nursing position focused on patient-centered care, clear communication, collaboration, and continually improving the patient experience. The RN is accountable for performance and takes initiative in professional growth and team development. The role is associated with MedDay/PACU and reports to the Nurse Manager; staff nurses also have a direct or indirect reporting relationship with the CNO. The position is designated as required to report to work during inclement weather (Category B: employee with patient care impact) and is FLSA non-exempt. Methodist Celina Medical Center is a planned four-story medical center on a 40-plus-acre campus, opening with 51 beds and plans for expansion. The campus is expected to offer services including cardiology, women’s services, orthopedics, and robotic surgery, along with a 40,000-square-foot medical office building.

Requirements

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

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 colleagues to provide age- and developmentally appropriate care.
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 of information.
Create and maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for patients, coworkers, and the facility.
Ensure patient information is documented completely, accurately, and promptly.
Administer medications and IVs safely, accurately, and promptly.
Follow hospital standards and promote a cooperative work environment through communication, interpersonal relationships, and team building.
Take personal responsibility and initiative for performance, professional growth, and development.
Look for ways to improve the patient experience and contribute to building a collaborative team.
Perform other duties as assigned.