RN Emergency Room Nights

Baylor Scott & White Health•Waxahachie, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Waxahachie is seeking a Full‑Time Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Emergency Department on night shift. This high‑performing ED is known for exceptional patient satisfaction scores, low turnover, and strong employee engagement, making it an excellent environment for nurses who value teamwork, stability, and quality care. Department Highlights: Level IV Trauma Center & Primary Stroke Center (Submitting level III Trauma designation) 37‑bed Emergency Department 65,000+ visits annually Supportive, collaborative team culture Staffing & Schedule: Nurse‑to‑Patient Ratio: 4:1 standard, up to 6:1 for low‑acuity patients Full‑Time Nights | 3 (12‑hour) shifts 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM Qualifications: Active RN license (Texas or compact) At least 2 years of Emergency Department experience preferred Critical care experience required Strong assessment skills and ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment Why BSWH Waxahachie: High employee engagement and retention Patient‑focused, nurse‑supported culture Opportunity to work in a growing ED with strong leadership and teamwork Join a team where your skills are valued and your work truly makes a difference. About Us Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well. Our Core Values are: We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart. We never settle by constantly striving for better. We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve. We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience. Job Summary As a Registered Nurse, oversee patient care using a professional practice model. Responsibilities include patient assessment, recognizing health issues, creating care plans, and assessing patient responses. Secure patient travel. Know about patient needs in healthcare. Help patients and prevent issues. Follow the Texas Nursing Practice Act and delegate tasks based on condition and team competencies. Essential Functions of the Role As an RN, conduct detailed clinical assessments and prioritize patient and family needs. Create, implement, and evaluate care plans. Adjust plans to reach desired outcomes. Building relationships, managing discomfort, staying professional are vital in therapeutic connections with patients and families. Creating care plans reflecting values aids in resolving issues. You will help educate patients, families, nurses, and community members. Empower them with knowledge for better healthcare choices. Assess and document learning needs regularly. Work with colleagues and community to create a care plan. Delegate tasks carefully and follow up promptly. You'll use different strategies for problem-solving with patients, families, and staff. Recognize limitations and prioritize safety, effectiveness, and efficiency in patient care planning and delivery. Achieve goals through teamwork, recognize contributions, commit to growth. Contribute to peers' development, show community service commitment. Key Success Factors A deep understanding of nursing and patient care standards, as well as procedures. Know nursing laws, rules, standards, and guidelines in your area. Understand hospital procedures and rules. Proficiency in medical terms, focusing on health, disease prevention, management, common meds, and their side effects. Respect for medical and professional nursing ethics and patient privacy rights. Exceptional communication skills, allowing for clear expression of thoughts both verbally and in writing. Positive social skills to facilitate interactions with a diverse range of parties. Excellent problem-solving capabilities, driving effective critical thinking. Basic computer skills, encompassing areas such as Microsoft Office, information security, scheduling and payroll systems, electronic medical documentation, and email. Belonging Statement We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported. Qualifications Grad of an Accredited Program Specialized field of study should be nursing. RN license. Must have BLS certification or get it within 30 days of starting in this role.

Requirements

Active RN license (Texas or compact)
Critical care experience required
Strong assessment skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Grad of an Accredited Program
Specialized field of study should be nursing.
RN license.
Must have BLS certification or get it within 30 days of starting in this role.
A deep understanding of nursing and patient care standards, as well as procedures.
Know nursing laws, rules, standards, and guidelines in your area. Understand hospital procedures and rules.
Proficiency in medical terms, focusing on health, disease prevention, management, common meds, and their side effects.
Respect for medical and professional nursing ethics and patient privacy rights.
Exceptional communication skills, allowing for clear expression of thoughts both verbally and in writing.
Positive social skills to facilitate interactions with a diverse range of parties.
Excellent problem-solving capabilities, driving effective critical thinking.
Basic computer skills, encompassing areas such as Microsoft Office, information security, scheduling and payroll systems, electronic medical documentation, and email.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of Emergency Department experience preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee patient care using a professional practice model.
Conduct patient assessments, recognizing health issues, creating care plans, and assessing patient responses.
Secure patient travel.
Understand patient needs in healthcare.
Help patients and prevent issues.
Follow the Texas Nursing Practice Act and delegate tasks based on condition and team competencies.
Conduct detailed clinical assessments and prioritize patient and family needs.
Create, implement, and evaluate care plans.
Adjust plans to reach desired outcomes.
Build relationships, manage discomfort, and stay professional in therapeutic connections with patients and families.
Create care plans reflecting values to aid in resolving issues.
Educate patients, families, nurses, and community members, empowering them with knowledge for better healthcare choices.
Assess and document learning needs regularly.
Work with colleagues and the community to create a care plan.
Delegate tasks carefully and follow up promptly.
Use different strategies for problem-solving with patients, families, and staff.
Recognize limitations and prioritize safety, effectiveness, and efficiency in patient care planning and delivery.
Achieve goals through teamwork, recognize contributions, and commit to growth.
Contribute to peers' development.
Show community service commitment.