Registered Nurse - Med Surg - Days

Methodist Health System•Richardson, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides highly professional and technical nursing care to assigned patients. The RN delivers direct and indirect patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation; supervises assigned team members; and collaborates with multidisciplinary colleagues to provide age- and developmentally appropriate care in accordance with unit standards. The position supports Methodist Health System’s mission, vision, values, and strategic goals. It is a 12-hour day-shift role, working three shifts per week on days that vary.

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.
At least 12 months of RN experience or completion of a Nurse Residency Program.
Knowledge of hospital policies, procedures, and nursing care standards, and 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.
Provide age- and developmentally appropriate care in accordance with unit standards.
Support the nursing components of patient, family, and significant-other education.
Communicate with the care team, coworkers, patients, and families, and evaluate their understanding of information.
Create and maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients, coworkers, oneself, and the facility.
Ensure patient information is communicated in writing completely, accurately, and promptly.
Administer medications and IV treatments safely, accurately, and promptly.
Follow hospital standards and promote a cooperative work environment through communication, interpersonal relationships, and team building.
Take responsibility and initiative for performance and professional growth and development.
Look for ways to improve the patient experience, build collaborative relationships, communicate openly, and contribute to building a strong team.
Perform other duties as assigned.