Registered Nurse - Med Surg - PRN Nights
About The Position
The Registered Nurse provides highly professional and technical nursing care to assigned patients, delivering direct and indirect care through the nursing process: assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The nurse directs and supervises assigned team members and collaborates with multidisciplinary colleagues to provide age- and developmentally appropriate care according to unit standards. This fast-paced, technical role emphasizes patient-centered care, compassion, clear communication, collaboration, accountability, initiative, and ongoing professional growth. The RN supports Methodist Health System’s mission, vision, values, and strategic goals.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.
- Current license to practice professional nursing in Texas.
- Current Basic Life Support certification.
- Additional certifications as required by the department.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct and indirect nursing care using the nursing process throughout the episode of care.
- Direct and supervise assigned team members and collaborate with multidisciplinary colleagues.
- Assume responsibility for nursing components of patient, family, and significant-other education.
- Communicate clearly with the care team, coworkers, patients, and family members, and evaluate their understanding of information.
- 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 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 and contribute to building a collaborative team.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
