Registered Nurse - Emergency Department - Nights

Methodist Health System•Midlothian, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse renders highly professional and technical nursing care to assigned patients. The role provides direct and indirect patient care using the nursing process—assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation—and directs and supervises assigned team members. The nurse collaborates with multidisciplinary team members 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. This is a highly technical, fast-paced nursing position on the Emergency Department night shift, working 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. in a 12-hour, three-shift schedule. The nurse contributes to patient-centered care through compassion, clear communication, collaboration, accountability, and initiative for professional growth. The position reports to the Nurse Manager; staff nurses also have a direct or indirect reporting relationship with the CNO. The role is designated as having patient care impact and is non-exempt. Staff are required to report to work during inclement weather under Category B.

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 of 12 months of RN experience or completion of a Nurse Residency Program.
Knowledge of hospital policies, procedures, and nursing care standards, and use of them when providing nursing care.
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 to provide age- and developmentally appropriate care.
Follow unit standards of care and general hospital standards to promote a cooperative work environment through communication, interpersonal relationships, and team building.
Assume responsibility for the 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 provided.
Create and maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients, self, coworkers, and the facility.
Ensure complete, accurate, and timely written communication of patient information.
Provide a therapeutic environment through safe, accurate, and timely medication and IV administration.
Take personal responsibility and initiative for performance and professional growth and development.
Look for ways to improve the patient experience, build collaborative relationships, and contribute to an engaged team.
Perform other duties as assigned.