Registered Nurse/Acute Care

Surgery Partners•Lubbock, TX

About The Position

Lubbock Heart & Surgical Hospital is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to provide acute care to adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. The role involves assessing patient needs, planning and delivering nursing care, educating patients and families, coordinating care with the healthcare team, and maintaining accurate medical records. The nurse may also manage care for patients undergoing procedures requiring analgesia, sedation, or anesthesia and serve as relief Charge Nurse when needed or instructed by the Nursing Director. This is a full-time day position with a 7 a.m.–7 p.m. shift. The hospital specializes in cardiac, orthopedic, nephrology, urology, and general medical care, as well as inpatient surgical procedures. The role is based in a family-style hospital environment that emphasizes teamwork, diversity, and patient care.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved school of nursing or Board Eligible Graduate Nurse.
Currently licensed in the state of Texas.
BLS and ACLS required.

Nice To Haves

BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

Assess the physical, biophysical, and health education needs of adolescent, adult, and geriatric acute care patients.
Gather pertinent patient care data using available resources.
Establish nursing plans of care with measurable short- and long-term goals.
Prepare discharge and follow-up plans appropriate to patient and family needs.
Participate with the responsible supervisor in developing monthly staffing plans.
Implement interventions appropriate to patients’ age-specific needs.
Safely and accurately administer medications commonly used in acute care units.
Provide education to patients and families or caregivers.
Provide safe and appropriate interventions in emergencies commonly experienced by acute care patients.
Perform basic patient care procedures required by the nursing unit.
Communicate with healthcare team members and other appropriate parties in the delivery of care.
Document nursing care to maintain accurate and legal medical records.
Operate specialized equipment included in the acute care unit equipment checklist.
Help maintain a safe environment for patients.
Manage care for patients undergoing procedures requiring analgesia, sedation, and anesthesia.
May participate in department and hospital committees and provide in-service training to hospital staff.
Attend meetings as required.
Use knowledge of age-specific differences to recognize changes in patient status.
Participate in appropriate committees and quality assurance/performance improvement activities.
Follow OSHA and other standards for protection against blood-borne pathogens.
Serve as relief Charge Nurse as needed or instructed by the Nursing Director.