RN CVICU Full-time Nights

Baylor Scott & White Health•Plano, TX

64d•Onsite

About The Position

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. Our 2 CUB Unit is a fast-paced environment that includes high-acuityâ¯patients. Are you looking to increase your knowledge base? Our 2 CUB Unit leadership team fosters an environment that supportsâ¯learning, mentoring, and building every team member. 2 CUB Unit Patient Population:â¯Cardiac and Vascular: CHF, Immediate post-op heart bypass and valves (Cardiac Universal Bed model: Care for Telemetry, PCU, ICU and CV patients) Patient Ratios: 1:4 (Tele); 1:3 (PCU); 1:2 (ICU); 1:1 (Immediate post-op) or unstable ICY patients connected to specialized devices Number of Beds: 20 beds Department Specifics: Skills leveling, Caring for ICU Devices (Impella, IABP, CRRT, EKOS, lumbar drain); World renown surgeons, magnet hospital, active Unit Based Council. 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. Benefits Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include: Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% Tuition Reimbursement PTO accrual beginning Day 1 Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level. Belonging Statement We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Requirements

Grad of an Accredited Program
2yr of RN experience in CVICU or CVPCU
Specialized field of study should be nursing.
RN license.
Must have BLS certification or get it within 30 days of starting in this role.

Responsibilities

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.