Registered Nurse - Emergency Department - Mids 3-3

Methodist Health System•Mansfield, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse renders professional and technical nursing care to assigned patients, providing direct and indirect care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The nurse directs and supervises assigned team members and collaborates with multidisciplinary team members to provide age- and developmentally appropriate care in accordance with unit standards. This role supports Methodist Health System’s mission, vision, values, and strategic goals. The position is based in the Emergency Department and is described as highly technical, fast-paced, and challenging. Nurses contribute to patient-centered care, communicate clearly, build collaborative relationships, take accountability for their performance, and pursue professional growth. The role includes patient and family education, maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment, accurate medication and IV administration, and timely documentation and communication of patient information.

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 these when providing nursing care.
Ability to work with confidential material.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Responsibilities

Use the nursing process to provide quality patient care throughout the episode of care.
Direct and supervise assigned team members and collaborate with multidisciplinary team members.
Provide age- and developmentally appropriate care in accordance with unit standards.
Assume responsibility for nursing components of patient, family, and significant-other education.
Communicate with the care team, coworkers, patients, and family members, and evaluate understanding.
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.
Administer medications and IVs safely, accurately, and promptly.
Adhere to hospital standards and promote a cooperative work environment through communication, interpersonal relationships, and team building.
Take personal 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.