RN Cardiac ICU Tele PCU Nights 5k Sign on Bonus

Baylor Scott & White Health • Middle Valley, TN

5h • Onsite

About The Position

Join Baylor The Heart Hospital Dallas as a Registered Nurse in the Cardiac ICU. The unit cares for patients after cardiotomy, cardiac interventional procedures, vascular surgery or intervention, and those with advanced heart failure. It operates as a Cardiac Universal Bed, caring for both Cardiac ICU and Cardiac Telemetry patients; nurses must be comfortable caring for both. The listed unit care includes CABG, CRRT, Impella, Swan, and AIBP.

The Registered Nurse oversees patient care using a professional practice model. The role includes assessing patients, identifying health issues, developing and evaluating care plans, and assessing patient responses. The nurse supports patient travel, anticipates patient needs, helps prevent problems, follows the Texas Nursing Practice Act, and delegates tasks according to patient condition and team competencies.

Baylor Scott & White Health describes its mission as promoting the well-being of individuals, families, and communities. Its core values are serving faithfully, constantly striving for better, supporting one another, and taking initiative to deliver an exceptional experience.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited program, with nursing as the specialized field of study.
• Current RN license.
• BLS certification, or ability to obtain it within 30 days of starting the role.
• At least 1 year of true, recent ICU RN experience.
• Ability to care for both Cardiac ICU and Cardiac Telemetry patients.
• Understanding of nursing and patient-care standards and procedures, applicable nursing laws and guidelines, and hospital policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, health, disease prevention and management, common medications, and their side effects.
• Respect for medical and professional nursing ethics and patient privacy rights.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and positive social skills for interacting with diverse groups.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office, information security, scheduling and payroll systems, electronic medical documentation, and email.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed clinical assessments and prioritize patient and family needs.
• Create, implement, and evaluate care plans, adjusting them to achieve desired outcomes.
• Build therapeutic relationships with patients and families, manage discomfort, and maintain professionalism.
• Create care plans that reflect patient values and help resolve issues.
• Educate patients, families, nurses, and community members, and regularly assess and document learning needs.
• Collaborate with colleagues and the community to create care plans.
• Delegate tasks carefully and follow up promptly.
• Use problem-solving strategies with patients, families, and staff while recognizing limitations and prioritizing safety, effectiveness, and efficiency.
• Contribute to team goals and peers’ development, pursue professional growth, and demonstrate a commitment to community service.
• Secure patient travel, anticipate patient needs, help prevent issues, and follow the Texas Nursing Practice Act.

Benefits

• $5,000 sign-on bonus for eligible external candidates with at least 2 years of RN experience.
• Relocation assistance for eligible candidates relocating 50 or more miles.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level