RN Cardiac PCU Nights 5k Sign on Bonus

Baylor Scott & White Health•Dallas, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Baylor The Heart Hospital Dallas as a Registered Nurse in the Cardiac PCU and be part of something better! The patient population includes post cardiotomy, cardiology interventional, post vascular surgical/interventional, and advanced heart failure patients. Baylor Scott & White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas, dedicated to promoting the well-being of individuals, families, and communities.

Requirements

Graduated from an Accredited Program in Nursing.
Minimum of 1 year of true, recent PCU RN experience.
Registered Nurse (RN) license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer).
A deep understanding of nursing and patient care standards, as well as procedures.
Knowledge of nursing laws, rules, standards, and guidelines in your area.
Understanding of hospital procedures and rules.
Proficiency in medical terms, focusing on health, disease prevention, management, common meds, and their side effects.
Respect for medical and professional nursing ethics and patient privacy rights.
Exceptional communication skills, allowing for clear expression of thoughts both verbally and in writing.
Positive social skills to facilitate interactions with a diverse range of parties.
Excellent problem-solving capabilities, driving effective critical thinking.
Basic computer skills, encompassing areas such as Microsoft Office, information security, scheduling and payroll systems, electronic medical documentation, and email.

Responsibilities

Oversee patient care using a professional practice model.
Conduct patient assessments, recognizing health issues, and creating care plans.
Assess patient responses to care.
Secure patient travel.
Understand patient needs in healthcare.
Help patients and prevent issues.
Follow the Texas Nursing Practice Act and delegate tasks based on condition and team competencies.
Conduct detailed clinical assessments and prioritize patient and family needs.
Create, implement, and evaluate care plans, adjusting them to reach desired outcomes.
Build relationships, manage discomfort, and maintain professionalism in therapeutic connections with patients and families.
Create care plans reflecting values to aid in resolving issues.
Educate patients, families, nurses, and community members, empowering them with knowledge for better healthcare choices.
Assess and document learning needs regularly.
Work with colleagues and the community to create a care plan.
Delegate tasks carefully and follow up promptly.
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, and commit to growth.
Contribute to peers' development and show commitment to community service.