RN Fellowship PICU-McLane Children's Hospital

Baylor Scott & White Health • Temple, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Baylor Scott & White Health – Temple offers a program for Professional Advancement Training in Healthcare Specialties (PATHS) for clinical nurses to advance their nursing career. This comprehensive six-month Registered Nurse (RN) Fellowship program aims to facilitate a seamless transition as it enhances your existing nursing competencies, imparting essential knowledge and skills required to ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality care within your chosen specialty. The PATHS Fellowship offers specialty area orientation, classroom/didactic lessons, simulation, practice-based learning, mentorship, and professional development.

Requirements

• Graduated from an Accredited RN Program.
• 1 Year of RN Experience required at time of application.
• Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or willingness to obtain within 30 days of hire or transfer.

Nice To Haves

• 18 months of nursing experience.
• BSN degree.

Responsibilities

• Oversee patient care using a professional practice model.
• Conduct patient assessments, recognize health issues, create care plans, and assess patient responses.
• 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 stay professional 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.

Benefits

• 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
• Education Level: Associate degree