RN, Med/Surg

Cook Children's Health Care System • Fort Worth, TX

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The RN Staff Nurse on 5 Main is responsible for delivering competent, individualized nursing care to patients and families by utilizing the nursing process to augment the established medical plan of treatment. Operating with a strong team orientation, this nurse integrates sound clinical judgment and evidence-based decision-making to address the unique needs of each patient. The role emphasizes exceptional customer relations and professional communication, ensuring that care is delivered with both clinical precision and a high level of service excellence. By maintaining a focus on safety and collaborative practice, the RN Staff Nurse serves as a vital advocate for the patient while contributing to the overall effectiveness of the healthcare team. The 5 Main unit is a 36-bed unit with a patient population that includes pulmonary and infectious disease. Age ranges from newborn to young adult. The nurse to patient ratio is 1:3 - 1:4.

Requirements

• 1 year of direct nursing experience required.
• Associate's degree in nursing.
• Active, unrestricted TX Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• BLS (American Heart Association).

Nice To Haves

• 2+ years inpatient experience preferred.
• Pediatric experience preferred.
• PALS or NRP and specialty certifications per unit guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Deliver competent, individualized nursing care to patients and families.
• Utilize the nursing process to augment the established medical plan of treatment.
• Integrate sound clinical judgment and evidence-based decision-making.
• Address the unique needs of each patient.
• Emphasize exceptional customer relations and professional communication.
• Ensure care is delivered with clinical precision and a high level of service excellence.
• Maintain a focus on safety and collaborative practice.
• Serve as a vital advocate for the patient.
• Contribute to the overall effectiveness of the healthcare team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree