RN Med Surg

Baylor Scott & White Health•Lakeway, TX

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides patient care on the General Medical Surgical Unit at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Lakeway. The 40-bed unit cares for patients with a broad range of needs, including cardiac, pulmonary, gastrointestinal, urologic, general surgery, postoperative, stroke, dementia, and infectious disease conditions. The facility is certified for STEMI and stroke care, and the unit has a 5:1 patient ratio. The work is fast-paced and calls for proactive task management. Using a professional practice model, the RN assesses patients, identifies health concerns, develops and evaluates care plans, and monitors patients’ responses. The nurse builds therapeutic relationships with patients and families, provides education, collaborates with colleagues and the community, and delegates tasks according to patient condition and team competencies. The role follows the Texas Nursing Practice Act and applicable nursing standards, laws, hospital procedures, and patient privacy requirements. The team emphasizes collaboration, inclusion, learning, and career development. Opportunities mentioned include educational classes, continuing education, a skills fair, support for school schedules, and staff participation in small groups focused on quality metrics.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited program.
Nursing as the specialized field of study.
RN license.
BLS certification, or obtain it within 30 days of starting.
Understanding of nursing and patient-care standards and procedures.
Knowledge of applicable nursing laws, rules, standards, guidelines, and hospital procedures.
Proficiency in medical terminology, health, disease prevention and management, common medications, and medication side effects.
Respect for medical and professional nursing ethics and patient privacy rights.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Social skills for interacting with diverse groups.
Problem-solving and critical-thinking capabilities.
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, evaluate, and adjust care plans to achieve desired outcomes.
Build therapeutic relationships with patients and families, manage discomfort, and maintain professionalism.
Educate patients, families, nurses, and community members; regularly assess and document learning needs.
Collaborate with colleagues and the community to develop care plans.
Delegate tasks according to patient condition and team competencies, and follow up promptly.
Use problem-solving strategies with patients, families, and staff while recognizing limitations and prioritizing safety, effectiveness, and efficiency.
Support teamwork, recognize colleagues’ contributions, contribute to peers’ development, and participate in community service.
Secure patient travel.
Follow the Texas Nursing Practice Act and applicable nursing standards, procedures, and hospital rules.