RN Oncology Urgent Care

Baylor Scott & White Health • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

As a Procedural Registered Nurse, work as a licensed professional using the nursing practice model to oversee patient care. Assess patients, identify nursing diagnoses, and develop personalized care plans. Regularly assess patient responses and help patients navigate healthcare safely by understanding their needs and the healthcare system, helping prevent complications and delays. Delegate tasks in accordance with Texas nursing laws, patient conditions, and staff skills.

Use clinical judgment to assess patients, prioritize needs, and create or adjust care plans. Evaluate nursing practices for quality and effectiveness, which may include tracking indicators, making research-based changes, and participating in quality-improvement initiatives. Teach patients and staff, integrate education into care, and use systems-thinking strategies and resources to solve problems for patients, families, and staff. Contribute to decision-making, recognize others' contributions, and support the nursing practice and work environment.

The position is scheduled for three 12-hour shifts from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., with self-scheduling.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited program or a minimum of two years, as stated in the posting.
• At least 2 years of oncology experience.
• At least 2 years of inpatient RN experience.
• Willingness to train in telemetry and ACLS.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, or obtain it within 30 days of hire or transfer.
• In-depth understanding of nursing, patient-care standards, and procedures.
• Knowledge of legal, regulatory, professional, certification, accreditation, and departmental requirements.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients, prioritize their needs, identify nursing diagnoses, and develop or adjust personalized care plans.
• Regularly assess patient responses and monitor health, communicating changes efficiently to nursing staff and healthcare providers.
• Delegate tasks according to Texas nursing laws, patient conditions, and staff skills.
• Evaluate nursing practices for quality and effectiveness, track indicators, apply research-based changes, and participate in quality-improvement initiatives.
• Teach patients and staff, integrating education into care.
• Use systems-thinking strategies and resources to solve problems for patients, families, and staff.
• Contribute to decision-making and support a professional nursing practice and work environment.
• Provide patient-centered care that honors patient diversity and follows the nursing process and nursing standards.

Benefits

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits (subject to position type and level).
• 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: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed