RN Operating Room OR

Baylor Scott & White Health • Plano, TX

70d

About The Position

The Operating Room (OR) Registered Nurse (RN) is a licensed professional who uses the BSWH nursing professional practice model to coordinate patient care delivery by the health care team. Using the nursing process, the RN assesses the patient, identifies nursing diagnoses based on responses to health problems, develops and implements an individualized plan of care, and evaluates the patient's response. The RN promotes safe passage for their patients by using knowledge of patient needs and the healthcare environment to assist patients to transition through the healthcare encounter without any preventable complications or delays. The RN delegates interventions to health care personnel based on the Texas Nursing Practice Act, each patient's condition and the competencies of the employee.

Requirements

• Graduate of an Accredited Program or 2 years of work experience above the minimum qualification.
• Major in Nursing.
• 2 Years of Experience.
• CVOR experience required.
• Registered Nurse (RN) certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.

Responsibilities

• Conduct accurate clinical assessments according to practice standards.
• Identify and prioritize patient and family needs.
• Develop, implement and evaluate the nursing plan of care.
• Modify plan to meet clinical outcomes.
• Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice.
• Support evidence-based practice changes through research utilization.
• Create a compassionate, supportive, safe and therapeutic environment for patients, families and staff.
• Develop therapeutic relationships with patient and family.
• Manage both emotional and physical pain to promote comfort and healing.
• Recognize and incorporate a patient's and family's unique differences into an individualized plan of care.
• Preserve and protect the confidentiality, autonomy, dignity and rights of patient and family.
• Facilitate learning for patients and families, nursing staff, and other members of the health care team.
• Work collaboratively and interdependently with colleagues and community.
• Use strategies and available resources for problem-solving for patients, family and staff.
• Participate in shared governance and decision-making processes.
• Contribute to the professional development of peers and colleagues.

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
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees