RN - P5 Surgical Trauma - Nights

JPS Health Network•Fort Worth, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse assesses, plans, directs, implements, and assists in providing quality patient care for assigned patients. The role includes modifying nursing care, administering medications, planning discharge, educating patients according to their individual needs, monitoring changes in patient condition, and collaborating with patients and the care team on treatment goals. The nurse documents care and related information accurately, promotes safe, multidisciplinary care, anticipates deterioration or equipment malfunctions, and coordinates patient transfers in accordance with EMTALA regulations when applicable. Additional department-specific duties may apply, and other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Nursing diploma from an accredited diploma program, or an associate or higher degree in nursing from an accredited school of professional nursing.
Current licensure by the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners, or proof of reciprocity between Texas and another state within 90 days.
Relevant experience for RN I through RN IV classifications: RN I, 6 months–1.99 years; RN II, 2–4.99 years; RN III, 5–9.99 years; RN IV, 10 or more years.
Current JPS-recognized Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, maintained throughout employment.
Obtain ACLS within 3 months of hire.
Pass the EKG test within 90 days.
Complete initial NIHSS within 90 days and maintain it throughout employment.
Complete the unit-specific competency-based orientation program within 90 days.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited school of professional nursing.
Certification in the area of nurse specialty.

Responsibilities

Plan, assess, direct, implement, and provide quality care for assigned patients, including modifying nursing care, administering medication, and planning discharge.
Provide education tailored to individual patient needs using the nursing process and applicable policies and procedures.
Monitor patient condition, record and report symptoms, assess vital signs, and intervene when appropriate.
Collect patient data based on presenting complaints and pertinent history.
Collaborate with patients to identify treatment goals and discharge patients as appropriate with a written discharge plan.
Encourage family participation as appropriate for the patient's age and situation.
Assess and plan education addressing knowledge deficits, treatment, pain management, and discharge needs.
Document accurately in medical records, forms, and computer systems, including orders and patient charges, in accordance with standards and procedures.
Deliver quality care through multidisciplinary teamwork and minimize risks of infection, harm, or injury.
Maintain detailed reports and records and direct care according to the patient's age, developmental stage, presenting complaint, and history.
Maintain cooperative working relationships with physicians, departments, staff, patients, and visitors.
Anticipate deteriorating vital-sign patterns or equipment malfunctions and take appropriate action.
Modify treatment plans according to patients' responses and conditions.
Collaborate with patient care team members on care plans and use consistent hand-off communication.
Conduct and coordinate patient care and transfers in accordance with EMTALA regulations, as applicable.
Perform department-specific functions and other assigned duties.