RN PRN - Vascular Access

JPS Health Network•Fort Worth, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse II PRN assesses, plans, directs, implements, and assists in providing quality patient care for assigned patients. The role is committed to working a minimum number of shifts as specified in the RN PRN Workplan agreement. The nurse provides individualized care and education, monitors patient status, collaborates with patients and the care team on treatment plans, and documents care in accordance with applicable standards, policies, and procedures. The position is based at John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth, Texas, and the listed hours are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on the day shift.

Requirements

Nursing diploma from an accredited diploma program, or an associate degree or higher in nursing from an accredited school of professional nursing.
Current licensure by the Board of Nurse Examiners for the State of Texas, or proof of reciprocity between Texas and another state within 90 days.
At least 12 months of experience as a practicing Registered Nurse.
Current JPS-recognized CPR certification, maintained 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 patient care, including modifying nursing care, administering medications, and planning discharges.
Provide education tailored to individual patient needs using the nursing process and applicable policies and procedures.
Monitor and report changes in patient condition, record symptoms and vital signs, and intervene when appropriate.
Collect complete patient data, including 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 to address identified knowledge deficits, treatment, pain management, and discharge needs.
Accurately document in medical records and other required forms and computer systems, including appropriate orders, patient charges, and other information.
Deliver quality care using multidisciplinary team strategies and minimize risks of infection, harm, or injury.
Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records, and direct care with regard to age, developmental stage, presenting complaint, and pertinent history.
Maintain a cooperative working relationship with physicians, departments, staff, patients, and visitors.
Anticipate deteriorating vital-sign patterns or equipment malfunctions and take appropriate action.
Modify treatment plans based on patient 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 additional department-specific functions described in department procedures and other duties as assigned.
Work the minimum number of shifts required by the RN PRN Workplan agreement.