RN PRN

Universal Health Services • Mcallen, TX

92d

About The Position

The RN is responsible for managing patients admitted or being seen for medical conditions or surgical procedures; performs the primary function of a professional nurse leader in assessing, planning, guiding, and evaluating nursing care provided to patients. The RN provides safe, competent nursing care for patients in accordance with facility policies, standards, and philosophy. Provides professional leadership and support to the healthcare team. The concepts of Patient Centered Care will provide the foundation for all nursing care. Assessments related to specific conditions, therapies and interventions are required. The RN shall oversee and guide nursing employees that are under their supervision. Responsible for interaction with hospital staff and/or ancillary departments regarding patient care, concerns, and conflicts with identification and assistance in resolutions. May be occasions when it will be necessary to work weekends, holidays, evenings, nights, and/or on-call/call-back status. Demonstrates Service Excellence standards at all times.

Requirements

• Prefer one year full time or three years part time experience in acute care setting.
• Registered Nurse currently licensed in the State of Texas, or part of a compact state license, or has a valid temporary RN license for the State of Texas.
• Must possess an Associate Degree, Baccalaureate Degree or Diploma from a School of Nursing or University.
• Must have and maintain BLS certification.
• Must have and maintain current certifications according to unit specific needs.

Nice To Haves

• BSN preferred.
• ACLS certification if required in unit.

Responsibilities

• Manage patients admitted or being seen for medical conditions or surgical procedures.
• Assess, plan, guide, and evaluate nursing care provided to patients.
• Provide safe, competent nursing care in accordance with facility policies and standards.
• Provide professional leadership and support to the healthcare team.
• Oversee and guide nursing employees under their supervision.
• Interact with hospital staff and ancillary departments regarding patient care.
• Assist in resolving patient care concerns and conflicts.
• Work weekends, holidays, evenings, nights, and/or on-call/call-back status as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees