Description

Facility: Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Taylor

Shift/Status: Full Time, 36 hrs/wk

Schedule: 7:00p - 7:00a

Emergency Department

Patient Population: Pediatric, Adult, Geriatric - critical access facility

*# of beds: 12 rooms, 1 trauma bay

Patient Ratios: 4:1

About the Facility*

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Taylor is a 25-bed critical access hospital, providing medical and surgical care, delivered by a team of medical experts, with resources including skilled nursing.

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Taylor has achieved Magnet recognition for its nursing professionalism, teamwork and superiority in patient care. The American Nurses Credentialing Center's Magnet Recognition Program® distinguishes organizations that meet rigorous standards for nursing excellence. Magnet recognition is the gold standard for nursing excellence and identifies healthcare organizations that provide the very best in nursing care and professionalism in nursing practice.

Why Baylor Scott & White Health

At Baylor Scott & White Health, we empower each other to create healthier communities and deliver safe and high-quality care across the state of Texas. With more than 52 hospitals, 800 access points, a quality health plan and an award-winning research institute , you'll enjoy endless opportunities to make your mark on the future of healthcare. At Baylor Scott and White Health, you'll be joining a team that's committed to better. Because better never settles. And neither should you.

As the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas and one of the largest in the United States, Baylor Scott & White Health has the resources to offer a variety of career opportunities to meet your personal and professional goals.

The Baylor Scott & White Health nursing team challenges each other to innovate, to constantly raise the bar and to never settle. Every day, our diverse group of team members bring unique talents, a passion for innovation and a deep Commitment to those we serve.

Consider a career move to Baylor Scott & White and join our exceptional nursing team committed to something better.

About Us Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values are:

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.

• We never settle by constantly striving for better.

• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.

• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• 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

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary As a Registered Nurse, oversee patient care using a professional practice model. Responsibilities include patient assessment, recognizing health issues, creating care plans, and assessing patient responses. Secure patient travel. Know about patient needs in healthcare. Help patients and prevent issues. Follow the Texas Nursing Practice Act and delegate tasks based on condition and team competencies.

Essential Functions of the Role

• As an RN, conduct detailed clinical assessments and prioritize patient and family needs. Create, implement, and evaluate care plans. Adjust plans to reach desired outcomes.

• Building relationships, managing discomfort, staying professional are vital in therapeutic connections with patients and families.

• Creating care plans reflecting values aids in resolving issues.

• You will help educate patients, families, nurses, and community members. Empower them with knowledge for better healthcare choices. Assess and document learning needs regularly.

• Work with colleagues and community to create a care plan. Delegate tasks carefully and follow up promptly.

• You'll use different strategies for problem-solving with patients, families, and staff. Recognize limitations and prioritize safety, effectiveness, and efficiency in patient care planning and delivery.

• Achieve goals through teamwork, recognize contributions, commit to growth. Contribute to peers' development, show community service commitment.

Key Success Factors

• A deep understanding of nursing and patient care standards, as well as procedures.

• Know nursing laws, rules, standards, and guidelines in your area. Understand hospital procedures and rules.

• Proficiency in medical terms, focusing on health, disease prevention, management, common meds, and their side effects.

• Respect for medical and professional nursing ethics and patient privacy rights.

• Exceptional communication skills, allowing for clear expression of thoughts both verbally and in writing.

• Positive social skills to facilitate interactions with a diverse range of parties.

• Excellent problem-solving capabilities, driving effective critical thinking.

• Basic computer skills, encompassing areas such as Microsoft Office, information security, scheduling and payroll systems, electronic medical documentation, and email.

Belonging Statement We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Qualifications

• Grad of an Accredited Program

• Specialized field of study should be nursing.

• RN license.

• Must have BLS certification or get it within 30 days of starting in this role.