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Posted: 23-Jan-25
Location: Plano, Texas
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Internal Number: 25001096
The Baylor Heart Hospital Plano
RN Day Surgery
Patient Population:?Heart, Lung, and Vascular
Number of Beds: 28
Department Specifics: Unit is open from 5:00AM -9:30PM, Monday through Friday.
Shift: Full-time days, 3/12 hour shifts 9:00 AM -9:30 PM
Experience Required: Must have three (3) years of experience as RN. With previous experience in Cardiovascular PCU and Cardiac Acute Care/ICU. Must have experience in recovering Cardio-Thoracic and Vascular Surgeries. As well as recovering EP Lab procedures.
About Us
At Baylor Scott & White Health, we support everyone's well-being. It is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas. They encourage 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 competitive benefits package empowers you to live well and provides:
- Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits
- Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%
- Debt-free tuition assistance, offering access
to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more - Immediate access to time off benefits
At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority.
Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level
Job Summary
As a Procedural Registered Nurse, you will work as a licensed professional and use the nursing practice model to oversee patient care by the healthcare team. Your responsibilities will involve assessing patients, identifying nursing diagnoses for health issues, and developing personalized care plans. You will also assess patient responses regularly. Your contributions will help patients navigate healthcare safely by understanding their needs and the healthcare system. This will prevent complications and delays. Delegating tasks to other staff will be based on Texas nursing laws, patient conditions, and staff skills.
What You'll Do
- As a Procedural Registered Nurse, your main focus is to use careful clinical judgement. You'll assess patients and prioritize their needs. You'll also create and adjust care plans for better results.
- You will assess your nursing practices to ensure quality and effectiveness. This may involve tracking indicators, making changes based on research, and participating in quality improvement initiatives.
- You'll help teach patients and staff. Education will be integrated into care at all levels.
- In systems thinking, you will use strategies and resources to solve problems for patients, families, and staff.
- Finally, your professionalism enhances nursing practice and work environment. Contribute to decision-making, recognize others' contributions meaningfully.
What Will Make You Successful In The Role
- Having an in-depth understanding of nursing as well as patient care standards and procedures is crucial.
- Understanding legal, regulatory, and professional standards, as well as certification and accreditation requirements, is important in every profession. Familiarity with departmental policies is also vital.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills are of utmost importance.
- A knack for addressing problems with critical thinking is essential.
- It is necessary to monitor patients' health and communicate changes efficiently to nursing staff and healthcare providers.
- Lastly, giving top-notch, patient-centered care that honors patient diversity is essential. It involves using the nursing process and following nursing standards.
- We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
Belonging Statement
We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve.
Qualifications
- Accredited program or (2) two years minimum, required for this position.
- A major focus or specialization in Nursing.
- Ideally, some relevant professional experience, though less than a (1) one year would suffice.
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) or obtain within (30) thirty days of hire or transfer.