ER RN – Night PRN: Critical Care Impact

AdventHealth; Killeen (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

AdventHealth in Killeen, Texas, is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for PRN night shifts in a busy acute hospital setting. You will conduct comprehensive patient assessments, develop care plans, and administer medications with emphasis on safety and evidence-based practice.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of acute care nursing, an RN license (BLS required, TNCC preferred), and an associate degree (BSN preferred).

Qualifications

• Must be able to use a high level of abstract reasoning to assess patient, evaluate interventions, and revise plan of care according to patient outcomes.
• Basic computer skills – must be able to navigate Microsoft windows based programs.
• Must be fluent in English (read, verbal and written skills).

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates critical thinking skills appropriate to patient’s level of care.
• Collects and documents patient health data systematically and timely.
• Conducts thorough, ongoing assessments of patients, analyzes assessment data and develops individualized, evidence-based plans of care to optimize outcomes in alignment with interdisciplinary goals.
• Implements interventions from the plan of care safely, timely, and appropriately, documenting actions taken.
• Collaborates and promotes timely patient placement by following hospital policy for patient admission, discharge, and transfer.
• Participates in peer interviewing and peer review processes as needed.
• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, physicians, and staff, maintaining professional relationships and promoting a positive environment.
• Educates patients and families on health conditions, procedures, and care plans, ensuring understanding and compliance based on assessed learning needs.
• Maintains compliance with regulatory standards and organizational policies, ensuring legal and ethical practice.
• Participates in initiatives related to quality, safety, effectiveness, efficiency, and impact on practice in the delivery of nursing services.
• Serves as a patient advocate, ensuring patient rights and needs are respected and addressed.
• Ensures the appropriate use and stewardship of medical supplies and equipment to support patient safety and operational efficiency.
• Ensures safe and effective handoff communication and documentation.
• Follows CDC isolation guidelines, demonstrates appropriate use of PPE, performs hand hygiene according to policy, and enforces safety regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Critical thinking

Data collection

Communication

Patient education

Compliance

Quality & safety

Advocacy

Education

Associate's of Nursing

Bachelor's of Nursing

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Job description

AdventHealth in Killeen, Texas, is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for PRN night shifts in a busy acute hospital setting. You will conduct comprehensive patient assessments, develop care plans, and administer medications with emphasis on safety and evidence-based practice.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of acute care nursing, an RN license (BLS required, TNCC preferred), and an associate degree (BSN preferred).