General Surgery RN — Relocation Support & Patient Care

CommonSpirit Health Philanthropy; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance up to $10,000

Job summary

Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center in Houston seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) to deliver compassionate, high-quality care and support patient recovery. You will perform comprehensive assessments, implement care plans, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal outcomes.

The role requires critical thinking, strong communication, and a patient-centered approach in a fast-paced environment. Relocation assistance up to $10,000 is available for eligible new hires.

Qualifications

• BSN degree required.
• At least 1 year RN experience required.
• Texas RN license required.
• BLS CPR certification required.
• Demonstrated competence in RN I performance expectations or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Patient Assessment & Care: Conducts comprehensive assessments, provides holistic nursing care, and notifies physicians of significant changes.
• Care Planning & Coordination: Develops, directs, and evaluates individualized care plans, including patient/family education and discharge planning, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
• Treatment Implementation: Prepares patients for procedures, implements physician orders, and ensures patient safety protocols, including medication administration.
• Ongoing Evaluation & Adjustment: Regularly reassesses patient responses to interventions, adapts care to changing needs, and communicates with physicians for modifications.
• Effective Communication & Handoffs: Utilizes Bedside Shift Report, provides thorough patient updates, and delegates tasks for seamless care transitions.
• Safety & Quality Assurance: Maintains a safe patient and work environment, promptly addresses hazards, and actively contributes to quality and patient satisfaction initiatives.

Skills

Assessment

Critical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Discharge planning

Medication administration

Patient-centered care

Education

BSN

Texas RN License

Job description

Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center in Houston seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) to deliver compassionate, high-quality care and support patient recovery. You will perform comprehensive assessments, implement care plans, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal outcomes.

The role requires critical thinking, strong communication, and a patient-centered approach in a fast-paced environment. Relocation assistance up to $10,000 is available for eligible new hires.