Methodist Richardson-February 2027- Nurse Resident

Methodist Health System; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Richardson Medical Center in Richardson, TX, offers a Staff Nurse Resident program delivering hands-on patient care experience in a fast-paced, technical setting with mentorship and structured rotations. Nurses work within a multidisciplinary team to provide patient-centered care and professional growth.

RN residents can expect a full-time schedule (minimum 36 hours per week) and a supportive environment designed for transition from learner to practicing professional within the

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing; BSN preferred
• Current license to practice professional nursing in the state of Texas by the beginning of the residency required
• Current Basic Life Support Certification
• Residency is open to new graduate nurses or experienced RNs with less than one year experience
• Additional Certification as required by Department

Responsibilities

• Adheres to hospital standards to promote a cooperative work environment through communication and teamwork
• Directs and supervises other assigned team members and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams
• Provides age/developmentally appropriate care using the nursing process
• Ensures safe, therapeutic environment and accurate documentation
• Participates in nurse residency activities and preceptor-led rotations

Skills

Nursing knowledge

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Texas nursing license

Accredited nursing program

BSN preferred

Job description

Hours of Work

36

Days Of Week

3

Job Description

Job Family

Nursing

Job Title

STAFF NURSE RESIDENT – 0818

Reports To

• Nurse Manager
• All Staff Nurses have a reporting relationship (direct or indirect) with the CNO.

Job Summary

Required to report to work

Category B: Employee with Patient Care Impact

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Job Purpose

In this highly technical, fast-paced, and challenging nursing position, you'll work with multidisciplinary team members to provide our patients the best care You’ll be at the heart of our patient-centered care, valued for your compassion as you continually strive to improve the patient experience. With clear communication and dedication to building relationships that promote a collaborative environment, you’ll be accountable for your performance and empowered to take the initiative for your professional growth — while being engaged and eager to build a winning team.

Registered Nurse (RN) renders highly professional and technical nursing care to assigned patients. The RN provides direct and indirect patient care using the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation). The RN directs and supervises other assigned team members and collaborates with multidisciplinary team members to provide age/developmentally appropriate care in accordance with unit standards of care.

Supports the mission, vision, values and strategic goals of Methodist Health System.

Job Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing; BSN preferred
• Current license to practice professional nursing in the state of Texas by the beginning of the residency required
• Current Basic Life Support Certification
• Residency is open to new graduate nurses or experienced RNs with less than one year experience
• Additional Certification as required by Department

Related Work Experience and Other Skills

• Knowledgeable about hospital policies, procedures, and nursing care standards and utilizes these when providing nursing care
• Works with confidential material

Job Description Addendum for Nurse Residents

• Nurse Residents will be required to sign a Nurse Resident Program commitment which details the expectations for the residency program.
• Residents are required to attend ALL classes and be able to follow the schedule of their assigned preceptors throughout the entire clinical rotation of the residency program.
• A full-time, minimum of 36 hours per week schedule must be maintained throughout the first year of the residency program. Time off requests during the precepted portion of the residency may not be granted.

Job Roles

• Adheres to the general hospital standards to promote a cooperative work environment by utilizing communication skills, interpersonal relationships and team building.
• Assumes responsibility for the nursing components of the patient/family/significant other educational process.
• Communicates to the team, co-workers, patients, and family members evaluates understanding of informational manner.
• Creates and maintains a safe and therapeutic environment for patients, self, co-workers, and facility.
• Ensures complete, accurate, and timely written communication of patient information.
• Provides a therapeutic environment through safe, accurate, and timely medication and IV administration.
• Takes personal responsibility and initiative for performance and for professional growth and development.
• Utilizes the nursing process to ensure quality patient care is provided throughout the episode of care.
• Other duties as assigned

About Methodist Richardson Medical Center

Methodist Richardson Medical Center is a 443-bed, full-service, acute care hospital that serves Richardson, Garland, Plano, and surrounding areas in Dallas and Collin counties. We are a Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center as well as the nation’s first hospital to receive the Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Pancreatic/Hepatic/Biliary Cancer Certification. We also provide services at Methodist Richardson Medical Center – Campus for Continuing Care, which include a behavioral health and addiction recovery unit, inpatient rehabilitation, long-term acute care, and more. We strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we’ve earned:

Hospital Accolades

• Magnet®-designated hospital
• 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Hospital Review, 2023
• Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold Designation, 2023
• Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly® Employer, 2023
• Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
• Level III Trauma Center