New Grad Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU

Baptist Health System; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life保险

401(k) with employer match

Generous paid time off

Career development and continuing教育

Health savings accounts/HSA & flexible

Employee Assistance program

Employee discount program

Voluntary benefits incl. pet insurance

Job summary

Baptist Health System is seeking a Registered Nurse at Northeast Baptist Hospital to provide compassionate nursing care under minimal supervision, matching patient needs with the nurse’s competencies and supporting ongoing professional growth.

This position may qualify for a sign-on bonus and offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, generous PTO, career development and continuing education opportunities, HSAs/FSAs,

Qualifications

• MINIMUM EDUCATION: Graduate of accredited school of nursing.
• PREFERRED EDUCATION: Bachelors Degree
• MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: None
• PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Two years in acute care.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patient health problems and initiates a plan for patient care.
• Implements and evaluates interventions; reassesses patient needs continuously.
• Calculates and administers medications.
• Coordinates and collaborates with multidisciplinary team members in planning and management of patient care.
• Participates in discharge planning and provides patient/family instruction.

Job description

Overview

Join our dedicated healthcare team where compassion meets innovation! As a Registered Nurse with us, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives while enjoying a supportive work environment that fosters professional growth and work-life balance. Ready to be a vital part of our mission? Apply today and bring your passion for nursing to a place where it truly matters!

At Northeast Baptist Hospital, We Understand That Our Greatest Asset Is Our Dedicated Team Of Professionals. That’s Why We Offer More Than a Job – We Provide a Comprehensive Benefit Package That Prioritizes Your Health, Professional Development, And Work-life Balance. The Available Plans And Programs Include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

This position may qualify for a sign-on bonus. Under minimal supervision, provides nursing care for a group of patients assigned to the nurse based on matching the patients’ needs with the nurse’ competencies. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Assesses human responses and adaptation to actual or potential health problems of the patient, family and/or significant other
• Institutes and initiates a plan for patient care based on the initial assessment; implements and continuously evaluates interventions; reassesses patient needs on an on-going basis
• Recognizes changing patient condition and utilizes unit resources, chain of command and Rapid Response Team (RRT) in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Assimilates and prioritizes information sources to take immediate and decisive patient-focused action
• Supports and maintains the physiologic stability of patients
• Responds with confidence and adapts to rapid changing patient conditions
• Documents all plans and care provided
• Identifies need for education of patient, family and/or significant other and provides education through individualized instruction, the use of written materials and/or other available resources
• Assigns nursing care to licensed staff, delegates nursing care to unlicensed staff and coordinates the flow of work
• Calculates and administers medications
• Coordinates and collaborates with multidisciplinary team members in the planning and management of patient care
• Responds to the unique needs of patients and families coping with unanticipated treatment, quality of life, and end-of-life decisions
• Monitors and allocates critical care services, recognizing the fiduciary role of nurses working in a resource intensive environment
• Participates in discharge planning; provides instruction to patient/family
• Maintains and promotes professional standards and development by participating in inservices, committees and staff meetings
• Serves as a role model for compassionate care and service excellence and commits to Studer Principles and “must haves”
• Facilitates patient movement within the department and through the facility, proactively managing patient admissions, discharges and transfers
• Manages patient hand-offs at shift change and between department and facilities; utilizes documentation tools for hand-offs as required
• Provides every patient the defined standard of care (ie; core measures, chest pain protocol)
• Utilizes resources efficiently and effectively
• Maintains safe environment
• Addresses patient population-specific needs
• Participates in Performance Improvement needs

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION: Graduate of accredited school of nursing.

PREFERRED EDUCATION: Bachelors Degree

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: None

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Two years in acute care. Previous clinical nursing experience in med/surg, telemetry or ICU

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: Possession of current Texas State License for Registered Nurse

REQUIRED COURSES/COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR):

• Must have active healthcare provider Basic Life Support on hire (ARC or AHA); however, must have AHA Healthcare Provider BLS within 60 days of hire.
• AHA ACLS must be completed within 60 days of hire or transfer into role (ADULT CRITICAL CARE, TELEMETRY, INTERIM CRITICAL CARE UNITS). *Should be completed before the end of the orientation period
• AHA PALS must be completed within 60 days of hire or transfer into role (PEDI ICU) *Should be completed before the end of the orientation period
• AHA NRP must be completed within 60 days of hire or transfer into role (NICU).
• S.T.A.B.L.E. for NICU- Level 2 Nursery-Must provide proof of prior completion or obtain within 6 months of hire or transfer date into unit (Renewal is not required).

Organization Description

Baptist Health System has more than 120 years history of caring for our community and making a positive difference. Our system of care includes six full-service hospitals, a specialized childrens hospital with a dedicated pediatric emergency unit, a comprehensive cancer care network, fitness and rehabilitation centers, a physician network, imaging centers, ambulatory services and the Baptist School of Health Professions. Wherever you go in the Baptist Health System, youll find that we have the same goal to help people achieve health for life through compassionate service inspired by faith. Join our team!

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