Night RN: ED Boarding Care & Inpatient Handoffs

Baylor Scott & White Health; Killeen (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health in Temple, TX is seeking a Boarder RN who provides inpatient-focused nursing care to admitted patients boarding in the ED while awaiting bed placement. This role emphasizes continuity of care, safety, and patient experience during transitions.

Responsibilities include assessments, medication administration, coordination with admitting services, and handoffs to inpatient units. ADN required; BSN preferred; TX RN license and BLS; 2+ years acute care experience

Qualifications

• RN license (Texas) required.
• ADN degree required; BSN preferred.
• BLS certification required; obtain within 30 days if not current.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to admitted ED-boarded patients awaiting inpatient bed placement.
• Perform assessments, administer medications, monitor patients, and document per inpatient standards.
• Coordinate care with admitting providers and interdisciplinary teams.
• Facilitate safe handoffs to receiving inpatient units.
• Maintain compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.

Skills

RN license

ACUTE CARE

Team collaboration

Education

ADN

BSN preferred

Job description

Baylor Scott & White Health in Temple, TX is seeking a Boarder RN who provides inpatient-focused nursing care to admitted patients boarding in the ED while awaiting bed placement. This role emphasizes continuity of care, safety, and patient experience during transitions.

Responsibilities include assessments, medication administration, coordination with admitting services, and handoffs to inpatient units. ADN required; BSN preferred; TX RN license and BLS; 2+ years acute care experience