Post-Surgical Telemetry RN — Orthopedics & Spine Focus

United Surgical Partners International, Inc; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

North Central Surgical Center in Dallas, TX, affiliated with Baylor Scott & White, is seeking a PRN Post Surgical/Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Post-Surgical Unit.

The RN provides comprehensive nursing care to post-surgical and telemetry patients, implements physician orders, documents in the EHR, educates families, and participates in safety and quality initiatives in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited RN program.
• Current Texas RN License.
• Current BLS certification.
• ACLS certification must be obtained within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care within the RN scope of practice, adhering to hospital policies and procedures.
• Implement physician orders, administer and document medications safely, and provide nursing interventions as necessary, in accordance with standards of practice.
• Perform accurate, timely documentation in the electronic health record to reflect the patient’s condition and treatment and correct patient admit/discharge/transfer status.
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes.
• Provide education to patients and their families about care and expectations.
• Adhere to hospital policies and procedures related to safety, infection control, and National Patient Safety Goals.
• Maintain professionalism and a positive attitude in all interactions with staff, patients, and families.
• Utilizes email and computer systems (including EHR) to manage staff communication, coordinate patient care, document performance, and ensure patient workflow.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

RN experience

Telemetry

Critical care experience

Orthopedics/spine exposure

Education

Graduate of an accredited RN program

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

North Central Surgical Center in Dallas, TX, affiliated with Baylor Scott & White, is seeking a PRN Post Surgical/Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Post-Surgical Unit.

The RN provides comprehensive nursing care to post-surgical and telemetry patients, implements physician orders, documents in the EHR, educates families, and participates in safety and quality initiatives in a fast-paced hospital setting.