Pulmonary Telemetry RN — Critical Care with Real Impact

CommonSpirit Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center in Houston is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide compassionate, high-quality care that supports patient well-being and recovery. You will perform assessments and implement individualized care plans within an interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal outcomes.

In this fast-paced environment, you will apply critical thinking and a patient-first mindset to ensure safety and excellence, while advancing your nursing career through ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
• At least one year of RN experience, upon hire.
• Registered Nurse: TX, upon hire.
• Basic Life Support - CPR, within 14 days.
• Demonstrated competence in Registered Nurse I performance expectations or meets experience requirements upon hire.

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.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center in Houston is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide compassionate, high-quality care that supports patient well-being and recovery. You will perform assessments and implement individualized care plans within an interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal outcomes.

In this fast-paced environment, you will apply critical thinking and a patient-first mindset to ensure safety and excellence, while advancing your nursing career through ongoing professional growth.