Registered Nurse - PT - Nights - Labor and Delivery

Methodist Health System; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Methodist Health System is seeking a Staff Nurse (RN) for a 24-hour-per-week night shift, located in the Dallas area. The role requires graduation from an accredited nursing program with a Texas RN license and BLS certification, with BSN preferred.

Ideal candidates will have at least 12 months of Labor & Delivery RN experience or completion of a Nurse Residency Program, and will work within a multidisciplinary team to provide patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.
• Current license to practice professional nursing in the state of Texas.
• Current Basic Life Support Certification.
• Additional certifications as required by department.
• Minimum 12 months L&D RN experience or completion of Nurse Residency Program.

Responsibilities

• Communicate clearly and openly with the team and patients.
• Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment.
• Be accountable for your performance and patient outcomes.
• Always look for ways to improve the patient experience and safety.

Education

RN license Texas

BSN preferred

Job description

Hours of Work : 24 hours a week 7p-7a

Days Of Week : variable

Work Shift :

Job Description :

Job Family:

Nursing

Job Title:

STAFF NURSE - 0635

Reports To:

Nurse Manager

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

Inclement Weather Status:

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 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. Provides direct and indirect patient care using the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation). 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 of an accredited school of professional nursing. BSN Preferred
Current license to practice professional nursing in the state of Texas
Current Basic Life Support Certification
Additional certifications 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.

Work experience: Minimum 12 months L&D RN experience or completion of Nurse Residency Program

Works with confidential material

Job Responsibilities:
Communicate clearly and openly
Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment
Be accountable for your performance
Always look for ways to improve the patient experience
Take initiative for your professional growth
Be engaged and eager to build a winning team

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 processes.
Communicates to the team, co-workers, patients, and family members and evaluates understanding of informational manner.
Creates and maintains a safe and therapeutic environment for patients, self, coworkers, 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

Age‑Specific Care Considerations:

Vary Based On Specialty

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Physical Factors (% of Time):
20 - Standing Stationary
60 - Standing/Moving About
15 – Sitting
2 – Climbing
20 - Bending (stooping/crouching)
2 – Kneeling
1 – Crawling
30 – Reaching
90 – Handling
90 – Talking
0 - Driving
15 – Smelling
Hearing (% of Time):
100 - Normal Noise Level
0 - Occasional Loud Noise
0 - Constant/Very Loud Noise
0 - Constant Low Level Noise
Hazardous Conditions (% of Time):
5 - Respiratory Irritants
50 - Skin Irritants
50 - Allergic Irritants
50 - Wet Work – Hands
1 - Wet Work – Feed
0 - Operation of Heavy Equipment
0 - Climbing of Ladders
0 - Working in High Places
50-75 - Use of Electrical Equipment
25-50 - Use of Sharp Utensils
80 - Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids
Carrying (% of Time):
50 - Up to 10 Lbs
Lbs
Lbs
Lbs
0 - 100+ Lbs
Lifting (% of Time):
45 - Up to 10 Lbs
Lbs
Lbs
Lbs
0 - 100+ Lbs
Push/Pull (% of Time):
10 - Up to 10 Lbs.
Lbs
Lbs
Lbs
10 - 100+ Lbs
Visual Demands (Yes or No):
Yes/No - Vision Essential
Yes/No - Vision Not Essential
Environmental Demands (% of Time):
100 – Indoor
0 – Outdoor
0 - Hot Environment
0 - Cold Environment
Other (% of Time):
10 - Visual Strain

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:

• 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