Registered Nurse (RN) - CVU

Tenet; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 68,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Baptist Hospital in San Antonio, TX is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide care for a designated group of patients under minimal supervision. You will complete required competencies during the introductory period and participate in improving patient outcomes.

The role emphasizes accurate assessment, timely response to changes in condition, care documentation, patient education, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to support discharge planning and ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Active RN license and current healthcare provider BLS.
• Proficient in use of computer software including electronic patient records.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient, family and significant others and plan care.
• Recognize changes in patient condition and coordinate care.
• Document all plans and care provided.
• Educate patients and families using various materials.
• Delegate to licensed/unlicensed staff and coordinate workflow.
• Calculate and administer medications.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team in planning patient care.
• Participate in discharge planning and patient education.
• Maintain professional standards and participate in staff activities.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient assessment

Documentation

Education & counseling

Team collaboration

Medication administration

Education

Graduate of accredited nursing program

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

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.

JOB 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
• 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
• Participates in discharge planning; provides instruction to patient/family
• Maintains and promotes professional standards and development by participating in inservices, committees, staff meetings

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• MINIMUM EDUCATION: Graduate of accredited school of nursing
• PREFERRED EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree
• MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: Proficient in use of computer software to include electronic patient records
• REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: Possession of current Nurse Permit
• PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE:
• 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.
• ACLS/TNCC, PALS/ENPC, NRP, S.T.A.B.L.E., Fetal Monitoring, and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention are required depending on department hired.
• *See applicable STAFF RN job description for requirements and grace periods.

ABOUT US

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. 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

ABOUT THE TEAM

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.