RN- CCU / ICU - North

Hendrick Health; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hendrick Health in Abilene, TX is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide direct patient care using the nursing process in a high-acuity setting. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to achieve optimal patient outcomes while upholding Texas nursing standards and patient safety.

The role covers adolescent and adult patients with critical illnesses or injuries. Requirements include BSN from an accredited program, RN license in Texas, CPR-BCLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale prior to

Qualifications

• BSN from an accredited nursing program.
• No prior work experience required.
• Active RN license in Texas; CPR-BCLS, ACLS, NIH Stroke Scale required before orientation.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care using the nursing process in a high-acuity setting.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
• Maintain professional standards and safety as mandated by the Texas Nurse Practice Act.
• Care for adolescent and adult patients with life-threatening conditions or injuries.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient care

Therapeutic equipment

Data entry

Confidential data

Education

BSN degree

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

Job Summary

Registered Nurses deliver care to patients utilizing the nursing process. Nurses collaborate with other professional disciplines to ensure effective patient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes. Nurses effectively interact with patient and significant others, while maintaining the standard of professional nursing. Registered Nurses provide direct and individualized nursing care to patients based on the application of scientific nursing principles. Due to the broad range of medical conditions they encounter, they must be well-versed in a large variety of health conditions. Registered Nurses have a professional obligation to participate in committee activities, surveys, and improvement initiatives. In addition, Registered Nurses must uphold the standards of the Texas Nurse Practice Act. Critical Care Registered Nurses provide care for adolescent and adult patients with life-threatening critical illnesses and injuries.

Job Requirements

Minimum Education

• Graduate of Accredited School of Nursing (BSN)

Minimum Work Experience

• No previous experience

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Registered Nurse
• CPR-BCLS (required before completion of orientation)
• Diagnostic & Support: ACLS (required before completion of orientation)
• NIH Stroke Scale (required before completion of orientation)

Required Skills, Knowledge, And Abilities

• Maintain professional appearance at all times.
• Ability to work with therapeutic equipment.
• Input data into computer programs.
• Knowledge of Nursing process and ability to deliver patient care based on standards of care.
• Ability to handle confidential information.

Designated Driver

• No

OSHA Category

• 1 - High Risk