RN Day Surgery

Baylor Scott & White Health; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO starting Day 1

Job summary

The Registered Nurse on Day Surgery at Baylor Scott & White Health (Plano) delivers patient care in a fast-paced surgical setting, following our nursing practice model. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to create and execute individualized care plans for pre and post-operative patients.

Ideal candidates have Day Surgery RN experience or at least 8 years of inpatient RN experience, strong IV skills, and the ability to manage priorities in a busy environment while upholding safety

Qualifications

• Day Surgery RN experience preferred or a min of 8 years of in patient RN experience required.
• Strong IV skills and ability to work in a busy fast paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize needs and contribute to care plans.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to deliver patient care.
• Ensure safe and compassionate patient care in a fast-paced setting.

Skills

RN

IV skills

Team communication

Education

Registered Nurse License

Tools

EMR

Job description

Location/Facility

Baylor Scott and White (Plano) For more information on the facility, please click our Locations link.

Specialty/Department/Practice –

Day Surgery

Shift/Schedule

FT Days-4 10hr. shifts per week 6:00-4:30

Requirement-

Day Surgery RN experience preferred or a min of 8 years of in patient RN experience required. Strong IV skills and ability to work in a busy fast paced, environment

Day Surgery

Are you looking to increase your knowledge base? Are you seeking a place that fosters an environment of dynamiclearning, mentoring, and supporting each team member.Are you looking to build on your skills as a nurse to be in a state-of-the-art facility?

Patient Population

Surgical, procedural patients. Pre and Post GI and IR patients, ortho, breast reconstruction, GYN, urology, colorectal

Patient Ratio

1:4. Typical census 30-35 patients per day.

Number of Rooms

31

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values Are

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse on Unit is a key player in patient care management, following our nursing practice model. They work with other health care staff to deliver patient care effectively. Our Registered Nurses use the nursing process efficiently. They diagnose patient responses to health issues and create care plans accordingly. It includes evaluating healthcare needs and responses.

Essential Functions Of The Role

• Prioritize needs. Create, implement, and assess care plan to achieve outcomes. Adapt plan as necessary.
• Observe indicators closely, support evidence-based changes with research and hands-on learning.
• Create a caring, safe environment for patients, families, and staff.
• Build relationships with boundaries in mind. Focus on managing emotional and physical pain to promote healing and reduce suffering.
• Facilitate learning for all members of the healthcare team, including patients, families, and nursing staff, ensuring everyone is well-informed.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues and the community to develop and execute an integrated plan of care.
• Use problem-solving strategies and utilize available resources to support patients, family and staff as part of a systems thinking approach.

Key Success Factors

• Familiarity with nursing and patient care standards and procedures.
• Awareness of legal requirements and standards of certification and accreditation bodies, including the specifics of the hospital and respective department/unit.
• Good command of medical terminology, with a focus on healthcare promotion, risk reduction, and disease prevention.
• Effective communication skills, along with social aptitude for interacting with diverse stakeholders.
• Possessing critical thinking and problem-solving skills is crucial.
• Capability to identify and report changes in patient conditions, develop, and modify patient care plans as required.
• Basic computer skills necessary for day-to-day assignments.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Qualifications

• Accredited program
• Day Surgery RN experience preferred or a min of 8 years of in patient RN experience required. Strong IV skills and ability to work in a busy fast paced, environment
• A major focus or specialization in Nursing.
• Ideally, some relevant professional experience, though less than a (1) one year would suffice.
• Registered Nurse (RN)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or obtain within (30) thirty days of hire or transfer.