RN Emergency Room Days

Baylor Scott & White Health; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 78,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

401(k) with match

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off from Day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Memorial Hospital in Temple, TX is seeking an experienced Emergency Room Registered Nurse for day shift in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment. You will oversee patient care, perform assessments, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure exceptional patient outcomes.

This full-time role offers opportunities for professional growth, shared governance involvement, and participation in quality improvement initiatives within a Level I Trauma Center.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an Accredited RN program.
• RN license is required.
• 1 year ER nursing experience is required.
• BLS certification required or obtained within 30 days of starting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed clinical assessments and prioritize patient and family needs.
• Create, implement, and evaluate care plans for patients in the ER.
• Educate patients, families, and staff; document learning needs.
• Delegate tasks to the care team based on patient condition and competencies.

Skills

ER nursing

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

RN license

Accredited RN program

Job description

Emergency Room Registered Nurse (RN) – Day Shift

Baylor Scott & White Memorial Hospital – Temple, Texas

Full Time | 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM | 36 Hours per Week

Join one of the most respected Emergency Departments in Texas at Baylor Scott & White Memorial Hospital in Temple, a 636-bed specialty care teaching hospital and the only Level I Trauma Center between Dallas and Austin.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced Emergency Room RN seeking a fast-paced, team-focused environment where professional growth, advanced clinical practice, and exceptional patient care are prioritized.

Why Join Our Emergency Department?

• Level I Trauma Center
• Certified Chest Pain and Stroke Center
• Approximately 220 patient visits per day
• 50 exam rooms and 6 trauma bays
• Collaborative multidisciplinary team environment
• Opportunities for Shared Governance, quality improvement projects, and leadership involvement

Unit Highlights

Our Emergency Department Provides Care For a Diverse Patient Population, Primarily Adults With Occasional Pediatric Patients. Registered Nurses Are Highly Skilled In

• Stroke activations
• STEMI activations
• Trauma care
• Emergency stabilization and intervention
• Evidence-based emergency nursing practices

Success in our department is built on teamwork. RNs work closely with Emergency Department physicians, advanced practice providers, social workers, registration teams, and support staff to ensure an exceptional patient experience.

What You’ll Love About This Role

• Work in a high-acuity, high-volume Emergency Department
• Develop advanced critical thinking and time-management skills
• Gain experience in trauma, stroke, and cardiac emergency care
• Participate in department committees and shared governance councils
• Contribute to initiatives focused on making emergency care better for everyone
• Be part of a supportive team where every voice matters

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

As a Registered Nurse, oversee patient care using a professional practice model. Responsibilities include patient assessment, recognizing health issues, creating care plans, and assessing patient responses. Secure patient travel. Know about patient needs in healthcare. Help patients and prevent issues. Follow the Texas Nursing Practice Act and delegate tasks based on condition and team competencies.

Essential Functions Of The Role

• As an RN, conduct detailed clinical assessments and prioritize patient and family needs. Create, implement, and evaluate care plans. Adjust plans to reach desired outcomes.
• Building relationships, managing discomfort, staying professional are vital in therapeutic connections with patients and families.
• Creating care plans reflecting values aids in resolving issues.
• You will help educate patients, families, nurses, and community members. Empower them with knowledge for better healthcare choices. Assess and document learning needs regularly.
• Work with colleagues and community to create a care plan. Delegate tasks carefully and follow up promptly.
• You’ll use different strategies for problem-solving with patients, families, and staff. Recognize limitations and prioritize safety, effectiveness, and efficiency in patient care planning and delivery.

Key Success Factors

• A deep understanding of nursing and patient care standards, as well as procedures.
• Know nursing laws, rules, standards, and guidelines in your area. Understand hospital procedures and rules.
• Proficiency in medical terms, focusing on health, disease prevention, management, common meds, and their side effects.
• Respect for medical and professional nursing ethics and patient privacy rights.
• Exceptional communication skills, allowing for clear expression of thoughts both verbally and in writing.
• Positive social skills to facilitate interactions with a diverse range of parties.
• Excellent problem-solving capabilities, driving effective critical thinking.
• Basic computer skills, encompassing areas such as Microsoft Office, information security, scheduling and payroll systems, electronic medical documentation, and email.

Belonging Statement

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

Qualifications

• Grad of an Accredited RN Program
• Specialized field of study should be nursing.
• RN license.
• Must have BLS certification or get it within 30 days of starting in this role.
• 1 Year of ER Nurse experience required