RN Float Pool FT Nights

Baylor Scott & White Health; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual Day 1

Health benefits

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Lake Pointe in Rowlett, TX is seeking an RN Float to coordinate care across units, following our nursing model. You will assess patients, plan care, and delegate tasks to the team while ensuring patient safety and smooth transitions.

The role requires a nursing degree from an accredited program, at least 1 year of Med-Surg experience, and BLS certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days).

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited nursing program.
• 1 year of Med Surg nursing experience required.
• Have BLS certification or obtain within 30 days of starting.

Responsibilities

• Focus on patient and family needs.
• Develop and adjust nursing care plans for desired outcomes.
• Create a safe place for patients, families, and staff; support emotional and physical comfort.
• Educate patients, families, and staff on care plans and health decisions.
• Evaluate and record learning progress and ensure smooth transitions between care settings.

Skills

Med Surg experience

Education

Nursing degree (accredited program)

BLS certification

Job description

Join Baylor Scott & White - Lake Pointe

Rowlett

Night Shift

7pm- 7am

Required experience:

1 year of Med Surg experience

Why Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Lake Pointe

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Lake Pointe in Rowlett, TX is a community-based hospital with all the benefits of an urban medical center due to the specialties we offer to the community which is uncommon for this size facility. We have an extremely large footprint of outpatient services in the community including physical medicine, wound care, sleep center, imaging, and two free-standing Emergency Departments. These outpatient services serve the communities of Rowlett, Forney, Wylie, and many more in the surrounding area.

Lake Pointe is licensed for 176 beds which include three medical surgical units, an intensive care unit, Labor & Delivery, New Family Unit, Antepartum, Neonatal Intensive Care, Surgical Services, Cardiac Cath Lab, Endoscopy, Interventional Radiology, and Emergency Department. The hospital carries multiple designations including Level III Trauma, Chest Pain Accreditation, Primary Stroke Accreditation, Maternal and Level III NICU. Nursing is on their journey towards Pathways to Excellence and will seek Magnet designation once they complete Pathways.

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 an RN Float, you are vital in healthcare, coordinating patient care based on our nursing model. You assess patients, plan personalized care, and evaluate responses to health issues. You keep patients safe by understanding their needs and the healthcare setting for smoother transitions. You delegate interventions to team members based on guidelines, patient condition, and team abilities. Your professionalism and experience help you make important recommendations that impact patient outcomes.

Essential Functions Of The Role

• Focus on patient and family needs.
• Develop and adjust nursing care plans for desired outcomes.
• You will create a safe place for patients, families, and staff. You will help with emotional and physical pain to aid healing.
• Embracing diversity in all its forms, you will incorporate the unique perspectives and requirements of patients into your care plans.
• Patients, families, staff, and community will be educated continuously.
• Evaluate and record learning progress.
• You'll work with team and community to implement care plan, delegate tasks as needed.
• You will solve problems efficiently, utilizing resources effectively and acknowledging their limitations.
• To elevate your practice, continually seek professional development opportunities and contribute to community service.

Key Success Factors

• You should have a thorough knowledge of nursing and patient care standards and procedures.
• It is essential for you to know relevant laws, rules, and regulations, including those for nursing care certifications and accreditations.
• You should be familiar with concepts such as health promotion, risk reduction, illness and disease prevention, and management.
• It is crucial for you to have effective communication skills, both spoken and written.
• Your critical thinking and problem-solving abilities will be vital in this role.
• Good grasp of general computer skills.

Belonging Statement

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

Qualifications

• You should have graduated from an accredited program in nursing
• 1 year of experience in Med Surg nursing is required.
• Have basic life support (BLS) certification or get it within 30 days of starting.