RN ICU Days

Baylor Scott & White Health; Buda (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) savings plan

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Buda is seeking a Registered Nurse for a full-time, 3x12-hour day shift on a mixed acuity unit. The role involves patient assessment, care planning, and coordination with a multidisciplinary team to deliver exceptional patient care.

Ideal candidates have ICU experience and are willing to take med/surg, tele, or IMC assignments as needed. Benefits include health coverage, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and PTO from Day 1.

Qualifications

• Grad of an Accredited Nursing Program.
• RN license in good standing.
• BLS certification required or obtained within 30 days of start.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed patient assessments and develop care plans.
• Monitor patient progress and respond to changes in condition.
• Educate patients and families about care plans and discharge needs.
• Coordinate with healthcare team to ensure safe and effective care.
• Document care and communication in the electronic medical record.
• Delegated tasks per patient condition and team competencies.

Skills

ICU experience

Clinical assessment

Communication

Education

RN license

Tools

EMR / Electronic Medical Records

Job description

Facility: Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Buda

Shift/Status: Full-time, 3x12's

Schedule: Day Shift (7am - 7pm)

Main Nursing Unit

Patient Population: Medical Surgical, Orthopedics, Intermediate Care, Critical Care

# of beds: 15

Patient Ratios: Med Surg/Tele - 1:4/5, Progressive Care/Intermediate Care - 1:3, Intensive Care - 1:2

*This is a mixed acuity unit. Ideal candidates must have ICU experience and must be willing to take med/surg, tele, or IMC assignments as needed by the department.

About the Facility

Baylor Scott & White - Buda is a full-service hospital, providing a wide network of medical expertise and resources. This facility has received recognition for its nursing professionalism, teamwork, and superiority in patient care.

Baylor Scott & White - Buda features a 15-bed Main Nursing Unit which is a blended unit with three levels of acuity and operates from a multidisciplinary approach in providing the highest standards of nursing care to patients and families. The facility also offers 24/7 emergency services (an 8-bed Emergency Department) and surgical services (offering adult and pediatric surgeries).

'Because we are a smaller facility, it is essential that all staff work together to provide care to our patients. We are truly all in it together when providing care and have worked together to overcome challenges since we first opened our doors. Our culture is one of working together as a team and practicing transparency between all staff member to ensure there are no barriers to providing the best care possible to our patients and families.' - Director of Nursing

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.
• Achieve goals through teamwork, recognize contributions, commit to growth. Contribute to peers' development, show community service commitment.

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 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.

As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.