RN ICU Nights

Baylor Scott & White Health; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $15,000

Health benefits

401(k) savings with match

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual starting Day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Austin is a full‑service hospital offering Magnet-recognized nursing excellence. This RN role supports medical, surgical, orthopedics, intermediate, and critical care units with a multidisciplinary approach to high‑quality patient care.

We value teamwork, patient privacy, and professional growth. Immediate health benefits, 401(k) match, and tuition reimbursement accompany a 36‑hour night shift schedule in a 24‑bed unit with a robust care team.

Qualifications

• RN licensed in Texas and in good standing.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• BLS certification or obtained within 30 days of start.
• Strong communication and privacy standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed clinical assessments and create care plans.
• Educate patients and families and document learning needs.
• Delegate tasks to the care team and monitor safety.
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver coordinated care.
• Document care and communicate clearly with the team.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Critical thinking

Education

RN license

Tools

Microsoft Office

EMR / EHR systems

Scheduling systems

Payroll systems

Email

Job description

Facility: Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Austin
Shift/Status: Full Time, 36 hrs/wk
Schedule: Night Shift (7pm – 7am)
Sign On Bonus: $15,000 (External applicants only)

Patient Population: Medical Surgical, Orthopedics, Intermediate Care, Critical Care
# of beds: 24
Patient Ratios: Med Surg/Tele – 1:4/5, Progressive Care/Intermediate Care – 1:3, Intensive Care – 1:2

About The Facility

Baylor Scott & White - Austin is a full-service hospital, providing a wide network of medical expertise and resources. This facility has achieved Magnet recognition for its nursing professionalism, teamwork, and superiority in patient care. Baylor Scott & White - Austin features a 24-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).

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

• 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.