RN ICU Nights

Baylor Scott & White Health; Red Oak (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health's ICU at Waxahachie, TX is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for night shifts (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) in an 18-bed unit with a 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio. The role involves professional nursing care in a high-acuity environment and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of critical care experience, Texas RN licensure, and BLS certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days).

Qualifications

• Must have 1–2 years of critical care experience.
• RN license in Texas.
• BLS certification required or obtained within 30 days of starting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed nursing assessments and develop care plans for ICU patients.
• Collaborate with intensivists, therapists, pharmacists and other team members.
• Educate patients and families and document care and teaching provided.

Skills

Critical care experience

RN license

BLS certification

Education

Texas RN license

BLS certification

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) – ICU (Nights)

Location: Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Waxahachie, TX

Schedule: Full-time | Nights | 12-hour shifts (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)

Department: Intensive Care Unit (ICU) | 18 beds | Typical patient ratio 1:2

Why Join Our ICU Team

Highly sought-after unit: A collaborative team culture that supports professional growth and clinical excellence.

Growing service lines: Exposure to a diverse, evolving case mix and evidence-based critical care practices.

Community feel: Work in a close-knit, patient-centered environment with strong interdisciplinary partnerships.

About The Unit

Our ICU is an 18-bed, high-acuity environment designed to deliver comprehensive critical care. Typical nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:2 for ICU patients, with a strong emphasis on teamwork, safety, and quality outcomes. You’ll work alongside intensivists, hospitalists, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, and other specialists to deliver coordinated, patient- and family-centered care.

• Must have 1-2 years of critical care experience**

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.