RN, Med/Surg

Cook Children's Health Care System; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The RN Staff Nurse at Cook Children's Health Care System in Fort Worth provides patient-centered nursing care using the nursing process to support the medical plan of treatment. You will work with a collaborative team to ensure safe, high-quality care and strong family communication.

This 36-bed Acute Medical & Surgical unit serves patients from infants to adolescents. Requires 1 year of direct nursing experience, an Associate's in Nursing, TX RN license and BLS; PALS/NRP certification per unit

Qualifications

• 1 year of direct nursing experience.
• Associate's in Nursing.

Education

Associate's in Nursing

Job description

Location:

Medical Center - Fort Worth

Department:

4 Main

Shift:

Third Shift (United States of America)

Standard Weekly Hours:

36

Summary:

The RN Staff Nurse is responsible for delivering competent, individualized nursing care to patients and families by utilizing the nursing process to augment the established medical plan of treatment. Operating with a strong team orientation, this nurse integrates sound clinical judgment and evidence-based decision-making to address the unique needs of each patient. The role emphasizes exceptional customer relations and professional communication, ensuring that care is delivered with both clinical precision and a high level of service excellence. By maintaining a focus on safety and collaborative practice, the RN Staff Nurse serves as a vital advocate for the patient while contributing to the overall effectiveness of the healthcare team.

Shift: 7p - 7a

4 Main - Acute Medical & Surgical Unit The patients on this 36-bed unit range in age from infants to adolescents, caring for a wide variety of medical, surgical, and behavioral diagnoses.

Education/Experience

• 1 year of direct nursing experience required.
• Associate's in Nursing.

Licensure and/or Certification

• Active, unrestricted TX Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• BLS - American Heart Association.

Post hire Requirements

• PALS or NRP and specialty certifications per unit guidelines.

About Us

Cook Children's is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Cook Children's offers equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal laws. These opportunities include terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to hiring, job placement, training, compensation, discipline, advancement and termination.

Cook Children's is a Texas-only employer. If you are hired, you will need to maintain your primary residence within the state of Texas, along with all licenses and credentials required for your position throughout your employment.