RN Med Surg PRN

Community Health Systems; Corsicana (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 61,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Job summary

Navarro Regional Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Med Surg unit on a PRN Days schedule. You will provide patient-centered care using the nursing process, coordinate with physicians and the care team, and ensure safety and quality in every patient interaction.

Responsibilities include medication administration, patient assessments, problem-solving, and rapid response to emergencies. You will educate patients and families and maintain infection control and chart documentation.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of clinical nursing experience or student rotations in an acute care setting.
• RN with state licensure and Basic Life Support (BCLS) required.
• ACLS, PALS, NRP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centered care using the nursing process.
• Assess patients, document findings, and report changes.
• Administer medications and monitor effects.
• Collaborate with physicians and care team to develop care plans.
• Respond to emergencies and participate in life-saving actions.
• Educate patients and families on care and post-discharge plans.
• Maintain infection control and safety standards.
• Document care and participate in audits and quality initiatives.
• Telemetry RN: monitor heart rhythms, analyze data, and report findings.

Skills

Nursing care

Telemetry monitoring

Patient education

Education

RN licensure

Tools

Telemetry equipment

Job description

Navarro Regional Hospital has an opening for a Registered Nurse Med Surg PRN Days! At Navarro Regional Hospital, you’ll play a vital role in doing what you do best - providing quality care to our patients. Navarro Regional Hospital is an employer that will motivate you, inspire you, and allow you to grow. We are looking for the best. If you are too, we invite you to learn more and apply today!

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This role is responsible for coordinating and delivering high-quality care based on established clinical protocols and physician/provider orders. The RN collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient care and desired outcomes, while maintaining a supportive and compassionate environment for patients and families.

Essential Functions

• Coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process.
• Conducts thorough patient assessments and documents findings accurately, reporting changes in condition to the appropriate care team members.
• Utilizes knowledge of human growth and development to provide age-appropriate care and education.
• Administers prescribed medications, monitors for side effects, and documents administration in accordance with standards of practice.
• Assists physicians during procedures within the scope of documented competency and skill level.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
• Responds to medical emergencies and participates in life-saving interventions, such as CPR and code team activities, as appropriate.
• Advocates for the rights and needs of patients, ensuring their voices are heard and respected in care planning and delivery.
• Provides patient and family education on medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care, ensuring understanding and adherence to instructions.
• Implements and adheres to infection control protocols to prevent the spread of healthcare-associated infections.
• Monitors and operates medical equipment (e.g., IV pumps, monitors, ventilators) as needed for patient care and safety.
• Promotes patient safety by adhering to National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment for patients and staff.
• Participates in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks to ensure adherence to standards of practice and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrates responsible decision-making in planning, delegating, and providing care based on patient needs and organizational policies.
• Documents patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record.
• Engages in professional development to maintain clinical competency and understanding of current nursing standards and regulations.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives, including data collection and process development, to enhance patient outcomes and care delivery.
• Telemetry RN:
  • Using telemetry equipment to track heart rhythms (EKG), blood pressure, oxygen saturation, and other vital signs.
  • Analyzes telemetry data to identify trends, abnormalities, and potential problems, and reports these findings to physicians.
  • Provides direct patient care, including medication administration, wound care, and patient education, with a focus on cardiac health.
  • Recognizes and responds to emergencies, such as cardiac arrest, and implements appropriate interventions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
• Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
• Proficient in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care.
• Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality improvement initiatives.

Licenses and Certifications

• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred
• PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred
• NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation preferred
• Refer to facility or unit-specific guidelines for additional requirements.

Navarro Regional Hospital

is your community healthcare provider, a 162-bed licensed acute care facility with inpatient and outpatient care, diagnostic imaging, emergency department, medical and surgical care. We offer cardiac rehab, physical therapy, an outpatient surgery center, 3D mammography and a 64-slice CT scanner with the area's most current diagnostic equipment. We offer a special procedures room for interventional radiology procedures, as well as a bronchoscopy suite.

We believe in the power of people to create great care. We're 51 doctors and a team of healthcare professionals strong, and we work hard every day to be a place of healing, caring and connection for patients and families in the community we call home.

Navarro Regional is a primary stroke accredited facility.

Mission

It is the mission of Navarro Regional Hospital to provide quality health services to the community with compassion and a focus on service.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.