RN Medical Surgical Telemetry Days

Baylor Scott & White Health; Sachse (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO starting Day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Lake Pointe in Rowlett, TX is seeking a Registered Nurse for Telemetry in a 26-bed unit with patient ratios of 1:4–5. The role is Full-Time Days, requiring 2+ years of telemetry RN experience and a strong commitment to patient safety.

Responsibilities include comprehensive patient assessment, care planning, education, and collaboration with the care team to ensure exceptional outcomes.

Qualifications

• Grad of Accredited Program.
• RN License is required.
• BLS certification is required or obtained within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Oversee patient care using a professional practice model and assess patients.
• Create and adjust care plans based on patient needs.
• Educate patients and families and document learning needs.
• Delegate tasks appropriately and monitor team performance.
• Collaborate with clinicians to ensure safe, effective care delivery.

Education

Grad of Accredited Program

RN License

Job description

Join Baylor Scott & White - Lake Pointe Rowlett as a Registered Nurse and be part of something better!

Patient Population: Stroke, Chest Pain, Med-surg, Telemetry

Patient Ratios: 1:4-5

Number of Rooms: 26 on 2 South and 4-10 beds on 2 North

Shift: Full-Time Days

Required Experience: Candidates MUST have minimum of 2yrs of true, recent Telemetry RN experience.

Why Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Lake Pointe

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Lake Pointe in Rowlett, TX is a community-based hospital with all the benefits of an urban medical center due to the specialties we offer to the community which is uncommon for this size facility. We have an extremely large footprint of outpatient services in the community including physical medicine, wound care, sleep center, imaging, and two free-standing Emergency Departments. These outpatient services serve the communities of Rowlett, Forney, Wylie, and many more in the surrounding area. Lake Pointe is licensed for 176 beds which include three medical surgical units, an intensive care unit, Labor & Delivery, New Family Unit, Antepartum, Neonatal Intensive Care, Surgical Services, Cardiac Cath Lab, Endoscopy, Interventional Radiology, and Emergency Department. The hospital carries multiple designations including Level III Trauma, Chest Pain Accreditation, Primary Stroke Accreditation, Maternal and Level III NICU. Nursing is on their journey towards Pathways to Excellence and will seek Magnet designation once they complete Pathways.

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 Accredited Program
• RN License
• 2 Years of recent Telemetry RN experience
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or obtain with (30) thirty days of hire or transfer