RN PCU FT Nights

Baylor Scott & White Health; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan with match

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO from Day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Progressive Care Unit in McKinney, TX. You will oversee patient care, perform assessments, and develop care plans for a 32-bed medical PCU with a 1:4 patient ratio.

The role requires at least 1 year of PCU RN experience, a valid RN license, and BLS certification. Night shifts are 7:00 PM–7:00 AM with rotating weekends and no on-call requirements.

Qualifications

• Grad of an Accredited Program
• RN license
• BLS certification (or obtain within 30 days)
• Graduate nursing program required

Responsibilities

• Oversee patient care using a professional practice model.
• Perform detailed clinical assessments and plan care accordingly.
• Educate patients and families, ensuring understanding of care plans.
• Delegate tasks based on patient condition and team competencies.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop and implement care plans.
• Prioritize safety, effectiveness, and efficiency in patient care delivery.

Skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Patient education

Professionalism

Computer literacy

Education

Grad of Accredited Program

RN license

BLS certification

Job description

Join Baylor Scott and White Medical Center - McKinney as a Registered Nurse and be part of something better!

• Shift/Schedule – Full Time Nights, three 12 hr. shifts 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM., rotating weekends; no call requirements
• Requirement- Min of 1 yr. PCU RN experience

Progressive Care Unit

Our Progressive Care Unit is a fast-paced environment that includes high acuity patients. Are you looking to increase your knowledge base? Our Progressive Care Unit leadership team fosters an environment that supports learning, mentoring, and building every team member.

Patient Population: Medical PCU consisting of all Cardiac drips; mix of surgical post-operative volume to include, vascular, ortho, neuro and trauma.

Patient Ratios: 1:4

Number of Beds: 32 beds

Why Baylor Scott & White Medical Center– McKinney

A Magnet® Recognized Facility, Baylor Scott and White Medical Center – McKinney is a 191 bed, fully accredited not for profit hospital providing a broad spectrum of healthcare services to families in McKinney and the surrounding communities. Part of Baylor Scott & White Health, the largest not for profit healthcare system in the state of Texas, the hospital offers personalized care and advanced technology on a beautiful with hotel-like amenities and all private rooms. Services include emergency care, heart and vascular services, orthopedics, oncology, primary care, women’s services, and a Level III Neonatal IC with private suites.

As part of the medical center’s long-term plans, the hospital structure can add additional floors, increasing the number of beds to 400 as community growth warrants.

We welcome applicants who will serve faithfully, act honestly, never settle, and recognize that we are in it together to deliver world-class healthcare.

• Our McKinney nursing teams serve a very fast-paced, high-volume environment with consistently strong patient census and acuity.

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.