RN, Psych, Nights

Cook Children's; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook Children’s in Fort Worth, TX is seeking an RN Staff Nurse for the Psychiatry department on the Night shift. The role focuses on delivering individualized nursing care, using the nursing process to support the medical plan, and collaborating with a strong interprofessional team.

The RN must have a TX license, 1 year of direct nursing experience, and BLS certification. Post-hire requirements include PALS or NRP and unit-specific certifications as directed.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted TX RN license.
• 1 year of direct nursing experience required.
• Associate's degree in Nursing.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association.
• Post hire requirements: PALS or NRP and unit-specific certifications.

Responsibilities

• Deliver competent, individualized nursing care to patients and families using the nursing process.
• Collaborate with the care team to augment the medical plan of treatment.
• Maintain safety and advocate for the patient throughout care delivery.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families and the care team to ensure high-quality care.

Skills

RN experience

Team orientation

Clinical judgment

Communication

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

TX RN license

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

RN, Psych, Nights# Careers at Cook Children's## RN, Psych, NightsApply: Fort Worth, TX: Full time: Posted Yesterday: JR-119861**Location:**Medical Center - Fort Worth**Department:**Psychiatry**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**Education/Experience:*** 1 year of direct nursing experience required.* Associate's in Nursing. **Licensure, Registration, 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.