RN, Psych, Nights

Cook Children's Health Care System; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook Children's Health Care System in Fort Worth's Medical Center – Fort Worth is seeking an RN Staff Nurse in the Psychiatry department. The role delivers competent, individualized nursing care using the nursing process within a collaborative team.

Requirements include 1 year direct nursing experience, Associate's Degree in Nursing, active TX RN license, and BLS. Post-hire requirements include PALS or NRP and unit-specific certifications.

Qualifications

• 1 year of direct nursing experience
• Associate's degree in Nursing
• Active TX RN license
• BLS certification

Responsibilities

• Deliver competent, individualized nursing care to patients and families using the nursing process.
• Collaborate with the psychiatry team to address patient needs and safety.
• Maintain strong patient/family communication and uphold service excellence.
• Shift: 7p–7a

Skills

Nursing care

Clinical judgment

Patient communication

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

Job description

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.