RN, Psych - PRN

Cook Children's Health Care System; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook Children's Health Care System is seeking an RN Staff Nurse in Fort Worth to deliver individualized nursing care to patients. This role requires a strong focus on clinical judgment, exceptional customer relations, and collaboration within a healthcare team.

Candidates must have at least 1 year of nursing experience, an Associate's degree in Nursing, and an active Texas RN license. The position involves working third shift hours, from 7 PM to 7 AM, and is crucial in promoting safety and service excellence within the medical facility.

Qualifications

• 1 year of direct nursing experience required.
• Psychiatry experience preferred.
• Active, unrestricted Texas Registered Nurse (RN) license.

Responsibilities

• Deliver competent, individualized nursing care to patients and families.
• Integrate clinical judgment and evidence-based decision-making.
• Advocate for the patient and collaborate with the healthcare team.

Skills

Direct nursing experience

Psychiatry experience

Customer relations

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

Tools

BLS (American Heart)

Job description

Location

Medical Center - Fort Worth

Department

Psychiatry

Shift

Third Shift (United States of America)

Standard Weekly Hours

6

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 Timing

7p - 7a

Education / Experience

• 1 year of direct nursing experience required.
• Psych experience preferred.
• Associate's degree in Nursing.
• Active, unrestricted Texas Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• BLS (American Heart)

Post Hire Requirements

• PALS or NRP and specialty certifications per unit guidelines.

About Us

Cook Children's Medical Center is the cornerstone of Cook Children's, and offers advanced technologies, research and treatments, surgery, rehabilitation and ancillary services all designed to meet children's needs.

Cook Children's is an EOE/AA, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.