RN Seasonal PRN Cardiac PCU

Baylor Scott & White Health; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health in Temple, TX is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for a Seasonal PRN night shift (7pm–7am) on a 36-bed Telemetry unit. This full-time position requires RN licensure in Texas and a minimum of 18 months of acute care experience.

ADN or BSN is preferred, with BLS required and ACLS within 6 months. The Cardiac Care Unit collaborates with social services, case management, physical therapy, respiratory therapy and dietary to provide patient-centered care grounded in

Qualifications

• RN license in Texas is required.
• Minimum 18 months of RN experience in acute care or hospital setting.
• BLS required; ACLS certification within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for telemetry-monitored patients on 4 South, a 36-bed unit.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver quality care.
• Stay current with best evidence-based nursing practices.
• Document patient information and care plans accurately in medical records.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Telemetry care

Patient assessment

Team collaboration

Education

Texas RN license

ADN or BSN preferred

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Job description

Baylor Scott & White Health is the largest not-for-profit health care system in the state of Texas. With a commitment to and a track record of innovation, collaboration, integrity and compassion for the patient, Baylor Scott & White Health stands to be one of the nation's exemplary health care organizations.

This is a Seasonal PRN position - Night shift 7pm-7am

Location: Temple, TX.

What We Need

We're currently seeking full-time experienced (18 Months+) Registered Nurses to join our team at Baylor Scott & White Memorial Hospital in Temple, Texas; The #1 one city in the nation for Nursing opportunities and advancement! Baylor Scott & White Memorial Hospital is a 636-bed specialty care teaching hospital and the only Level 1 Trauma Center between Dallas and Austin. This is a full-time position (36 hours per week).

Why the Cardiac Care Unit?

This 36-bed Telemetry Monitored Nursing Unit Provides The Opportunity To Work With a Wide Variety Of Patients Ranging In Age From Adults To Geriatrics. The Conditions That Are Within The Scope Of Service For 4 South Include But Are Not Limited To The Following

• Myocardial Infarction
• Coronary Artery Bypass
• Pre/Post Heart Transplant Patients
• Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement
• Percutaneous Trans-luminal coronary angioplasty
• Chest Pain
• Congestive Heart Failure
• Vascular surgery
• Ventricular Assist Device (VAD)
• Invasive Hemodynamic Monitoring

Certifications

Ventricular Assistive Device Program, Chest Pain Center, Comprehensive Stroke Program, Transplant Program, ACLS/NIH within 6 months,

Integration With The Organization

The Cardiac Care Unit works hand in hand with multidisciplinary teams of social services, case management, physical therapy, respiratory therapy and dietary. Care of patients on the Cardiac Care Unit are grounded on the principles of best evidence-based practices to provide quality care to patients. The unit values shared governance, professional growth, quality care & patient satisfaction to assist in fulfilling Baylor Scott & White's Mission values.

Requirements Of The Ideal Candidate

• Graduate of RN School of Nursing
• ADN required; BSN preferred
• Must be licensed to practice professional nursing by the Board of Nurse Examiners for the State of Texas
• Minimum 18 Months of RN experience, Acute Care or Hospital setting preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Required.

Qualifications

• A degree from a recognized nursing program or two years of relevant work experience
• A minimum of (1) one year's experience in the field of nursing
• A valid Registered Nurse license
• The ability to obtain a Basic Life Support certification within the first 30 days of employment.