RN Trauma ICU Nights

Baylor Scott & White Health; Belton (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Temple, Texas is seeking experienced Critical Care Registered Nurses to join our 23-bed Surgical Trauma ICU (STICU). This full-time night shift (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) position offers a fast-paced, high-acuity environment with leading-edge technology and a culture focused on collaboration and professional growth.

You will provide patient care under professional practice standards, participate in rounds, educate patients and families, and work with a dedicated

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited RN program.
• Licensed RN in Texas.
• BLS certification required or obtained within 30 days.
• Minimum 1 year ICU RN experience.
• Strong communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed clinical assessments and develop care plans.
• Lead or participate in multidisciplinary rounds.
• Educate patients and families.
• Delegate tasks and supervise team as appropriate.
• Document care and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Maintain patient safety and high-quality outcomes.

Skills

Critical care nursing

ICU patient care

Communication

Team collaboration

Electronic medical records

Education

Accredited RN program

RN license

BLS certification

Job description

• Full-time, night shift schedule (7p–7a)

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Temple, Texas

Full-Time | 36 Hours/Week | Night Shift (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Temple, a 630-bed specialty care teaching hospital and Level I Trauma Center, is seeking experienced Critical Care Registered Nurses (RNs) to join our 23-bed Surgical Trauma Intensive Care Unit (STICU).

This is an exceptional opportunity to work in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment using some of the latest technology in patient care, while being supported by strong leadership and a culture focused on collaboration, education, and professional growth.

Why Join Baylor Scott & White – Temple STICU

• Level I Trauma Facility located in Temple, Texas
• 23-bed Surgical Trauma ICU caring for complex, critically ill patients
• Full-time, night shift schedule (7p–7a)
• Advanced clinical technology supporting high-quality patient outcomes
• Designated unit educator and leadership development support
• Multidisciplinary rounds to enhance patient-centered care
• Structured orientation, progression training, and competency plan
• Unit and facility-specific career progression pathways
• Supportive, team-oriented culture that values respect, communication, and collaboration
• Strong focus on learning, clinical excellence, and professional development

Temple, TX Lifestyle

Enjoy your career in a community that is family‑friendly, affordable, and offers easy commutes — a great place to grow both personally and professionally.

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

• 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.

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Qualifications

• Grad of an Accredited RN 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.
• 1 year of current ICU RN experience required