Variable Staffing - Registered Nurse Pool Critical Care

Children's Health; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental Leave

Caregiver Leave

Adoption reimbursement

Health plan premium coverage after 3 y

401k match up to 10%

Job summary

Children's Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Pool Critical Care in Plano. This on-site role supports night shifts (7p-7a) within the Variable Staffing department, providing direct patient care in critical care settings and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive plans of care.

The candidate should have a BSN or equivalent, Texas nursing licensure, BLS, and department-specific certifications as required. At least 1 year of related experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Four-year Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience BSN required.
• Current license to practice professional nursing in the State of Texas.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers as required.
• PALS/NRP/ACLS (Department specific requirements - see addendum) Req
• PACES certification (Department specific requirements - see addendum) 180 Days Req

Responsibilities

• Independently performs the functions of a registered nurse in direct patient care.
• Utilizes the nursing process to deliver developmentally appropriate care.
• Collaborates with physicians, families and other healthcare professionals to plan and implement care.
• Oversees care delivered by patient care team and coordinates plan of care.
• Provides education for patients, families and staff with sensitivity to diversity.

Skills

Critical Care

Nursing Process

Collaboration

Education

BSN or equivalent

Job description

Job Title & Specialty Area: Registered Nurse Pool Critical Care

Department: Variable Staffing

Location: Plano

Shift: Night, Full Time, 7p-7a

Job Type: On-Site

Why Children's Health?

At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal.

Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being.

Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.

Summary

Independently performs the functions of a registered nurse in direct patient care. Utilizes the nursing process in the delivery of developmentally appropriate care. Also works in collaboration with other health care professionals to provide a comprehensive plan of care to meet the patient/family needs. Critical care settings are defined as intensive care units and/or emergency department.

Responsibilities

• Responsible and accountable for prescribing, delegating and coordinating patient care. Uses clinical judgment based on nursing skills acquired through formal and informal experiential knowledge and evidence based guidelines to globally assess the patient's situation and through critical thinking and clinical decision making, develop an appropriate plan of care for the patient, with the aim of promoting comfort.
• Accountable that patient care meets standards of safety, effectiveness, patient rights and guest relations.
• Oversees care delivered by patient care team; coordinates plan of care.
• Provides education and facilitates learning for patients, families, and patient care team in a way that demonstrates a sensitivity to recognize, appreciate, and incorporate differences related to diversity.
• Collaborates with physicians, families and other healthcare professionals to assist in developing and implementing an appropriate plan of care in a way that promotes/encourages each person's contributions towards achieving the best patient outcomes.

Work Experience

• At least 1 year job related experience required

EDUCATION

• Four-year Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience BSN required

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Current license to practice professional nursing in the State of Texas Upon Hire Req
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers as required by CP 1.20 Life Support Course Requirements Req
• PALS/NRP/ACLS (Department specific requirements - see addendum) Req
• PACES certification (Department specific requirements - see addendum) 180 Days Req

A Place Where You Belong

We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children’s Health a place where everyone can contribute.

Holistic Benefits – How We’ll Care For You

• Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years.
• 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure
• Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)
• Caregiver Leave
• Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement

As an equal opportunity employer, Children's Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, or genetic information or any other Federal or State legally-protected status or class. This applies to all aspects of the employer-employee relationship including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer pay, training, discipline, workforce adjustments, termination, employee benefits, and any other employment-related activity.