Job Description
Hours of Work : 36
Days Of Week : Work Shift :
12X3 Night (United States of America)
Job Description : Job Purpose :
- In this highly technical, fast-paced, and challenging nursing position, you'll work with multidisciplinary team members to provide our patients the best care. You'll be at the heart of our patient-centered care, valued for your compassion as you continually strive to improve the patient experience. With clear communication and dedication to building relationships that promote a collaborative environment, you'll be accountable for your performance and empowered to take initiative for your professional growth - while being engaged and eager to build a winning team.
- Registered Nurse (RN) renders highly professional and technical nursing care to assigned patients. Provides direct and indirect patient care using the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation). Directs and supervises other assigned team members and collaborates with multidisciplinary team members to provide age / developmentally appropriate care in accordance with unit standards of care.
- Supports the mission, vision, values and strategic goals of Methodist Health System.
Job Requirements :
Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing. BSN PreferredCurrent license to practice professional nursing in the state of TexasCurrent Basic Life Support Certification and ACLSAdditional certifications as required by departmentRelated Work Experience and Other Skills :
Knowledgeable about hospital policies, procedures, and nursing care standards and utilizes these when providing nursing care.Work experience : Minimum 12 months IMC / PCU RN experience or completion of Nurse Residency ProgramWorks with confidential materialJob Responsibilities :
Communicate clearly and openlyBuild relationships to promote a collaborative environmentBe accountable for your performanceAlways look for ways to improve the patient experienceTake initiative for your professional growthBe engaged and eager to build a winning teamJob Roles :
Adheres to the general hospital standards to promote a cooperative work environment by utilizing communication skills, interpersonal relationships and team building.Assumes responsibility for the nursing components of the patient / family / significant other educational processes.Communicates to the team, co-workers, patients, and family members and evaluates understanding of informational manner.Creates and maintains a safe and therapeutic environment for patients, self, coworkers, and facility.Ensures complete, accurate, and timely written communication of patient information.Provides a therapeutic environment through safe, accurate, and timely medication and IV administration.Takes personal responsibility and initiative for performance and for professional growth and development.Utilizes the nursing process to ensure quality patient care is provided throughout the episode of care.Other duties as assignedAge-Specific Care Considerations :
Vary Based on Specialty
Physical Demands and Work Environment :
Physical Factors (% of Time) :
20 - Standing Stationary60 - Standing / Moving About15 – Sitting2 – Climbing20 - Bending (stooping / crouching)2 – Kneeling1 – Crawling30 – Reaching90 – Handling90 – Talking0 - Driving15 – SmellingHearing (% of Time) :
100 - Normal Noise Level0 - Occasional Loud Noise0 - Constant / Very Loud Noise0 - Constant Low Level NoiseHazardous Conditions (% of Time) :
5 - Respiratory Irritants50 - Skin Irritants50 - Allergic Irritants50 - Wet Work – Hands1 - Wet Work – Feed0 - Operation of Heavy Equipment0 - Climbing of Ladders0 - Working in High Places50-75 - Use of Electrical Equipment25-50 - Use of Sharp Utensils80 - Exposure to Blood and Body FluidsCarrying (% of Time) :
50 - Up to 10 Lbs30 - 10-20 Lbs10-30 - 20-50 Lbs10 - 50-100 Lbs0 - 100+ LbsLifting (% of Time) :
45 - Up to 10 Lbs30 - 10-20 Lbs10-30 - 20-50 Lbs10 - 50-100 Lbs0 - 100+ LbsPush / Pull (% of Time) :
10 - Up to 10 Lbs.10 - 10-20 Lbs30 - 20-50 Lbs10 - 50-100 Lbs10 - 100+ LbsVisual Demands (Yes or No) :
Yes / No - Vision EssentialYes / No - Vision Not EssentialEnvironmental Demands (% of Time) :
100 – Indoor0 – Outdoor0 - Hot Environment0 - Cold EnvironmentOther (% of Time) :
10 - Visual StrainMethodist Richardson Medical Center is a 443-bed, full-service, acute care hospital that serves Richardson, Garland, Plano, and surrounding areas in Dallas and Collin counties. We are a Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center as well as the nation’s first hospital to receive The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Pancreatic / Hepatic / Biliary Cancer Certification. We also provide services at Methodist Richardson Medical Center – Campus for Continuing Care, which include a behavioral health and addiction recovery unit, inpatient rehabilitation, long-term acute care, and more. We strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we’ve earned :
Magnet®-designated hospital150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Hospital Review , 2023Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold Designation, 2023Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly® Employer, 2023Level III Neonatal Intensive Care UnitLevel III Trauma Center