RN Medical Surgical

Job Description

Job Description

Position Title : RN Medical Surgical

Location : Waco, Texas

Shift : 12 HR Nights

Shift Per Week : 3

Scheduled Hours : 36

Shift Start Time : 07 : 00 PM

Shift End Time : 07 : 00 AM

Minimum Rate Per Hour : $32

Maximum Rate Per Hour : $53

BENEFITS

Our competitive benefits package empowers you to live well and provides :

• Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits
• Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%
• Debt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates, and more
• Immediate access to time off benefits

Your well-being is our top priority. Visit our benefits site to learn about all of our programs that support mind, body, and spirit.

JOB SUMMARY

As a Registered Nurse, you will oversee patient care provided by the healthcare team using a professional practice model.

Your responsibilities include patient assessment, recognizing health issues, creating care plans, and assessing patient responses.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Conduct detailed clinical assessments, prioritize patient and family needs, create, implement, and evaluate care plans.

Adjust plans to reach desired outcomes.

• Build relationships, manage discomfort, and maintain professionalism in therapeutic connections with patients and families.
• Create care plans reflecting values to aid in resolving issues.
• Educate patients, families, nurses, and community members to empower them with knowledge for better healthcare choices.

Regularly assess and document learning needs.

• Work with colleagues and the community to implement care plans, delegate tasks carefully, and follow up promptly.
• 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, and contribute to peers' development. Show community service commitment.

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU SUCCESSFUL IN THE ROLE

• A deep understanding of nursing and patient care standards, as well as procedures.
• Knowledge of 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 medications, 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of an Accredited Program
• Specialized field of study should be nursing
• A current and valid nursing license
• Must have BLS certification or obtain it within 30 days of starting in this role

Consider joining our team and making an impact in delivering exceptional healthcare.