RN - ICU

Coordinates the delivery of nursing care for critically ill postoperative ventilator post cardiac arrest post heart cath hemodynamic stabilization and other critically ill patients in the units.
RN LTAC/ICU Baylor Scott & White Continuing Care Hospital Job Title: Registered Nurse Location: Temple TX Full Time Days Department: LongTerm Acute Care/ICU Long Term Acute Care: Vent Weaning Pulmonary Disease Cardiopulmonary Disease Complex Wound Care Neuromuscular Diseases GI Disease Postoperative Complications Kidney Disease (including dialysis) PostTrauma. For ICU 23 to 1 nurse MedSurg 45 to 1 nurse with support of nonlicensed staff and unit clerk Average length of stay for patients: 25 days Number of beds: 25 beds Wound care team 24 hour respiratory therapy team The best of both worlds in one hospital unitICU (Ventilators; Drips; Procedures at bedside)/MedSurg. Opportunity to learn and grow on the same team one hospital. CCH is like a small family. Staff and interdisciplinary teams know and care for each other. We work hard but have fun at the same time. Every decision made is in the best interest of staff and the patients. About Us At Baylor Scott & White Health we promote wellbeing for everyone. Its the largest healthcare system in Texas that encourages healthy living. Our Core Values are: We serve faithfully by doing whats 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 Our competitive benefits package empowers you to live well and provides: Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits Dollarfordollar 401(k) match up to 5% Debtfree tuition assistance offering access to many nocost and lowcost degrees certificates and more Immediate access to time off benefits At Baylor Scott & White Health your wellbeing is our top priority. Job Summary As a Registered Nurse 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 Youll Do You as an RN will conduct detailed clinical assessments 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 to 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. Youll use different strategies for problemsolving 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. What Will Make You Successful In The Role 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 problemsolving 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. Belonging Statement We think everyone should feel welcomed valued and supported. Our workforce should mirror the communities we serve. Qualifications Grad of an Accredited Program Specialized field of study should be nursing. A current and valid nursing license. Must have BLS certification or get it within 30 days of starting in this role.