Registered Nurse Critical Care
Department: Cardiology ICU D3Location: Dallas, TX
Shift: Night, 7P-7A rotating day offs
Job Type: On-Site
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. Advocates for the patient, represents the concerns of the patient/family and identifies and assists in resolving ethical and clinical concerns. Accurately & thoroughly document all patient encounters in EPIC.Ensure that Patient Health Information (PHI) is protected and secured at all times. Adhere to all infection prevention initiatives (i.e., hand hygiene, proper disposal of waste, etc.)Deliver competent and skilled care to patients and families according to their identified needs. Will deliver care with a team-orientation, an emphasis on good customer relations, sound clinical judgment and appropriate decision-making abilities that take into consideration evidence-based practice.
Experience:- At least 2 years of experience working as a RN in ICU required
Education:- Four-year bachelor's degree - BSN Required
Licenses and Certifications:
Current license to practice professional nursing in the State of Texas Upon Hire required
Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers as required by CP 1.20 Life Support Course Requirements requiredPALS/NRP/ACLS (Department specific requirements - see addendum) requiredPACES certification (Department specific requirements - see addendum) 180 Days requiredA Place Where You BelongWe 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.
