RN Medical-Surgical

Schedule

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Address

11801 south fwy

City

Burleson

State

Texas

Postal Code

76028

Job Description

Assesses, develops, implements, and evaluates comprehensive care plans with a multidisciplinary team in collaboration with patients and families. Conducts thorough assessments of patients' goals, biophysical, psychosocial, environmental, and discharge planning needs. Acts as a liaison to post-hospital care providers and community health resources.

Manages patient transitions through the system, transferring accountability upon discharge. Attends practice group meetings and participates in regular peer reviews. Recognizes and responds to life-threatening situations according to protocol.

Utilizes management skills to supervise, evaluate, and review patient care activities, ensuring quality care and adherence to nursing standards. Provides constructive feedback and instruction to staff to enhance productivity and service quality. Administers medications, IV fluids, and treatments accurately according to physician orders and nursing policies.

Implements and manages emergency procedures, including Code Blue and life-threatening dysrhythmias. Documents patient care accurately, including drug allergies, lab data, diagnostic tests, and patient education. Maintains a clean, safe patient environment and ensures proper use and documentation of supplies and equipment.

Follows CDC guidelines for sterile technique and isolation, demonstrates appropriate use of PPE, performs hand hygiene according to policy, and enforces safety regulations. Exemplifies AdventHealth’s core values of Keep Me Safe, Make It Easy, Love Me, and Own It through behavior. Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Skill and proficiency in applying highly technical principles, concepts, and techniques which are central to the nursing profession. [Required] Ability for independent, professional judgment on clinical issues, asking for supervisory input when needed. [Required] Compliance with all safety and infection control policies to prevent injury to patients, employees, or self, and instituting emergency measures for sudden adverse developments in patient conditions.

[Required] Responsibility for department supplies, equipment, and adherence to efficient time management and utilization of patient resources. [Required] Continuous interface with fellow employees, physicians, and patients, and establishing good relationships with community agencies. [Required] Working with pediatric/adult/geriatric patients in a modern well-equipped environment, with a significant potential for exposure to aggressive and violent outbursts and physical harm from non-compliant patients.

Requirement to work weekends, irregular hours, and holidays, subject to extended hours with a possibility of prolonged standing/walking. Assists with lifting and moving patients, requires manual dexterity and mobility, occasionally lifts supplies/equipment, and use of personal protective equipment when required. Must meet physical requirements per hospital standard.

[Required] Frequent independent judgment and ability to handle clinical situations requiring use of sound professional judgment and critical-thinking skills, including clinical assessment, data, and patient response. [Required] Providing quality patient care, continuously prioritizing multiple duties, and functioning in a calm and professional manner during stressful situations. [Required] Utilizing assessment, reassessment, and critical-thinking skills in dealing with changes in patient outcomes, with required basic computer skills.

[Required] General knowledge of professional nursing principles and techniques, and the pharmacological process in the appropriate administration or delivery of medications. [Required] Maintaining effective working relationships with health professionals and others to create an environment conducive to carrying out the mission of the facility. [Required] Effective communication skills (verbal and written) to direct overall professional nursing services and encourage open exchange of ideas and information.

[Required] Mental and emotional stability, demonstrating a courteous and calm approach to all contacts with patients, visitors, and healthcare team members, with mature judgment and the ability to handle confidential information. [Required] Personal qualities such as kindness, compassion, understanding, integrity, respect, sense of humor, discretion, and confidentiality. [Required] Proficiency in critical thinking/problem-solving skills, teamwork, tact, and conflict resolution, with organizational, multitasking, and prioritization skills.

[Required] Leadership abilities, direction, and complex problem-solving capabilities, accurate documentation within the electronic medical record, and proficiency in clinical skills, multi-tasking, and professional bedside manner. [Required] Knowledgeable in assigned areas of patient care including health promotion and maintenance. [Required]

Education

Associate's of Nursing [Required]

Work Experience

1+ acute care experience [Preferred]

Additional Information

Additional licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located. Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed information regarding these requirements

Licenses And Certifications

Registered Nurse (RN) [Required] Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

Physical

Requirements

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Pay Range

$33.61 - $62.53

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.