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Baptist Health System

San Antonio, Texas

Health system employer

Posted Aug 15 · Not open to new grads

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Role

Term
Permanent
Setting
Hospital
Accepts
RN
Experience
3+ years

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About this role

Overview

Saint Luke's Hospital Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At Saint Luke's Hospital, We Understand That Our Greatest Asset Is Our Dedicated Team Of Professionals. That’s Why We Offer More Than a Job – We Provide a Comprehensive Benefit Package That Prioritizes Your Health, Professional Development, And Work-life Balance. The Available Plans And Programs Include

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Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match Generous paid time off Career development and continuing education opportunities Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

This position may qualify for a sign-on bonus.

Under general administrative direction, coordinates referrals from physicians and health care facilities for patients; provides a significant level of patient education related to their illness and planned treatment. Responsible for guiding the patients with orthopedic and cardiac DRGs through the complex care continuum. Assures patients receive care that consistently follows evidence-based standards and is in accordance with regulatory standards as defined by the regulatory agencies. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum

Education

Associates Degree of Science in Nursing

Preferred

Education

Bachelors of Science in Nursing

Minimum

Experience

3 years clinical experience for patient population in specialty area

Preferred

Experience

Prior patient teaching

Required certifications/

Licensure

Possession of current Texas State license for Registered Nurse.

Preferred certifications/

Licensure

Specialty Certification

REQUIRED COURSES/ COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR):  Must have active healthcare provider Basic Life

Support on hire (ARC or AHA); however, must have AHA Healthcare Provider BLS within 60 days of hire.

Organization Description

Baptist Health System has more than 120 years history of caring for our community and making a positive difference. Our system of care includes six full-service hospitals, a specialized childrens hospital with a dedicated pediatric emergency unit, a comprehensive cancer care network, fitness and rehabilitation centers, a physician network, imaging centers, ambulatory services and the Baptist School of Health Professions. Wherever you go in the Baptist Health System, youll find that we have the same goal to help people achieve health for life through compassionate service inspired by faith. Join our team!

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information.

E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify

The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

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Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

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Minimum

Education

Associates Degree of Science in Nursing

Preferred

Education

Bachelors of Science in Nursing

Minimum

Experience

3 years clinical experience for patient population in specialty area

Preferred

Experience

Prior patient teaching

Required certifications/

Licensure

Possession of current Texas State license for Registered Nurse.

Preferred certifications/

Licensure

Specialty Certification

REQUIRED COURSES/ COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR):  Must have active healthcare provider Basic Life

Support on hire (ARC or AHA); however, must have AHA Healthcare Provider BLS within 60 days of hire.

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MINIMUM EDUCATION: Associates Degree of Science in Nursing PREFERRED EDUCATION: Bachelors of Science in Nursing MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: 3 years clinical experience for patient population in specialty area PREFERRED EXPERIEN…· from this posting

Requirements

  • MINIMUM
  • Associates Degree of Science in Nursing
  • PREFERRED
  • Bachelors of Science in Nursing
  • 3 years clinical experience for patient population in specialty area
  • Prior patient teaching
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  • REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/
  • Possession of current Texas State license for Registered Nurse.
  • PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS/
  • Specialty Certification
  • REQUIRED COURSES/ COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR):  Must have active healthcare provider Basic Life
  • Support on hire (ARC or AHA); however, must have AHA Healthcare Provider BLS within 60 days of hire.
  • Organization Description
  • Baptist Health System has more than 120 years history of caring for our community and making a positive difference. Our system of care includes six full-service hospitals, a specialized childrens hospital with a dedicated pediatric emergency unit, a comprehensive cancer care network, fitness and rehabilitation centers, a physician network, imaging centers, ambulatory services and the Baptist School of Health Professions. Wherever you go in the Baptist Health System, youll find that we have the same goal to help people achieve health for life through compassionate service inspired by faith. Join our team!
  • Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
  • Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information.
  • E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify
  • The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
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Place

City
San Antonio, Texas
Median rent
$1,324/mo

rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024

Local household income
$65,056/yr

all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024

Metro price level
5% below the national average

San Antonio area index 94.7, where 100 is the national average.

San Antonio runs about 5% below the national cost-of-living average—median homes near $260,000, one-bedroom rents around $1,072. South Side and East Side still yield three-bedroom houses under $250,000. Alamo Ranch delivers new-construction value; Pearl and Alamo Heights command premiums for brewery-district energy and historic prestige.

Map showing the location of San Antonio, TX
Approximate location in San Antonio, TX. · © Mapbox © OpenStreetMap· Open the live map

Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024.

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