RN - ICU

Coordinates the delivery of nursing care for critically ill, post-operative, ventilator, post cardiac arrest, post heart cath, hemodynamic stabilization and other critically ill patients in the units.
RN ICU LocationPlano, Texas, United States CategoryNursing Job TypeFull Time Day Job Job Id25000782 Save Baylor Heart Hospital Plano Shift: Full Time Days | 6:45am - 7:15pm | 3/12's per week Registered Nurse - Telemetry/Progressive Care Unit/ICU - Universal Bed Cub Model Patient Population: Heart, Lung, and Vascular. Post procedural (including post cath/EP) advanced heart failure and more. Department Specifics: Department is full of driven, self-motivated, continual learners. The 3rd Floor Tele Progressive Care Unit is a fast-paced environment that includes high acuity cardiovascular patients. Number of Unit beds: 24 Patient Ratios: PCU: 1:3, TELE 1:4, ICU 1:2 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 You'll 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. You'll 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. 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 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. Required Experience: Candidate MUST have minimum of 1-2 years recent, full-time Telemetry and/or Cardiac Progressive Care. (Prefer 2+ years of experience that includes cardiovascular PCU, Step Down or Intermediate Care) About Us At Baylor Scott & White Health, we promote well-being for everyone. It's the largest healthcare system in Texas that encourages healthy living. Our Core Values are: We serve faithfully by doing what's 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 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 At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority. 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.