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Registered Nurse - PRN

Texas Health Resources, Southlake, TX, United States


Registered Nurse II – PACU Department
Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together

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Work location:

Texas Health Southlake, 1545 E Southlake Blvd, TX 76092

Work hours:

PRN

PACU Department Highlights

Clinical Excellence

Professional Development

Strong Leadership

Cutting edge Tech use (EHR)

Here’s What You Need

Nursing Diploma Nursing is required Or

Associate's Degree Nursing is required Or

Bachelor's Degree Nursing is preferred

1 Year Experience as a Registered Nurse or completion of an RN residency program is required

RN - Registered Nurse Upon Hire is required And

BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly is required And

ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support 90 Days is required And

PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support 90 Days is required

A high degree of confidentiality, positive interpersonal skills, and ability to function in a fast-paced environment.

What You Will Do

Basic Human Needs - Responds to others' priorities regarding safety, physical, psychological and social needs. The professional nurse exhibits understanding of basic human needs by demonstrating: a. Attention to emotional, social, and self-esteem needs b. Regular assessment and maintenance of comfort c. Knowledge of basic physiology and pathophysiology d. Knowledge of human emotions during health and illness e. Knowledge of human development across the life span f. Knowledge of pain and suffering, pain interventions and pain comfort/theories. Provides safe patient care as evidenced.

Using barcode medication verification (BMV) during medication administrations 2. Completing accurate documentation in the electronic health record 3. Completing assessments accurately and in a timely manner 4. Individualizing care plans specific to the needs of the patient 5. Providing consistent attention to airway, intake, elimination, sleep, rest, mobility and hygiene needs The professional nurse demonstrates an appreciation of unique meanings by: a. Using active listening b. Exemplifying a non-judgmental attitude c. Tolerating both positive and negative ideas or expressions d. Demonstrating flexibility e. Eliciting patient values and preferences f. Developing personal relationships with patients/significant others

Mutual Problem Solving - Professional behaviors that help patients and families understand how to confront, learn about, and think about their health and illness; involves a reciprocal, shared approach with resulting decisions acceptable to involved parties. The professional nurse demonstrates mutual problem solving by: a. Providing information, using up to date literature, approved tools including EMMI and demonstrates knowledge of patient's unique learning approach. b. Validating patient knowledge through use of teach back method c. Accepting feedback from patients and adopting patient ideas d. Prioritizing and individualizing care delivery based on professional judgment e. Using listening skills and demonstrating knowledge of how to engage others

Additional Perks Of Being a Texas Health Registered Nurse

Benefits include 401k, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Discount Programs, as well as other benefits.

Delivery of high-quality patient care

Strong Unit Based Council (UBC).

A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

Feel free to email your questions to recruitment@texashealth.org

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