RN Critical Care Unit Nights

About the Role

Join the Critical Care Unit (CCU) at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Irving, working 3 night shifts per week (7p-7a). This fast-paced environment cares for high-acuity patients, including:

• Ventilators
• Central Line/Aline Management
• CRRT/Dialysis
• Critical Drips
• Post Cath Procedures
• STEMI
• Balloon Pumps
• Neuro/Stroke, tPA
• Unstable Post-Surgical
• Impella
• PCU/Tele/Med-Surg Downgrades

Patient ratios are 1:2-3, with 16 beds in the unit. The CCU is family and teamwork-oriented, prioritizing patient and staff safety, and has an active Unit Based Council.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed clinical assessments and prioritize patient and family needs.
• Create, implement, and evaluate care plans, adjusting to reach desired outcomes.
• Build therapeutic relationships with patients and families, managing discomfort and maintaining professionalism.
• Educate patients, families, nurses, and community members to empower informed healthcare choices.
• Assess and document learning needs regularly.
• Collaborate with colleagues and the community to develop care plans.
• Delegate tasks carefully and follow up promptly.
• Use problem-solving strategies for patients, families, and staff, recognizing limitations and prioritizing safety, effectiveness, and efficiency.
• Achieve goals through teamwork, recognize contributions, and commit to personal and peer growth.
• Oversee patient care using a professional practice model, including patient assessment, recognizing health issues, creating care plans, and assessing patient responses.
• Secure patient travel and address patient needs in healthcare.
• Help patients and prevent issues while adhering to the Texas Nursing Practice Act.
• Delegate tasks based on patient condition and team competencies.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• RN license.
• BLS certification (must obtain within 30 days of starting if not already certified).
• 2 years of recent ICU experience.
• BSN preferred.

Skills

• Deep understanding of nursing and patient care standards, procedures, and laws.
• Proficiency in medical terminology, focusing on health, disease prevention, management, common medications, and their side effects.
• Respect for medical and professional nursing ethics and patient privacy rights.
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Positive social skills for interacting with diverse parties.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking capabilities.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office, electronic medical documentation, scheduling and payroll systems, and email.

About the Organization

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Irving is a 293-bed community hospital established in 1964, delivering care through 32,991 outpatient visits, 76,730 emergency department visits, and 11,753 admissions annually. Over 2,000 babies are born at the facility each year. Specialties include oncology, digestive, and cardiovascular care. The hospital has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a "Best Hospital" for COPD, Heart Attack, Heart Failure, Pneumonia, Stroke, Kidney Failure, and Maternity Care. In 2022, it achieved its third Magnet Recognition for nursing excellence, received the Outstanding Achievement Award from the Commission on Cancer, and was voted Best Medical Center by the Greater Irving-Las Colinas Chamber of Commerce.

Baylor Scott & White Health is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas, promoting well-being for individuals, families, and communities. Core values include serving faithfully, striving for better, supporting one another, and making an impact.

Benefits

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits.
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1.

Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level.