RN Emergency Dept Night PRN

Facility & Position Details

Location: Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Lakeway, TX. Position type: PRN. Shift: Night (7 p.m. – 7 a.m.) with a minimum of 3 shifts in a 6‑week period. The 23‑bed Emergency Department operates as a Level IV trauma center (practicing as Level III) with a 4:1 patient ratio.

Department Overview

The Emergency Department provides critical and life‑threatening care for patients of all ages, supported by a multidisciplinary team and board‑certified emergency physicians. Services include a Chest Pain Team, STEMI Designated Center, Resuscitation Center of Excellence, and CalmerKids Certified pediatric care. Specialty physicians are on call 24 hours for general and vascular surgery, neurosurgery, orthopedics, neurology, cardiology, pediatrics, nuclear medicine, and internal medicine. The department has 24‑hour access to laboratory, X‑ray, and surgical services.

About Us

Baylor Scott & White Health is the largest not‑for‑profit healthcare system in Texas, dedicated to the well‑being of individuals, families, and communities. 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 experiences.

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse on the unit is a key player in patient‑care management, following our nursing practice model. RN’s use the nursing process to assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, collaborating with the healthcare team to deliver effective, evidence‑based treatment.

Essential Functions

• Prioritize patient needs and create, implement, and assess care plans to achieve outcomes, adapting plans as necessary.
• Observe clinical indicators closely and support evidence‑based changes with research and hands‑on learning.
• Create a caring, safe environment for patients, families, and staff.
• Build professional relationships while maintaining appropriate boundaries.
• Manage emotional and physical pain to promote healing and reduce suffering.
• Facilitate learning for patients, families, and the healthcare team.
• Collaborate with colleagues and the community to develop and execute an integrated plan of care.
• Apply problem‑solving strategies and utilize available resources as part of a systems‑thinking approach.

Key Success Factors

• Familiarity with nursing and patient‑care standards and procedures.
• Awareness of legal requirements and accreditation standards specific to the hospital and department.
• Strong command of medical terminology with focus on health promotion, risk reduction, and disease prevention.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with diverse stakeholders.
• Critical thinking and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to identify and report changes in patient conditions and modify care plans accordingly.
• Basic computer skills for day‑to‑day assignments.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited nursing program (or equivalent experience).
• At least 2 years of relevant nursing experience.
• Current Registered Nurse license in Texas.
• Current BLS certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of start date.

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.
• Additional benefits may vary based on position type and level.

Schedule

Night shift (7 p.m. – 7 a.m.) on a PRN basis, requiring a minimum of three shifts within a six‑week period.