RN Emergency Room Evenings
Baylor Scott & White Health · Temple, TX · 1 mo ago
HealthcareInternship
Schedule
Full‑time, 3:00 pm – 3:00 am, 36 hours per week.
Why Join Our Emergency Department?
- Level I Trauma Center
- Certified Chest Pain and Stroke Center
- Approximately 220 patient visits per day
- 50 exam rooms and 6 trauma bays
- Collaborative multidisciplinary team environment
- Opportunities for shared governance, quality‑improvement projects, and leadership involvement
Unit Highlights
- Provides care for a diverse patient population, primarily adults with occasional pediatric patients
- Registered nurses are highly skilled in stroke activations, STEMI activations, trauma care, and emergency stabilization/intervention
- Evidence‑based emergency nursing practices
About the Role
As an Emergency Room Registered Nurse (RN) you will oversee patient care using a professional practice model. You will conduct detailed clinical assessments, recognize health issues, create and evaluate care plans, and assess patient responses. The role requires collaboration with physicians, advanced practice providers, social workers, registration teams, and support staff to ensure an exceptional patient experience.
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments and prioritize patient and family needs
- Create, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans; adjust plans to achieve desired outcomes
- Secure patient transport and coordinate travel as needed
- Recognize health issues early and intervene appropriately
- Educate patients, families, and community members to promote informed healthcare decisions
- Document learning needs and outcomes regularly
- Delegate tasks based on patient condition and team competencies; follow up promptly
- Maintain therapeutic relationships with patients and families, managing discomfort and staying professional
- Apply problem‑solving strategies with patients, families, and staff while recognizing limitations
- Prioritize safety, effectiveness, and efficiency in all aspects of patient care planning and delivery
- Contribute to team goals, recognize peer contributions, and support professional growth
- Participate in community service and peer development initiatives
Key Success Factors
- Deep understanding of nursing standards, procedures, and patient‑care guidelines
- Knowledge of state nursing laws, regulations, and hospital policies
- Proficiency in medical terminology, disease prevention, management, common medications, and side effects
- Respect for medical ethics, professional nursing standards, and patient privacy rights
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills for interacting with diverse individuals
- Excellent problem‑solving and critical‑thinking abilities
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office, electronic medical records, scheduling/payroll systems, and email
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program
- RN license in Texas
- BLS certification (or 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
- Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level