RN ICU Days

Location: Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Plano – Full-Time Days, 3/12 hr. shifts

About the Role

Join a 32-bed Intensive Care Unit that serves a mixed adult medical/surgical population with a strong neurological focus. As a Comprehensive Stroke Center, we offer a wide range of interventions, including microvascular recovery services for breast-cancer reconstruction patients—a service unique to Plano. Our intensivist-led unit, opened in 2004, provides bedside surgical procedures and maintains a 1:2 patient-to-nurse ratio. The environment fosters dynamic learning, mentoring, and teamwork, with an open-door policy from management and administration.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed clinical assessments and prioritize patient and family needs.
• Create, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans, adjusting as needed to achieve desired outcomes.
• Build therapeutic relationships with patients and families, managing discomfort and maintaining professionalism.
• Educate patients, families, nurses, and the community to empower informed healthcare decisions.
• Assess and document learning needs regularly, collaborating with colleagues to develop comprehensive care plans.
• Delegate tasks appropriately based on team competencies and follow up promptly.
• Use problem-solving strategies to address challenges with patients, families, and staff.
• Recognize limitations and prioritize safety, effectiveness, and efficiency in care delivery.
• Work collaboratively to achieve goals, contribute to peer development, and demonstrate commitment to community service.
• Adhere to the Texas Nursing Practice Act and professional practice standards.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Minimum of 2 years of ICU RN experience.
• Active RN license in Texas.
• BLS certification (must obtain within 30 days of hire if not already certified).

Skills

• Deep understanding of nursing and patient care standards, procedures, and regulations.
• Proficiency in medical terminology, including health, disease prevention, management, and common medications/side effects.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for diverse interactions.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office, electronic medical documentation, scheduling, and payroll systems.
• Commitment to medical ethics, patient privacy, and professional nursing standards.

Benefits

• Market-competitive pay with a Registered Nurse Compensation Program for direct-care RNs, OR nurses, and PRNs.
• Attractive relocation benefit package for full-time candidates.
• Paid time off (PTO) and immediate eligibility for health/welfare benefits, including wellness programs.
• Tuition assistance for professional development.
• Retirement Savings Plan with dollar-for-dollar matching contributions up to 5% of eligible base salary.
• Access to over 4,000 hours of online continuing education.
• Strong professional practice model with autonomy, authority, and accountability.
• Inclusive culture with mutual respect and teamwork across the care team.

Facility & Culture

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Plano is a 160-bed, full-service acute care hospital serving the community since 2004. We offer a broad range of services, including oncology, digestive disease, weight loss surgery, orthopedics, neurology, neurosurgery, and interventional radiology. Recognized as a Comprehensive Stroke Center and Magnet-accredited for nursing excellence, we are part of the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas.

Our Christian ministry of healing promotes well-being for individuals, families, and communities. Our values-based culture emphasizes serving faithfully, empowering personal growth, and making an impact. We foster an environment where everyone feels accepted, respected, and empowered to use their talents to deliver exceptional care.