RN M/S Observation Days

About the Role

Joining Texas Health Huguley means being part of a community that values the wholeness of each person and serves to uplift others in body, mind, and spirit. You will thrive professionally and grow spiritually while extending the Healing Ministry of Christ, contributing your unique experiences to a purpose‑minded team.

Job Description

• Assess, develop, implement, and evaluate comprehensive care plans with a multidisciplinary team in collaboration with patients and families.
• Conduct thorough assessments of patients' goals, biophysical, psychosocial, environmental, and discharge planning needs.
• Act as a liaison to post‑hospital care providers and community health resources.
• Manage patient transitions through the system, transferring accountability upon discharge.
• Attend practice group meetings and participate in regular peer reviews.
• Recognize and respond to life‑threatening situations according to protocol.
• Supervise, evaluate, and review patient care activities, ensuring quality care and adherence to nursing standards; provide constructive feedback and instruction to staff.
• Administer medications, IV fluids, and treatments accurately according to physician orders and nursing policies.
• Implement and manage emergency procedures, including Code Blue and life‑threatening dysrhythmias.
• Document patient care accurately, including drug allergies, lab data, diagnostic tests, and patient education.
• Maintain a clean, safe patient environment and ensure proper use and documentation of supplies and equipment.
• Follow CDC guidelines for sterile technique and isolation, demonstrate appropriate use of PPE, perform hand hygiene, and enforce safety regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiency in applying highly technical nursing principles, concepts, and techniques.
• Independent professional judgment on clinical issues, seeking supervisory input when needed.
• Compliance with all safety and infection‑control policies; ability to institute emergency measures for sudden adverse patient conditions.
• Responsibility for department supplies, equipment, and efficient time management of patient resources.
• Strong interpersonal skills for continuous interaction with employees, physicians, patients, and community agencies.
• Ability to work with pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients in a modern, well‑equipped environment, including potential exposure to aggressive or violent outbursts.
• Willingness to work weekends, irregular hours, holidays, and extended shifts; ability to stand/walk for prolonged periods.
• Physical capability to assist with lifting and moving patients, manual dexterity, and use of personal protective equipment as required.
• Frequent independent judgment and critical‑thinking skills for clinical assessment, data interpretation, and patient response.
• Ability to prioritize multiple duties, remain calm under stress, and provide quality patient care.
• Basic computer skills and proficiency in electronic medical record documentation.
• General knowledge of professional nursing principles, techniques, and pharmacology related to medication administration.
• Effective verbal and written communication to direct nursing services and encourage open exchange of ideas.
• Mental and emotional stability, courteous and calm demeanor with patients, visitors, and team members; ability to handle confidential information.
• Personal qualities: kindness, compassion, integrity, respect, sense of humor, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Critical‑thinking/problem‑solving, teamwork, tact, conflict resolution, organization, multitasking, and prioritization skills.
• Leadership abilities, complex problem‑solving, accurate EMR documentation, and professional bedside manner.
• Knowledge of health promotion and maintenance within assigned patient care areas.

Requirements

• Education: Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN) – required.
• Licensure: Registered Nurse (RN) – required.
• Certification: Basic Life Support – CPR (BLS) – required.
• Experience: 1+ year acute care experience – preferred.
• Physical Requirements: Must meet hospital‑standard physical requirements; see Physical Requirements for details.
• Additional licensure or certification may be required depending on unit or state; consult the relevant credential grid.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance from Day One
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance from Day One
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• 4 weeks 100% paid parental leave
• Career development opportunities
• Whole‑person well‑being resources
• Mental health resources and support
• Pet benefits

Schedule

Full‑time, Day shift (United States of America).

Pay

Range: $33.61 – $62.53 per hour.