RN PACU PRN Days

About the role

Department: Surgery

Position: PACU RN

Shift: PRN/Days, 1 12‑hr shift per week (5:30 a‑m–5:30 p m, 6:30 a‑m–6:30 p m, 7:30 a‑m–7:30 p m or 8:30 a‑m–8:30 p m)

Required Experience: 2 years of ICU RN experience

Preferred Experience: CVICU experience

Orientation will be held at The Heart Hospital Plano location: 1100 Allied Drive, Plano, TX 75093

Job Summary

As a Registered Nurse, oversee patient care using a professional practice model. Responsibilities include patient assessment, recognizing health issues, creating care plans, and assessing patient responses. Secure patient travel, understand patient needs, help patients and prevent issues, follow the Texas Nursing Practice Act, and delegate tasks based on condition and team competencies.

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well‑being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not‑for‑profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

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 an exceptional experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed clinical assessments and prioritize patient and family needs.
• Create, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans; adjust plans to achieve desired outcomes.
• Provide patient education and empower patients, families, nurses, and community members with health information.
• Delegate tasks appropriately based on patient condition and team competencies, and follow up promptly.
• Maintain therapeutic relationships with patients and families, managing discomfort and ensuring professional conduct.
• Collaborate with colleagues and community resources to develop and modify care plans.
• Apply problem‑solving strategies, recognize limitations, and prioritize safety, effectiveness, and efficiency in care delivery.
• Contribute to peer development, demonstrate community service commitment, and support team growth.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current RN license in Texas (or ability to obtain).
• Minimum 2 years of ICU RN experience; CVICU experience preferred.
• BLS certification required or obtainable within 30 days of start.
• Knowledge of nursing laws, regulations, hospital policies, and standards of practice.
• Proficiency in medical terminology, disease prevention, management, common medications and side effects.
• Adherence to medical and professional nursing ethics and patient privacy rights.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills for interaction with diverse populations.
• Effective problem‑solving and critical‑thinking abilities.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office, electronic medical documentation, scheduling, payroll systems, and email.

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 upon position type and/or level.