RN Pediatric Emergency Room Nights

About the Role

Join BSWH McLane Children's Hospital as an Emergency Room Registered Nurse. The #1 city in the nation for Nursing opportunities and advancement.

About the Facility

Baylor Scott & White McLane Children's Medical Center - Temple has a 20-bed emergency room designed to address the unique needs of infants, children and adolescents. The emergency department is equipped to handle all types of emergencies - from minor sprains and strains to major trauma. American College of Surgeons (ACS) Committee on Trauma has verified Baylor Scott & White McLane Children's as a Level II pediatric trauma center, making it the only pediatric trauma center between Dallas and Austin and the only Pediatric Hospital for Baylor Scott and White. McLane Children's is also a Magnet designated facility.

Specialized equipment and features include:

• Specialized equipment-from beds to blood pressure cuffs-designed just for children
• A new "Flash" CT scanner, one of only three in the country, which takes images at twice the speed and at a lower dose of radiation than other CT units
• Spacious family-friendly rooms designed to better accommodate parents and siblings
• A Child Life team to help children and their families cope with the stress and anxiety of medical treatment in a positive way
• 24-hour pediatric emergency department and verified trauma center equipped to deal with the most serious pediatric trauma cases
• Pediatric surgery with five advanced surgical suites and a three-room procedure suite
• Advanced Diagnostic Imaging Center with state-of-the-art MRI and a "Flash CT" scanner that emits the lowest effective level of radiation, reducing risk to smaller bodies, making scan times faster, and requiring less sedation
• VeinViewer® illumination device to help access small veins and arteries beneath the skin
• ECMO therapy, a lifesaving heart and lung treatment reserved for the sickest of patients and a designated level IV NICU
• Pediatric and neonatal transport ambulance and helicopter

"We are a very team-oriented unit, based on our values we are in it together. The staff are great to make sure that we help each other. We also have our Unit Based Council that works to have unit outings." - Manager of ED

Responsibilities

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. Know about patient needs in healthcare. Help patients and prevent issues. Follow the Texas Nursing Practice Act and delegate tasks based on condition and team competencies.

• Conduct detailed clinical assessments and prioritize patient and family needs
• Create, implement, and evaluate care plans; adjust plans to reach desired outcomes
• Build relationships, manage discomfort, stay professional in therapeutic connections with patients and families
• Create care plans reflecting values to aid in resolving issues
• Educate patients, families, nurses, and community members; empower them with knowledge for better healthcare choices
• Assess and document learning needs regularly
• Collaborate with colleagues and community to create a care plan
• Delegate tasks carefully and follow up promptly
• Use different strategies for problem-solving with patients, families, and staff
• Recognize limitations and prioritize safety, effectiveness, and efficiency in patient care planning and delivery
• Achieve goals through teamwork, recognize contributions, commit to growth
• Contribute to peers' development, show community service commitment

Qualifications

• Graduate of an Accredited Program with specialized field of study in nursing
• RN license
• BLS certification or must obtain within 30 days of starting

Skills

• Deep understanding of nursing and patient care standards, as well as procedures
• Knowledge of nursing laws, rules, standards, and guidelines in your area
• Understanding of hospital procedures and rules
• Proficiency in medical terms, focusing on health, disease prevention, management, common meds, and their side effects
• Respect for medical and professional nursing ethics and patient privacy rights
• Exceptional communication skills, allowing for clear expression of thoughts both verbally and in writing
• Positive social skills to facilitate interactions with a diverse range of parties
• Excellent problem-solving capabilities, driving effective critical thinking
• Basic computer skills, encompassing areas such as Microsoft Office, information security, scheduling and payroll systems, electronic medical documentation, 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

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

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