RN Tele Nights 5k Sign on Bonus

External candidates with a minimum of 2 years RN experience are eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus. Relocation assistance is offered for eligible candidates relocating 50+ miles.

About the role

Join Baylor The Heart Hospital Dallas as a Registered Nurse in the Cardiac Tele unit. Patient population includes post cardiotomy, cardiology interventional, post vascular surgical/interventional, and advanced heart failure patients.

Schedule: Full-time nights, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, three 12-hour shifts per week with rotating weekends.

Responsibilities

• Oversee patient care using a professional practice model, including patient assessment, recognizing health issues, creating care plans, and assessing patient responses.
• Secure patient travel and address patient needs in healthcare.
• Help patients and prevent issues while adhering to the Texas Nursing Practice Act; delegate tasks based on patient 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 therapeutic relationships with patients and families, managing discomfort and maintaining professionalism.
• Develop care plans reflecting patient values to aid in resolving issues.
• Educate patients, families, nurses, and community members to empower them with knowledge for better healthcare choices; assess and document learning needs regularly.
• Collaborate with colleagues and the community to create care plans; delegate tasks carefully and follow up promptly.
• Use problem-solving strategies with patients, families, and staff; recognize limitations and prioritize safety, effectiveness, and efficiency in patient care.
• Achieve goals through teamwork, recognize contributions, commit to growth, and contribute to peers' development while demonstrating a commitment to community service.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Active RN license.
• BLS certification (must obtain within 30 days of starting the role if not already certified).
• Minimum of 1 year of true, recent Telemetry RN experience.

Skills

• Deep understanding of nursing and patient care standards, as well as procedures.
• Knowledge of nursing laws, rules, standards, and guidelines in your area, as well as hospital procedures and rules.
• Proficiency in medical terminology, focusing on health, disease prevention, management, common medications, and their side effects.
• Respect for medical and professional nursing ethics and patient privacy rights.
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Positive social skills to facilitate interactions with a diverse range of parties.
• Excellent problem-solving capabilities and critical thinking.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office, information security, scheduling and payroll systems, electronic medical documentation, and email.

Benefits

Benefits are designed to help you live well and may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits.
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• PTO accrual beginning on day 1.

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