Job Description\n\nFacility: Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Lakeway, TX\nDepartment: General Medical Surgical Unit, Cardiac, Pulmonology, GI, Urology, General Surgery, some Post Op, Stroke, Dementia, Infectious Disease\nStatus: Full Time, 36 hrs. per week\nShift: Day Shift, (7am-7pm- self-scheduling with rotating weekends)\n40 Beds\nPatient Ratio: 5:1 \nWe are a certified STEMI and STROKE facility. It is fast-paced and being proactive is the best way to complete your tasks.\nWe are a team as well as a family, we recognize those going for a certification or working on completing school or getting married/having a baby and anything in-between. We like to have fun and learn from each other. We are inclusive and want the team to grow in their career goals.\nGrowth and Learning Opportunities: Educational classes (RQI, IV class, CLABSI, CHARGE NURSE to name a few), accommodate school schedules, have skills fair, continuing education.\nWe are not a specialty unit; we need to know a little about a lot of medical problems. In Med Surg, we see it all, we get to have a relationship with our patients as well as help in their health journey, we care for everyone and in doing so create a good, trusting healthcare experience. We work hard to grow our team to achieve their career goals.\nIn Addition: We have created small groups so all staff members can be involved with quality metrics and know what they are doing is making an impact. \n\nAbout Us\nHere 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.\nOur Core Values are:\n\nWe serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.\nWe never settle by constantly striving for better.\nWe are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.\nWe make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.\n\nBenefits\nOur benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:\n\nEligibility on day 1 for all benefits\nDollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%\nDebt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more\nImmediate access to time off benefits\n\nAt Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority.\nNote: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level\nJob Summary\nAs 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.\nEssential Functions of the Role\n\nAs an RN, conduct detailed clinical assessments and prioritize patient and family needs. Create, implement, and evaluate care plans. Adjust plans to reach desired outcomes.\nBuilding relationships, managing discomfort, staying professional are vital in therapeutic connections with patients and families.\nCreating care plans reflecting values aids in resolving issues.\nYou will help educate patients, families, nurses, and community members. Empower them with knowledge for better healthcare choices. Assess and document learning needs regularly.\nWork with colleagues and community to create a care plan. Delegate tasks carefully and follow up promptly.\nYou'll 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.\nAchieve goals through teamwork, recognize contributions, commit to growth. Contribute to peers' development, show community service commitment.\n\nKey Success Factors\n\nA deep understanding of nursing and patient care standards, as well as procedures.\nKnow nursing laws, rules, standards, and guidelines in your area. Understand hospital procedures and rules.\nProficiency in medical terms, focusing on health, disease prevention, management, common meds, and their side effects.\nRespect for medical and professional nursing ethics and patient privacy rights.\nExceptional communication skills, allowing for clear expression of thoughts both verbally and in writing.\nPositive social skills to facilitate interactions with a diverse range of parties.\nExcellent problem-solving capabilities, driving effective critical thinking.\nBasic computer skills, encompassing areas such as Microsoft Office, information security, scheduling and payroll systems, electronic medical documentation, and email.\n\nBelonging Statement\nWe believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve.QualificationsGrad of an Accredited ProgramSpecialized field of study should be nursing.RN license.Must have BLS certification or get it within 30 days of starting in this role.