Description

Facility: Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Austin

Shift/Status: Full Time, 36 hrs/wk *(This is a seasonal 13 week contract)*

Schedule: Day Shift (7am - 7pm)

*This is a mixed acuity unit- ideal candidates must have at minimum 2 years of direct ICU experience and must be willing to take med/surg, tele, IMC, and ICU assignments as required *

Main Nursing Unit

Patient Population: Medical Surgical, Orthopedics, Intermediate Care, Critical Care

*# of beds: 24

Patient Ratios: Med Surg/Tele - 1:4/5, Progressive Care/Intermediate Care - 1:3, Intensive Care - 1:2

About the Facility*

Baylor Scott & White - Austin is a full-service hospital, providing a wide network of medical expertise and resources. This facility has achieved Magnet recognition for its nursing professionalism, teamwork, and superiority in patient care.

Baylor Scott & White - Austin features a 24-bed Main Nursing Unit which is a blended unit with three levels of acuity and operates from a multidisciplinary approach in providing the highest standards of nursing care to patients and families. The facility also offers 24/7 emergency services (an 8-bed Emergency Department) and surgical services (offering adult and pediatric surgeries).

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 exceptional experience.

Benefits Our 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:

• 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.

Job Summary As a Seasonal RN, you align with our nursing model, manage patient care, evaluate, recognize, create, implement care plans. Monitor patient progress is also vital. Your knowledge will help patients navigate the healthcare system safely, reducing complications. You will use your expertise to understand patient needs and the healthcare environment.

Essential Functions of the Role

• Using good judgment and clinical reasoning, conduct thorough assessments following practice standards.

• Identify patient and family needs, then develop, implement, and evaluate nursing care plans accordingly. Make adjustments as needed.

• Creating safe, therapeutic environments for patients, families, and staff.

• Managing emotional and physical pain to promote recovery and prevent unnecessary suffering.

Key Success Factors

• Comprehensive knowledge of standards and procedures in nursing and patient care.

• Effective communication skills to articulate thoughts clearly and interact with diverse groups of people.

• Proficient problem-solving abilities and critical thinking skills to provide quality patient care.

• Flexibility and excellent communication for sharing changes in patient health conditions promptly and efficiently.

Belonging Statement We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Qualifications

• A degree from a recognized nursing program or two years of relevant work experience

• A minimum of (1) one year's experience in the field of nursing

• A valid Registered Nurse license

• The ability to obtain a Basic Life Support certification within the first 30 days of employment.