Registered Nurse - PCU - Full-Time, 7P

Registered Nurse (RN) – PCU – Full-time, 7PBring your passion to Texas Health so we are better + togetherWork location: Texas Health Southwest, 6100 Harris Parkway, Fort Worth, TX 76132Work hours: Full-time, 36 hours weekly, 3-12 hours shifts, 7p – 7a shiftDepartment Highlights36 bed PCU Department; Nurse/Patient Ratio: 1:4 depending on acuityPatient population: intermediate /telemetry level of care for the post-acute stroke, general medical, endocrine GI/renal patient populationMAGNET facilityLevel III Trauma CenterPrimary Stroke centerStroke/Neuro designated unitEnjoy self-scheduling to help with work/life balance.Excellent opportunities for educational and career growth including advancement opportunities in leadershipHere's What You NeedNursing Diploma or Associate Degree in Nursing required; BSN preferredCurrent RN licensure or compact licensure recognized by the Texas Board of Nursing upon hireBCLS – prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterlyACLS – within 90 days of hireCPI – Crisis Prevention Intervention Training – within 90 days of hireNIHSS – within 90 days of hire1-year experience as a registered nurse or completion of an RN residency program requiredPCU/Tele and/or strong Med/Surg experience preferredIn addition to the required qualifications, a successful RN willdemonstrate a high degree of confidentiality, positive interpersonal skills, and ability to function in a fast-paced environment.The professional nurse exhibits understanding of basic human needs.The professional nurse demonstrates recognition and understanding of patient's affiliations.What You Will DoDelivers care to patients utilizing the Nursing Processassesses the patientplans the care of the patientintervenes as appropriateevaluates the effectiveness of interventionsIncorporates age specific safety/infection control measures into patient care.Initiates action to meet patient and/or significant others need for informationMaintains continuity of patient care inter-shift, inter-hospital, and while expediting out of hospital transfersAdditional Perks Of Being a Texas Health NurseBenefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, student Loan forgiveness as well as several other benefits.Delivery of high quality of patient care through nursing education, nursing research and innovations in nursing practice.Strong Unit Based Council (UBC).A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.Explore our Texas Health careers site for info like Benefits, Job Listings by Category, recent Awards we've won and more.Feel free to email your questions to View email address on click.appcast.io.