RN Cardiac PCU

Baylor Scott & White Health is the largest not-for-profit health care system in the state of Texas. With a commitment to and a track record of innovation, collaboration, integrity and compassion for the patient, Baylor Scott & White Health stands to be one of the nation's exemplary health care organizations.

Full Time - 36 hours/week - Day and Night shift available

Location: Temple, TX.

What we need:

We're currently seeking full-time experienced (18 Months+) Registered Nurses to join our team at Baylor Scott & White Memorial Hospital in Temple, Texas; The #1 one city in the nation for Nursing opportunities and advancement! Baylor Scott & White Memorial Hospital is a 636-bed specialty care teaching hospital and the only Level 1 Trauma Center between Dallas and Austin. This is a full-time position (36 hours per week).

Why the Cardiac Care Unit?

This 36-bed telemetry monitored nursing unit provides the opportunity to work with a wide variety of patients ranging in age from Adults to Geriatrics. The conditions that are within the scope of service for 4 south include but are not limited to the following:

• Myocardial Infarction

• Coronary Artery Bypass

• Pre/Post Heart Transplant Patients

• Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement

• Percutaneous Trans-luminal coronary angioplasty

• Chest Pain

• Congestive Heart Failure

• Vascular surgery

• Ventricular Assist Device (VAD)

• Invasive Hemodynamic Monitoring

Certifications: Ventricular Assistive Device Program, Chest Pain Center, Comprehensive Stroke Program, Transplant Program, ACLS/NIH within 6 months,

Integration with the Organization:

The Cardiac Care Unit works hand in hand with multidisciplinary teams of social services, case management, physical therapy, respiratory therapy and dietary. Care of patients on the Cardiac Care Unit are grounded on the principles of best evidence-based practices to provide quality care to patients. The unit values shared governance, professional growth, quality care & patient satisfaction to assist in fulfilling Baylor Scott & White's Mission values.

Requirements of the Ideal Candidate:

· Graduate of RN School of Nursing

· ADN required; BSN preferred

· Must be licensed to practice professional nursing by the Board of Nurse Examiners for the State of Texas

· Minimum 18 Months of RN experience, Acute Care or Hospital setting preferred

· Basic Life Support (BLS) Required.

Qualifications

• Grad of an Accredited Program

• Specialized field of study should be nursing.

• RN license.

• Must have BLS certification or get it within 30 days of starting in this role.

As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.