REGISTERED NURSE - NEUROSURGERY PROGRESSIVE CARE

Job Title

STAFF NURSE - 0635

Reports To Nurse Manager Hours of Work 6:45 pm – 7:15 am Days of Week Varying Work Shift 12X3 Night (United States of America) Category Employee with Patient Care Impact FLSA Status Non-Exempt Job Purpose Provide highly professional and technical nursing care to assigned patients in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to deliver patient-centered care, promoting a collaborative environment. Accountable for performance and empowered to take initiative for professional growth. Support the mission, vision, values, and strategic goals of Methodist Health System. Job Requirements Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing; BSN preferred. Current license to practice nursing in the state of Texas. Current Basic Life Support Certification. Additional certifications as required by department. Minimum 12 months RN experience or completion of a Nurse Residency Program. Knowledgeable about hospital policies, procedures, and nursing care standards. Ability to work with confidential material. Related Work Experience And Other Skills Experience with hospital policies, procedures, and nursing care standards. Minimum 12 months RN experience or completion of a Nurse Residency Program. Work with confidential material. Job Responsibilities Communicate clearly and openly. Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment. Take initiative for professional growth. Look for ways to improve the patient experience. Be accountable for performance and engage in team building. Assume responsibility for nursing components of patient/family education. Ensure complete, accurate, and timely written communication of patient information. Provide a therapeutic environment through safe medication and IV administration. Utilize the nursing process to ensure quality patient care throughout the episode of care. Perform other related duties as assigned. Job Roles Adhere to general hospital standards to promote a cooperative work environment. Assume responsibility for nursing components of patient/family education. Communicate with team, co‑workers, patients, and families and evaluate understanding. Create and maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients, self, and coworkers. Ensure accurate and timely written communication of patient information. Provide safe, accurate, and timely medication and IV administration. Takes personal responsibility and initiative for performance and professional growth. Utilize the nursing process to ensure quality patient care. Other duties as assigned. Age‑Specific Care Considerations Vary based on specialty. Physical Demands And Work Environment Physical Factors (% of Time): Standing Stationary 20% , Standing/Moving About 60% , Sitting 15% , Climbing 2% , Bending (stooping/crouching) 20% , Kneeling 2% , Crawling 1% , Reaching 30% , Handling 90% , Talking 90% , Driving 0% , Smelling 15% Hearing (% of Time): Normal Noise Level 100% , Occasional Loud Noise 0% , Constant/Very Loud Noise 0% , Constant Low Level Noise 0% Hazardous Conditions (% of Time): Respiratory Irritants 5% , Skin Irritants 50% , Allergic Irritants 50% , Wet Work – Hands 50% , Wet Work – Feet 1% , Operation of Heavy Equipment 0% , Climbing of Ladders 0% , Working in High Places 0% , Use of Electrical Equipment 50‑75% , Use of Sharp Utensils 25‑50% , Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids 80% Carrying (% of Time): Up to 10 Lbs 50% , 10‑20 Lbs 30% , 20‑50 Lbs 10‑30% , 50‑100 Lbs 10% , 100+ Lbs 0% Lifting (% of Time): Up to 10 Lbs 45% , 10‑20 Lbs 30% , 20‑50 Lbs 10‑30% , 50‑100 Lbs 10% , 100+ Lbs 0% Push/Pull (% of Time): Up to 10 Lbs 10% , 10‑20 Lbs 10% , 20‑50 Lbs 30% , 50‑100 Lbs 10% , 100+ Lbs 10% Visual Demands: Vision Essential (Yes/No). Environmental Demands (% of Time): Indoor 100% , Outdoor 0% , Hot Environment 0% , Cold Environment 0% Other (% of Time): Visual Strain 10% Skills Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Adaptability in a fast‑paced, technical environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dallas Center United Methodist