Registered Nurse - Med Surg

Hours of Work :12Days Of Week :3Work Shift :Job Description :Job Family: NursingJob Title:STAFF NURSE - 0635Reports To:• Nurse Manager• All Staff Nurses have a reporting relationship (direct or indirect) with the CNO.Inclement Weather Status: Required to report to workCategory B: Employee with Patient Care ImpactFLSA: Non-ExemptJob Purpose:• In this highly technical, fast-paced, and challenging nursing position, you'll work with multidisciplinary team members to provide our patients the best care. You'll be at the heart of our patient-centered care, valued for your compassion as you continually strive to improve the patient experience. With clear communication and dedication to building relationships that promote a collaborative environment, you'll be accountable for your performance and empowered to take initiative for your professional growth - while being engaged and eager to build a winning team.• Registered Nurse (RN) renders highly professional and technical nursing care to assigned patients. Provides direct and indirect patient care using the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation). Directs and supervises other assigned team members and collaborates with multidisciplinary team members to provide age/developmentally appropriate care in accordance with unit standards of care.• Supports 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 professional nursing in the state of Texas• Current Basic Life Support Certification• Additional certifications as required by departmentRelated Work Experience and Other Skills:• Knowledgeable about hospital policies, procedures, and nursing care standards and utilizes these when providing nursing care.• Work experience: Minimum 12 months RN experience or completion of Nurse Residency Program• Works with confidential materialJob Responsibilities:• Communicate clearly and openly• Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment• Be accountable for your performance• Always look for ways to improve the patient experience• Take initiative for your professional growth• Be engaged and eager to build a winning teamJob Roles:• Adheres to the general hospital standards to promote a cooperative work environment by utilizing communication skills, interpersonal relationships and team building.• Assumes responsibility for the nursing components of the patient/family/significant other educational processes.• Communicates to the team, co-workers, patients, and family members and evaluates understanding of informational manner.• Creates and maintains a safe and therapeutic environment for patients, self, coworkers, and facility.• Ensures complete, accurate, and timely written communication of patient information.• Provides a therapeutic environment through safe, accurate, and timely medication and IV administration.• Takes personal responsibility and initiative for performance and for professional growth and development.• Utilizes the nursing process to ensure quality patient care is provided throughout the episode of care.• Other duties as assignedAge-Specific Care Considerations:Vary Based on SpecialtyPhysical Demands and Work Environment:Physical Factors (% of Time):•20 - Standing Stationary•60 - Standing/Moving About•15 – Sitting•2 – Climbing•20 - Bending (stooping/crouching)•2 – Kneeling•1 – Crawling•30 – Reaching•90 – Handling•90 – Talking•0 - Driving•15 – SmellingHearing (% of Time):•100 - Normal Noise Level•0 - Occasional Loud Noise•0 - Constant/Very Loud Noise•0 - Constant Low Level NoiseHazardous Conditions (% of Time):•5 - Respiratory Irritants•50 - Skin Irritants•50 - Allergic Irritants•50 - Wet Work – Hands•1 - Wet Work – Feed•0 - Operation of Heavy Equipment•0 - Climbing of Ladders•0 - Working in High Places•50-75 - Use of Electrical Equipment•25-50 - Use of Sharp Utensils•80 - Exposure to Blood and Body FluidsCarrying (% of Time):•50 - Up to 10 Lbs•30 - 10-20 Lbs•10-30 - 20-50 Lbs•10 - 50-100 Lbs•0 - 100+ LbsLifting (% of Time):•45 - Up to 10 Lbs•30 - 10-20 Lbs•10-30 - 20-50 Lbs•10 - 50-100 Lbs•0 - 100+ LbsPush/Pull (% of Time):•10 - Up to 10 Lbs.•10 - 10-20 Lbs•30 - 20-50 Lbs•10 - 50-100 Lbs•10 - 100+ LbsVisual Demands (Yes or No):•Yes/No - Vision Essential•Yes/No - Vision Not EssentialEnvironmental Demands (% of Time):•100 – Indoor•0 – Outdoor•0 - Hot Environment•0 - Cold EnvironmentOther (% of Time):•10 - Visual StrainMethodist Mansfield Medical Center is a 294-bed, full-service acute-care hospital serving North Texas and certified as an Advanced Primary Stroke and Heart Attack Center by The Joint Commission. We are proud to be the first hospital in DFW to earn two AMSN PRISM Awards for exemplary nursing practice.We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where team members feel valued and supported. Our culture of excellence has earned national recognition, including:Magnet designation for nursing excellenceBecker’s Top 150 Places to Work in Healthcare (2023)Top 10 Military Friendly and Military Spouse Friendly Employer (2023)With advanced technology, patient-centered design, and a new ninth operating room added in 2025, Methodist Mansfield delivers high-quality, innovative care across services including Level III Trauma, NICU, and Maternal Care.Backed by more than 1,700 team members and 900 physicians, and actively engaged in our community, Methodist Mansfield is a place where your work matters—and your career can grow. #J-18808-Ljbffr Methodist-Health-System