Nurse Extern - Neuro ICU- PRN Nights

Nurse Extern - Neuro ICU - Night Shift, PRN

Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together Work location: Texas Health Fort Worth 1301 Pennsylvania Ave. Fort Worth, TX 76104 Work hours: PRN, Night Shift: 7:00PM - 7:00AM Department Highlights 22 bed Neuro Surgical Intensive Care Unit, Nurse: Patient ratio 1:2 Department is three times Beacon Reward Recipient Stroke, MSOF patients, CRRT, Vent-patients and all forms of life support Brain Tumor and Spine program The department prides itself in high performing staff with excellent critical thinking skills Self-Scheduling that helps with work/life balance as well as opportunities for educational and career growth Robust Unit Based Council (UBC) and engaged leadership team High acuity, high volume department

Qualifications Here's What You Need High School Diploma or Equivalent Required CNA - Certified Nurses Aide Upon Hire Required Or PCT Training Program Upon Hire Required Or Other Junior I or higher level Professional Nursing student with proof of completion on nursing fundamentals. Upon Hire Required And BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly Required And CPI - Crisis Prevention Intervention Training Maintained Annually 90 Days Required

What You Will Do Patient Care & Support: Provides assistance according to the plan of care, supports activities of daily living based on patient/family preferences, and serves as a patient advocate. Data Collection & Communication: Collects patient data, identifies and reports significant findings to the nurse, and communicates per department expectations including ethical and legal concerns. Admission, Transfer & Discharge: Assists in patient transitions and ensures documentation is accurate and appropriate throughout the process. Technical Skills & Safety: Performs procedures safely and proficiently, enters orders when applicable, and takes action to reduce or eliminate patient risk while maintaining a clean and safe environment. Collaboration & Cultural Sensitivity: Works in partnership with nurses and other disciplines to adapt care for diverse populations, incorporating cultural and religious needs. Teamwork & Flexibility: Demonstrates adaptability to changing schedules or workloads, welcomes new team members, and uses interpersonal skills to foster a supportive work environment. Professional Development & Improvement: Maintains and enhances care skills, seeks supervision when needed, participates in process improvement, and adheres to National Patient Safety Goals and personnel policies.