Nurse Extern- Trauma ICU, PRN Nights

Nurse Extern - Trauma ICU (PRN Nights) Work location: Texas Health Fort Worth – 1301 Pennsylvania Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76104. What You Need High School Diploma or equivalent required. Certified Nurse's Aide (C.N.A.) certification upon hire required, or PCT Training Program Upon Hire required, or Junior or higher-level Professional Nursing student with proof of completion on nursing fundamentals upon hire required. Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) required prior to providing independent patient care and must be maintained quarterly. Possesses organizational skills to function in a fast-paced work environment, positive interpersonal skills, and good verbal and written communication skills. 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. Additional perks of being a Texas Health Nurse Extern Benefits include 401k and 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. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employees or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. #J-18808-Ljbffr Texas Health Resources