Care of - laboratory nurse

Cath Lab Registered Nurse (RN)About Us Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well. Job Summary The Cath Lab Registered Nurse (RN) is a licensed professional. The RN uses the BSWH nursing model to coordinate patient care. Using the nursing process, the RN assesses the patient and identifies nursing diagnoses. The RN develops and implements an individualized care plan and evaluates the patient's response. The RN promotes safe passage for patients by using knowledge of patient needs. The RN helps patients transition through healthcare without preventable complications or delays. The RN delegates interventions to healthcare personnel based on the Texas Nursing Practice Act. Develops, implements, and evaluates the nursing care plan. Evaluates nursing practice quality and effectiveness, including nursing indicators. Participates in quality improvement initiatives.Incorporates culture, beliefs, gender, race, ethnicity, lifestyle, status, age, and values into a care plan.Identifies and helps resolve ethical and clinical concerns.Key Success Factors Knowledge and expertise of nursing and patient care standards and procedures. hospital and department standards, protocols, policies, and procedures for nursing care in the assigned area. Knowledge of medical terminology, health promotion, risk reduction, and disease prevention and management. Knowledge of medical and professional nursing ethics and patient privacy rights. Must be able to communicate thoughts clearly, both verbally and in writing. Observe changes in patients' medical conditions and communicate them to nursing staff and physicians. Provide age-specific, quality, patient-centered care through the nursing process. Respect the diversity of human experience. Develop, evaluate, implement, and modify patient care plans as needed. General computer skills include Microsoft Office, information security, scheduling and payroll systems, electronic medical documentation, and email.Belonging Statement We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve.QualificationsEducation - Grad of an Accredited Program or (2) two years of work experience above the minimum qualificationMajor - NursingExperience - (2) Two Years of ExperienceCertification/License/Registration - Basic Life Support (BLS), Registered Nurse (RN) ACLS (ACLS): Must have both Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) within (30) thirty days of hire.