Night Shift ICU Nurse, Doctor's Hospital

RN ICU Nights | College Station

About Baylor Scott & White Health

Baylor Scott & White Health is the largest not for profit healthcare system in Texas, committed to promoting the well-being of individuals, families, and communities.

Our core values are serving faithfully, never settling, working together, and making an impact.

Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits

• Tuition reimbursement
• The Registered Nurse (RN) provides comprehensive nursing care to critically ill patients in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Responsibilities include assessing patient conditions, developing and implementing individualized care plans, monitoring responses to treatment, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

The RN follows the Texas Nursing Practice Act and applicable hospital policies, prioritizes patient safety, and delegates responsibilities appropriately based on patient needs and team competencies.

Develop, implement, evaluate, and adjust individualized plans of care.

• Monitor patient conditions, recognize changes in clinical status, and respond appropriately to emergencies.
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatments, and ongoing care needs.
• Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care and support positive outcomes.
• Delegate tasks appropriately and provide guidance to other members of the healthcare team.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and follow nursing standards, hospital policies, and patient privacy requirements.

Current RN license required.

• Knowledge of nursing standards, patient safety practices, and medication administration.
• Ability to prioritize care and respond effectively in a fast paced critical care environment.

Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

• Shift: Nights, 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
• Unit size: 16 beds
• Medical, surgical, cardiac, and some trauma patients
• As a Registered Nurse, oversee patient care using a professional practice model. Responsibilities include patient assessment, recognizing health issues, creating care plans, and assessing patient responses. Secure patient travel. Know about patient needs in healthcare. Help patients and prevent issues. Follow the Texas Nursing Practice Act and delegate tasks based on condition and team competencies.

As an RN, conduct detailed clinical assessments and prioritize patient and family needs. Create, implement, and evaluate care plans. Building relationships, managing discomfort, staying professional are vital in therapeutic connections with patients and families.

Creating care plans reflecting values aids in resolving issues.

You will help educate patients, families, nurses, and community members. Empower them with knowledge for better healthcare choices. Assess and document learning needs regularly.

Work with colleagues and community to create a care plan. Recognize limitations and prioritize safety, effectiveness, and efficiency in patient care planning and delivery.

Contribute to peers' development, show community service commitment.

A deep understanding of nursing and patient care standards, as well as procedures.

Know nursing laws, rules, standards, and guidelines in your area. Understand hospital procedures and rules.

Proficiency in medical terms, focusing on health, disease prevention, management, common meds, and their side effects.

Respect for medical and professional nursing ethics and patient privacy rights.

Exceptional communication skills, allowing for clear expression of thoughts both verbally and in writing.

Basic computer skills, encompassing areas such as Microsoft Office, information security, scheduling and payroll systems, electronic medical documentation, and email.

Specialized field of study should be nursing.

RN license.

As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.