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n$15,000 sign-on bonus available for external candidates with a minimum of 2yr RN experience!
nRelocation assistance is offered for eligible candidates relocating 50+ miles.
nMust be within 30 mins call radius
nPosition: Invasive Cardiology RN Cath Lab
nPatient Population: Adult Cardiology, Electrophysiology and Vascular patients
n**Status: ** Full Time Days **Shift: ** 4/10 Hour Days
nCall Requirements: One day a week and one weekend every six weeks. Must be within 30min call radius.
n**Experience Required: ** Minimum 2 years of high-level Cardiovascular ICU/CVICU and/or Cath Lab RN experience. Will consider ER candidates with minimum 2 years of level I Trauma experience.
nPatient Ratios: Cath/RP team comprised of RN’s and Rad Techs working in 3-4 person teams to manage procedural patient care, collaborating with the proceduralist and anesthesia providers.
nNumber of Beds: 5 total invasive cardiology labs, including 2 electrophysiology labs.
nHere 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.
nHere 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.
nOur Core Values are:
nnnWe serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
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nnWe never settle by constantly striving for better.
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nnWe are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
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nnWe make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
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n nBenefits
nOur benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:
nnnImmediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
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nn401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
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nnTuition Reimbursement
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nnPTO accrual beginning Day 1
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n nNote: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.
nJob Summary
nThe 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. Delegation also considers each patient's condition and the employee's competencies.
nEssential Functions of the Role
nnnClinical Judgment: Using clinical reasoning, conducts accurate assessments according to standards. Identifies and prioritizes patient and family needs. Develops, implements, and evaluates the nursing care plan. Modifies the plan to meet outcomes.
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nnClinical Inquiry: Evaluates nursing practice quality and effectiveness, including nursing indicators. Supports evidence-based practice changes through research and learning. Participates in quality improvement initiatives.
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nnCaring Practices: Creates an attentive, helpful, safe, and therapeutic environment for patients, families, and staff. Develops therapeutic relationships with patients and families and maintains appropriate boundaries. Manages emotional and physical pain to promote relief and healing and prevent unnecessary suffering.
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nnRecognizes and appreciates a patient's and family's unique differences. Incorporates culture, beliefs, gender, race, ethnicity, lifestyle, status, age, and values into a care plan.
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nnAdvocacy and Moral Agency: Preserves and protects the confidentiality, autonomy, dignity, and rights of patients and families. Represents their concerns. Creates an individualized plan that reflects patient and family values and goals. Identifies and helps resolve ethical and clinical concerns.
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nnFacilitation of Learning: Facilitates learning for patients, families, nursing staff, health care team, and community. Integrates education throughout care to help them make informed health care recommendations. Includes health promotion and disease prevention. Assesses and documents learning needs and outcomes.
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nnPartnership: Works collaboratively with colleagues and community to create and implement a care plan. Open to all team members' unique contributions. Delegates tasks to appropriate staff and ensures timely follow-up.
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nnSystems Thinking: Uses strategies and resources for problem-solving for patients, family, and staff. Recognizes limited resources and considers safety, effectiveness, and efficiency in planning and delivering patient care.
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nnProfessionalism improves nursing practice and the work environment. It involves participating in mutual governance and decision-making processes. It also includes recognizing the contributions of others. Participates in the staffing process from education and planning to evaluation. Identifies personal goals and pursues ongoing professional growth through continuing education. Engages in networking with professional colleagues and involvement in nursing organizations. Involves self-study, professional reading, certification, and seeking advanced degrees. Contributes to the professional development of peers and colleagues. Demonstrates commitment to community service.
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n nKey Success Factors
nnnKnowledge and expertise of nursing and patient care standards and procedures.
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nnKnow laws, rules, and regulations; standards and guidelines of certifying bodies; hospital and department standards, protocols, policies, and procedures for nursing care in the assigned area.
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nnKnowledge of medical terminology, health promotion, risk reduction, and disease prevention and management. Understanding of medications, common dosages, effects, and possible adverse reactions.
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nnKnowledge of medical and professional nursing ethics and patient privacy rights.
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nnMust be able to communicate thoughts clearly, both verbally and in writing.
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nnSocial skills to interact with a wide range of constituencies.
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nnMust have critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
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nnObserve changes in patients' medical conditions and communicate them to nursing staff and physicians.
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nnProvide 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.
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nnGeneral computer skills include Microsoft Office, information security, scheduling and payroll systems, electronic medical documentation, and email.
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n nBelonging Statement
nWe believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.
nQUALIFICATIONS
nnnEDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program or (2) two years of work experience above the minimum qualification
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nnMAJOR - Nursing
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nnMAJOR - Nursing
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nnMAJOR - Nursing
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nnMAJOR - Nursing
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nnMAJOR - Nursing
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nn**Experience Required: ** Minimum 2 years of high-level Cardiovascular ICU/CVICU and/or Cath Lab RN experience. Will consider ER candidates with minimum 2 years of level I Trauma experience.
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nnCERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -Basic Life Support (BLS),Registered Nurse (RN)
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nnACLS (ACLS): Must have both Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) within (30) thirty days of hire.
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n nAs 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. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. 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.
Worksite address
dallas, TX, 75215, US
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