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Baylor Scott & White Temple - Pavilion Day Surgery Center

OR Nurse for busy Day Surgery department

2 years of OR circulating nurse experience required

PRN Variable Schedule, Monday-Friday

Overview

Ambulatory Day Surgery Center that primarily services sports medicine, ophthalmology, ENT, Plastics, Pain management, general surgery, surgical oncology, urology, and ob/gyn.

Unit Summary

8 suite OR / 27 pre/post rooms

No weekends, No holidays, No Call

Patient centered focus with interdepartmental collaboration and teamwork. This is a small unit that is like a family, not only do we take care of the patients but we take care of each other.

Friendly, fun and collaborative staff with top notch surgeons and anesthesia partners all working together to deliver excellent patient care

Benefits

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.

Our Core Values are:

+ We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.

+ We never settle by constantly striving for better.

+ We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.

+ We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our 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:

+ Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits

+ Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%

+ Debt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more

+ Immediate access to time off benefits

At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority.

Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse on Unit is a key player in patient care management, following our nursing practice model. They work with other health care staff to deliver patient care effectively. Our Registered Nurses use the nursing process efficiently. They diagnose patient responses to health issues and create care plans accordingly. It includes evaluating healthcare needs and responses.

Essential Functions of the Role

+ Prioritize needs. Create, implement, and assess care plan to achieve outcomes. Adapt plan as necessary.

+ Observe indicators closely, support evidence-based changes with research and hands-on learning.

+ Create a caring, safe environment for patients, families, and staff.

+ Build relationships with boundaries in mind. Focus on managing emotional and physical pain to promote healing and reduce suffering.

+ Facilitate learning for all members of the healthcare team, including patients, families, and nursing staff, ensuring everyone is well-informed.

+ Collaborate effectively with colleagues and the community to develop and execute an integrated plan of care.

+ Use problem-solving strategies and utilize available resources to support patients, family and staff as part of a systems thinking approach.

Key Success Factors

+ Familiarity with nursing and patient care standards and procedures.

+ Awareness of legal requirements and standards of certification and accreditation bodies, including the specifics of the hospital and respective department/unit.

+ Good command of medical terminology, with a focus on healthcare promotion, risk reduction, and disease prevention.

+ Effective communication skills, along with social aptitude for interacting with diverse stakeholders.

+ Possessing critical thinking and problem-solving skills is crucial.

+ Capability to identify and report changes in patient conditions, develop, and modify patient care plans as required.

+ Basic computer skills necessary for day-to-day assignments.

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.

Qualifications

+ Completion of an accredited RN program.

+ Field of Study: The applicable major should be nursing.

+ **A minimum of 2 years experience working in an OR**

+ Certification: Hold a BLS certificate now or obtain within 30 days of starting in this role.

+ Registered Nurse 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. 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.