RN CVICU

Baylor Scott & White Health; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Dallas is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Cardiac Universal Unit. Responsibilities include patient assessments, care planning, and collaboration with healthcare teams. Ideal candidates should have a minimum of 1-year ICU experience and a valid RN license. The role offers a $10,000 Sign-On Bonus and comprehensive benefits including tuition assistance.

Benefits

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Relocation Assistance

Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match

Qualifications

• Candidates must have an RN license and BLS certification.
• Minimum of 1-year experience in ICU, PCU, or Telemetry.
• Cardiac ICU experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed clinical assessments and create care plans.
• Educate patients and families on health choices.
• Work with the healthcare team to ensure quality care.

Skills

Nursing standards and procedures

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Patient care

Education

Graduation from an Accredited Nursing Program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Join Baylor Heart & Vascular Hospital (BHVH) Dallas as a Registered Nurse in the Cardiac Universal (CUB) Unit and be part of something better!

10,000 Sign-On Bonus and Relocation Assistance available for eligible candidates. External candidates must have a minimum of two (2) years of RN experience to qualify for the Sign-On Bonus. Relocation assistance is available for candidates moving 50+ miles from their current residence.

Patient Population: Post Cardiology Interventional, Post Vascular Surgical/Interventional, Advanced heart Failure. True Cardiac ICU-CRRT, Impella, Swan, AIBP, etc. This unit operates as a Cardiac Universal Bed (CUB) and includes Cardiac ICU and Cardiac Telemetry patients; all nurses on the unit must be comfortable caring for both.

Required Experience: Candidates must have a minimum of 1-year recent, full-time ICU, PCU, or Telemetry RN experience. Cardiac ICU and/or Cardiovascular ICU/CVICU experience preferred.

Shift: FT/Nights | 7p-7a | Three 12-hour shifts per week, rotating weekends

Patient Ratios: 1:2 ICU and 1:4 Telemetry

About Us

At Baylor Scott & White Health, we promote well-being for everyone. It is the largest healthcare system in Texas that encourages healthy living.

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 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

As a Registered Nurse, you will oversee patient care provided by the healthcare team using a professional practice model. Your responsibilities include patient assessment, recognizing health issues, creating care plans, and assessing patient responses.

What You'll Do

• Conduct detailed clinical assessments, prioritize patient and family needs, create, implement, and evaluate care plans. Adjust plans to reach desired outcomes.
• Build relationships, manage discomfort, and stay professional in therapeutic connections with patients and families.
• Create care plans reflecting values to aid in resolving issues.
• Educate patients, families, nurses, and community members to empower them with knowledge for better healthcare choices. Assess and document learning needs regularly.
• Work with colleagues and community to create a care plan. Delegate tasks carefully and follow up promptly.
• Use different strategies for problem-solving with patients, families, and staff. Recognize limitations and prioritize safety, effectiveness, and efficiency in patient care planning and delivery.
• Achieve goals through teamwork, recognize contributions, commit to growth. Contribute to peers' development, show community service commitment.

What Will Make You Successful in the Role

• A deep understanding of nursing and patient care standards, as well as procedures.
• Knowledge of 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.
• Positive social skills to facilitate interactions with a diverse range of parties.
• Excellent problem-solving capabilities, driving effective critical thinking.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office, information security, scheduling and payroll systems, electronic medical documentation, and email.

Belonging

We think everyone should feel welcomed, valued, and supported. Our workforce should mirror the communities we serve.

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Qualifications

• Grad of an Accredited Program
• Specialized field of study should be nursing.
• RN license.
• Must have BLS certification or get it within 30 days of starting in this role.
• Candidates must have minimum of 1-year recent, full-time ICU, PCU, or Telemetry RN experience. Cardiac ICU and/or Cardiovascular ICU/CVICU specific RN experience preferred.

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.