Senior Registered Nurse (RN) - GenMed Cardiology Unit (Days)

Parkland Health & Hospital System; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in Dallas is seeking a Senior Registered Nurse to coordinate patient care in the GenMed Cardiology Unit. Candidates should possess an accredited nursing degree and a valid RN license, with preferred experience in acute care settings. This part-time role emphasizes patient-centered care and effective communication within a diverse healthcare team.

Qualifications

• Must have a current, valid RN license or temporary RN license from Texas.
• Preferred experience in an acute care setting.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills with patients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates patient care by assessing and implementing care plans.
• Provides continuous assessment and delivers patient-centered care.
• Identifies opportunities to improve work processes and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Nursing standards knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Education

Graduate from an accredited school of nursing

Job description

Senior Registered Nurse (RN) - GenMed Cardiology Unit (Days)

Location: Dallas, TX, US

Category: Nursing Jobs

Job Type: Night

Schedule Type: Part-Time

Requisition ID: 995613

Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether your abilities are in direct patient care or one of the many other areas of healthcare administration and support, everyone at Parkland works together to fulfill our mission: the health and well‑being of individuals and communities entrusted to our care. By joining Parkland, you become part of a diverse healthcare legacy that’s served our community for more than 125 years. Put your skills to work with us, seek opportunities to learn and join a talented team where patient care is more than a job. It’s our passion.

Primary Purpose

The RN is a licensed professional who uses the Parkland nursing professional practice model to coordinate patient care delivery by the health care team. Using the nursing process, the RN assesses the patient, identifies nursing diagnoses based on responses to health problems, develops and implements an individualized plan of care, and evaluates the patient’s response. The RN utilizes knowledge of patient needs and the healthcare environment to assist patients to transition through the healthcare encounter without any preventable complications or delays. The RN delegates interventions to health care personnel based on the Texas Nursing Practice Act, each patient’s condition, and the competencies of the employee.

Education

• Must be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing.

Experience

• Must have two years of nursing experience.
• Preferred experience in an acute care setting.

Equivalent Education and/or Experience

• None.

Certification/Registration/Licensure

• Must have a current, valid RN license or temporary RN license from the Texas Board of Nursing, or a valid Compact RN license.
• Must have a current healthcare provider CPR course completion card from one of the following: American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or Military Training Network.

Required Tests for Placement

• None.

Skills or Special Abilities

• Provides care to the assigned patient population in accordance with the current State of Texas Nurse Practice Act, established protocols, multidisciplinary plan of care, and clinical area‑specific standards.
• Provides continuous assessment, consults with other team members as required, and delivers nursing care that demonstrates patient‑centered/valued care.
• Exercises independent judgment in providing nursing care.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills and possesses good oral and written communication skills.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and hospital staff in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• May be required to communicate effectively via the overhead paging system.
• Demonstrates the ability to provide direction to non‑nursing staff, serve as a preceptor, and serve on rotation as a Charge Nurse.
• Prepares and conducts in‑service educational programs.
• Demonstrates patient‑centered/valued behaviors.
• Acceptable knowledge of nursing standards of care for specialty care areas as applicable.

Job Accountabilities

• Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements, and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the department and Parkland.
• Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices.
• Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines that impact the area. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable laws, accreditation agency requirements, and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as needed to ensure proper understanding.

Parkland Health and Hospital System prohibits discrimination based on age (40 or over), race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, national origin, marital status, political belief, or veteran status. As part of our commitment to our patients and employees’ wellness, Parkland Health is a tobacco and smoke‑free campus.

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