RN, Registered Nurse - 5N Respiratory Med/Surg at CHRISTUS Health

Summary:

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides professional nursing care for the comfort and well-being of patients. The Registered Nurse (RN) prepares equipment and assists physician during examinations and treatments. The Registered Nurse (RN) administers prescribed medications, changes dressings, cleans wounds, and monitors patient vital signs. The Registered Nurse (RN) observes and maintains records on patient care, condition, reaction, and progress.

The Registered Nurse (RN) participates as primary nurse, associate nurse, a team member or team leader in the planning and implementing of patient care. The Registered Nurse (RN) directs and assists in carrying out safe aseptic technique and procedures. The Registered Nurse (RN) offers leadership and direction to all support staff within department.

The medical-surgical unit is a 36-bed unit that provides exceptional care for patients with chest tubes, tracheostomies, laryngectomies, and post-op care for various conditions, infections, COPD, pneumonia, and other respiratory disorders. We also care for general medical-surgical patients. The mix of patients on this floor makes it a great starting point for nurses in our Residency Program and for nurses who wish to become Certified in medical-surgical Nursing and work at the top of their license with this population of rewarding and challenging patients. We are a state-of-the-art hospital with a brand-new unit. We value the voice of our team and encourage participation and unit-based council in Shared Governance. We look forward to welcoming you to the 5NT team, where you can practice your passion, and establish excellent foundational skills together with the opportunity to specialize in medical-surgical nursing.

Requirements:

Education/Skills

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care

Experience

• One-year experience in nursing preferred.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• Current Texas State RN License
• CPR (American Heart Association)

Work Type:

Full Time

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