Registered Nurse II – PreOp Specials Department Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together Work location: Texas Health Southlake, 1545 E Southlake Blvd, TX 76092Work hours: Full time 30 hours a week, Days. Monday through Friday, 10 hours shifts, rotating days. No call, no weekendsPreOp Specials Department highlights:Clinical ExcellenceProfessional DevelopmentStrong LeadershipCutting edge Tech use (EHR)Here’s What You NeedNursing Diploma Nursing is required OrAssociate's Degree Nursing is required OrBachelor's Degree Nursing is preferred1 - 2 years, Day Surgery, Med-surg, PCU experience strongly preferred. 1 Year Experience as a Registered Nurse or completion of an RN residency program is requiredRN - Registered Nurse Upon Hire is required AndBCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly is required AndACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support 90 Days is required AndPALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support 90 Days is requiredA high degree of confidentiality, positive interpersonal skills, and ability to function in a fast-paced environment.
Basic Human Needs - Responds to others' priorities regarding safety, physical, psychological and social needs. The professional nurse exhibits understanding of basic human needs by demonstrating: a. Attention to emotional, social, and self-esteem needs b.
Regular assessment and maintenance of comfort c. Knowledge of basic physiology and pathophysiology d. Knowledge of human emotions during health and illness e.
Knowledge of human development across the life span f. Knowledge of pain and suffering, pain interventions and pain comfort/theories. Provides safe patient care as evidenced.
Using barcode medication verification (BMV) during medication administrations 2. Completing accurate documentation in the electronic health record 3. Completing assessments accurately and in a timely manner 4.
Individualizing care plans specific to the needs of the patient 5. Providing consistent attention to airway, intake, elimination, sleep, rest, mobility and hygiene needsThe professional nurse demonstrates an appreciation of unique meanings by: a. Using active listening b.
Exemplifying a non-judgmental attitude c. Tolerating both positive and negative ideas or expressions d. Demonstrating flexibility e.
Eliciting patient values and preferences f. Developing personal relationships with patients/significant others Mutual Problem Solving - Professional behaviors that help patients and families understand how to confront, learn about, and think about their health and illness; involves a reciprocal, shared approach with resulting decisions acceptable to involved parties. The professional nurse demonstrates mutual problem solving by: a.
Providing information, using up to date literature, approved tools including EMMI and demonstrates knowledge of patient's unique learning approach. b. Validating patient knowledge through use of teach back method c. Accepting feedback from patients and adopting patient ideas d.
Prioritizing and individualizing care delivery based on professional judgment e. Using listening skills and demonstrating knowledge of how to engage othersAdditional perks of being a Texas Health Registered NurseBenefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment programs as well as several other benefits. Delivery of high quality of patient care through nursing education, nursing research and innovations in nursing practice.
Strong Unit Based Council (UBC). A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth. Texas Health Southlake has proudly served the surrounding communities for 20 years as of October 2024.
As the area’s first hospital, our 51,600-square-foot facility offers exceptional care with 18 surgical specialties, 17 inpatient suites, six observation suites, six operating rooms, three physical therapy centers, a pain management suite, and a 24/7 emergency room. We provide advanced care in bariatrics, cardiology, colorectal surgery, ear, nose & throat, general surgery, internal and family medicine, imaging services, and emergency care.
Texas Health Southlake has earned numerous accolades, including U. S. News and World Report’s High Performing Hospital Award (2022-2023) for adult procedures such as spinal fusion, hip fracture, and hip replacement.
Additionally, we hold a prestigious 5-star rating from Becker’s Hospital Review—one of only 18 hospitals in Texas with this distinction. Our facility has also earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Spine Surgery and the Pinnacle of Excellence Award for Patient Experience in outpatient services, employee engagement, physician engagement, and clinical quality performance. If you’re ready to join us in our mission to improve the health of our community, then let’s show the world how we’re even better together!
Learn more about our culture, benefits, and recent awards. Do you still have questions or concerns? Feel free to email your questions to recruitment@texashealth.org#LI-TJ1