RN MedSurg

Baylor Scott & White Health in Temple, TX is seeking a full time Registered Nurse to join our amazing Medical Surgical Telemetry Unit (STC-5) The #1 city in the nation for Nursing opportunities and advancement! Baylor Scott & White Memorial Hospital is a 636-bed specialty care teaching hospital and the only Level 1 Trauma Center between Dallas and Austin.\n\nUnit Summary\n\nThis 36-bed telemetry monitored nursing unit provides the opportunity to work with a wide variety of patients ranging in age from Adults to Geriatrics. The conditions that are within the scope of service for STC-5 include but are not limited to the following : \n\n

• Wide variety of Medical Diagnosis, most patients we see come from the ICU, especially the MICU\n\n
• Patients requiring medication regimens\n\n
• Patients with impaired respiratory status\n\n
• Patients requiring airborne, contact and / or droplet precautions\n\n
• Patients requiring nutritional support\n\n
• Patients requiring wound and skin care\n\n
• Diagnostic procedures including thoracentesis, lumbar punctures, central line placement, paracentesis, angio-cath insertion, pacemaker and collection of specimens\n\n
• Patients requiring N / G suction\n\n
• Patients requiring cardiac monitoring\n\n
• Patients with GI abnormalities\n\n
• Severe Sepsis\n\n
• Bi-Pap machines (external vent)\n\n
• CHF\n\n
• Multi-Organ Failure points.\n\nBenefits\n\nOur 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 : \n
• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits\n
• 401 (k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%\n
• Tuition Reimbursement\n
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1\n\nNote : Benefits may vary based upon position type and / or level\n\nBaylor Scott & White Health Registered Nurses Enjoy\n\n
• Competitive pay including an RN Bonus Program rewarding nurses for providing exceptional care and improving patient outcomes.\n\n
• Attractive Relocation Assistance for full-time candidates.\n\n
• A strong shared governance model featuring unit-based councils that empower nurses and improve patient outcomes.\n\n
• Access to more than 4,000 hours of online continuing education for professional development.\n\n
• A strong system Nurse Practice Council that uses autonomy, authority, and accountability in collaboration with transformational nursing leadership to drive nursing practice throughout Baylor Scott & White Health.\n\n
• A spirit of inquiry and innovation that promotes Evidence-based practice, research, and innovations in nursing practice.\n\n
• A healthy work environment and culture of safety using inter-professional collaboration and professional competencies to meet the needs of patients to provide safe passage and quality outcomes at every encounter.\n\nWhy Baylor Scott & White Health\n\nAt Baylor Scott & White Health, we empower each other to create healthier communities and deliver safe and high-quality care across the state of Texas. With more than 52 hospitals, 800 access points, a quality health plan and an award-winning research institute, you'll enjoy endless opportunities to make your mark on the future of healthcare. At Baylor Scott and White Health, you'll be joining a team that's committed to better. Because better never settles. And neither should you. \n\nAs the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas and one of the largest in the United States, Baylor Scott & White Health has the resources to offer a variety of career opportunities to meet your personal and professional goals.\n\nThe Baylor Scott & White Health nursing team challenges each other to innovate, to constantly raise the bar and to never settle. Every day, our diverse group of team members bring unique talents, a passion for innovation and a deep Commitment to those we serve.  \n\nRequirements of the Ideal Candidate\n\n
• Graduate of RN School of Nursing\n\n
• ADN required; BSN preferred\n\n
• Active RN License\n\n
• Minimum of 6 Months of RN experience\n\n
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Required\n\nQualifications\n
• Grad of an Accredited Program\n
• Specialized field of study should be nursing.\n
• RN license.\n
• Must have BLS certification or get it within 30 days of starting in this role.