RN MedSurg Telemetry

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. Unit Summary This 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 :

• Wide variety of Medical Diagnosis, most patients we see come from the ICU, especially the MICU
• Patients requiring medication regimens
• Patients with impaired respiratory status
• Patients requiring airborne, contact and / or droplet precautions
• Patients requiring nutritional support
• Patients requiring wound and skin care
• Diagnostic procedures including thoracentesis, lumbar punctures, central line placement, paracentesis, angio-cath insertion, pacemaker and collection of specimens
• Patients requiring N / G suction
• Patients requiring cardiac monitoring
• Patients with GI abnormalities
• Severe Sepsis
• Bi-Pap machines (external vent)
• CHF
• Multi-Organ Failure points. Benefits Our competitive benefits package includes the following
• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1 Note : Benefits may vary based upon position type and / or level Baylor Scott & White Health Registered Nurses Enjoy
• Competitive pay including an RN Bonus Program rewarding nurses for providing exceptional care and improving patient outcomes.
• Attractive Relocation Assistance for full-time candidates.
• A strong shared governance model featuring unit-based councils that empower nurses and improve patient outcomes.
• Access to more than 4,000 hours of online continuing education for professional development.
• 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.
• A spirit of inquiry and innovation that promotes Evidence-based practice, research, and innovations in nursing practice.
• 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. Why Baylor Scott & White Health At 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. As 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. The 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. Requirements Of The Ideal Candidate
• Graduate of RN School of Nursing
• ADN required; BSN preferred
• Active RN License
• Minimum of 6 Months of RN experience
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Required Qualifications
• EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program
• MAJOR - Nursing
• MAJOR - Nursing
• MAJOR - Nursing
• EXPERIENCE - 2 Years of Experience - CERTIFICATION / LICENSE / REGISTRATION - Registered Nurse (RN) Basic Life Support (BLS) : BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.