Progressive Care RN

Description

Do you currently have an opportunity to make a real impact with your work? With over 2,000 sites of care and serving over 31.2 million patient interactions every year, nurses at Methodist Hospital Stone Oak have the opportunity to make a real impact. As a(an) Progressive Care Registered Nurse PRN you can be a part of change.

Methodist Hospital Stone Oak, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

It is an exciting time to be a nurse at HCA Healthcare! Come unlock your career potential and see how rewarding it can be to reach your personal and professional goals. Help to advance the practice of nursing and improve positive outcomes for your patients as a (an) Progressive Care Registered Nurse PRN. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Are you looking for a career working with a team who has a passion for patient care with an emphasis on teamwork, accountability, integrity, and knowing, at the end of your shift, youve made a difference in a patients hospital experience?

This is a specialized position crucial in bridging the gap between intensive care and general medical-surgical units. Stepdown nurses play a pivotal role in managing patients who are transitioning out of the Intensive Care Unit but still require vigilant monitoring and advanced nursing care. We also care for patients who need an increased level of care and more frequent assessments depending on their condition. Our professionals are adept at handling complex patient needs, administering critical medications, and interpreting vital signs to ensure optimal recovery. We collaboratively work with a diverse disciplinary team where strong communication is

Whether youre exploring a new career path in nursing or seeking to understand the intricacies of this vital healthcare role, our detailed job description will offer valuable insights. By joining our department, youll discover the multifaceted responsibilities and the rewarding experience of making a significant impact on patient outcomes during their critical recovery phase.

Benefits

Job Summary

. Monitor and interpret patients vital signs and respond appropriately

. Administer medications and treatments as prescribed

. Provide care and support to patients transitioning from ICUs

. Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare team members to develop care plans

. Perform detailed patient assessments and document findings in medical records

. Manage intravenous lines and advanced medical equipment

. Educate patients and their families about post-hospital care and wellness

. Respond to medical emergencies and provide immediate care

. Assist with patient mobility and ensure their comfort

. Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with healthcare regulations

. 3-5:1 patient to nurse ratios (dependent on acuity)

. Manage drips

. Manage oxygen delivery devices (stable ventilators, BiPAP/CPAP, High Flow, and Tracheostomy)

. Manage care for wide variety of conditions (respiratory compromise, stroke, cardiac conditions, sepsis, organ failure, DKA, and End of Life care)

Qualifications

Active RN license, BLS and ALS certification, NIH Stroke Certification (completed during orientation)

Unit Summary

We are a 19 private bed unit with bedside monitoring in every room with modern equipment, EKG available at the bedside. Computers inside and outside each room for convenient access to charting. Unit dedicated case manager, critical care educator, and clinical support resource nurse. We are a unit best known for our teamwork and accountability. All our staff work at the top of their scope to ensure the best, quality care for our patients.

Methodist Hospital Stone Oak is equipped with the most modern technology available. With over 280 beds, services include emergency care, general surgery, obstetrics and gynecology, neonatology, oncology, neurosurgery, orthopedics, and acute rehab services.

Methodist Hospital Stone Oak is accredited by the Joint Commission as a Primary Stroke Center and Chest Pain Center. The stroke rehabilitation program has received the Joint Commissions Gold Seal of Approval for Disease-Specific Care Certification of Stroke Rehabilitation. We belong to the Texas Institute for Robotic Surgery. Our surgeons and technology offer minimally invasive options to patients. Surgeons from around the country come to train under our world class team. The hospital has been recognized by Leapfrogs Hospital Safety Grade A and by Modern Healthcare as one of the Top 100 Best Places to Work in Healthcare. We have also been recognized as a Joint Commission Top Performer on Key Quality Measures. Finally, by Medicare.gov as #1 in San Antonio and #6 in the entire nation. The hospital is 1 of only 102 hospitals to receive Medicare.govs 5-star rating. Join our team to be part of the innovation.

There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it.- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

Be a part of an organization that leverages our size to make a real impact in our industry! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Progressive Care Registered Nurse PRN opening. Submit your application today and help advance the practice of nursing.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.