Baylor Scott & White Waxahachie 

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Department: Float Pool 

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Shift: FT, Nights, 36 hours, 7P-7A

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Preferred Skills: at least 2 levels of inpatient care/PCU. Med-surg and tele are 1 for us. Tele through ICU would be ideal.

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(May float to ED holdover, PCU, Med surg/Tele units)

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About Us

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Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

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Our Core Values are:

\n\nWe serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.\nWe never settle by constantly striving for better.\nWe are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.\nWe make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.\n\n

Benefits

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Our 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\nEligibility on day 1 for all benefits\nDollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%\nDebt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more\nImmediate access to time off benefits\n\n

At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority.

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Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level

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Job Summary

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As an RN Float, you are vital in healthcare, coordinating patient care based on our nursing model. You assess patients, plan personalized care, and evaluate responses to health issues. You keep patients safe by understanding their needs and the healthcare setting for smoother transitions. You delegate interventions to team members based on guidelines, patient condition, and team abilities. Your professionalism and experience help you make important recommendations that impact patient outcomes.

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Essential Functions of the Role

\n\nFocus on patient and family needs.\nDevelop and adjust nursing care plans for desired outcomes.\nYou will create a safe place for patients, families, and staff. You will help with emotional and physical pain to aid healing.\nEmbracing diversity in all its forms, you will incorporate the unique perspectives and requirements of patients into your care plans.\nPatients, families, staff, and community will be educated continuously.\nEvaluate and record learning progress.\nYou'll work with team and community to implement care plan, delegate tasks as needed.\nYou will solve problems efficiently, utilizing resources effectively and acknowledging their limitations.\nTo elevate your practice, continually seek professional development opportunities and contribute to community service.\n\n

Key Success Factors

\n\nYou should have a thorough knowledge of nursing and patient care standards and procedures.\nIt is essential for you to know relevant laws, rules, and regulations, including those for nursing care certifications and accreditations.\nYou should be familiar with concepts such as health promotion, risk reduction, illness and disease prevention, and management.\nIt is crucial for you to have effective communication skills, both spoken and written.\nYour critical thinking and problem-solving abilities will be vital in this role.\nGood grasp of general computer skills.\n\n

Belonging Statement

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We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve.

Qualifications

You should have graduated from an accredited program in nursing or have two years of relevant work experience.The main area of study in your education should be nursing.(2) Two years of experience in nursing is required.You need to be a registered nurseHave basic life support (BLS) certification or get it within 30 days of starting.