Registered Nurse-Progressive Care-Full Time-(7P-7A)HEB

Texas Health HEB seeks to hire a Registered Nurse to work Full Time in the Progressive Care Unit.The address is: 1600 Hospital Parkway Bedford, TX 76022Salary range is Min. $26.50/hr. to Max. $50.40/hr. – based on relevant experienceWork Schedule 7P-7A with rotating weekends and holidaysTexas Health HEB is the only hospital in Northeast Tarrant County designated as a Level III Trauma Unit. The hospital is certified by The Joint Commission for Chest Pain and Heart Failure and as a Primary Stroke Center.The Progressive Care Unit has 28 total beds, renal, neuro, heart failure, DKA, respiratory failure with state of the art resources and equipment. Our Progressive/Intermediate Care Unit RN's provide care to patients that require close monitoring and frequent assessments that proactively manage life-threating/emergent situations. If you are PCU RN that is proficient in computer monitoring equipment, excels in patient care, seeking a team where you can learn and grow then you belong here. We have the Nursing Career Advancement Program and a very strong Unit Based Council. Texas Health also covers one job applicable initial certification and renewal. The Progressive Care Unit has a scheduling committee that ensures self-scheduling is fair and just within the unit – while having a UBC that is robust and very involved in process improvements.The essential job duties of this position are:Delivers care to patients utilizing the Nursing Process assesses the patient plans the care of the patient intervenes as appropriate evaluates the effectiveness of interventions Incorporates age specific safety/infection control measures into patient care. Initiates action to meet patient and/or significant others need for information Maintains continuity of patient care inter-shift, inter-hospital, and while expediting out of hospital transfersQualificationsThe ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications Associate's Degree Nursing RNs hired after January 2017 require completion of BSN within 2 years of start date. RNs hired between January 2014 and December 2016 require completion of BSN within 3 years of start date. ReqBachelor's Degree Nursing preferred (Required) 1 year of experience as a clinical nurse or completion of an RN residency program Required. (Preferred) 2 years of step down, progressive care, cardio, cardio tele, observation, or intensive care experience in a hospital setting Current RN licensure or compact licensure recognized by the Texas Board of nursing upon hire. Current ACLS/BLS CPI training 60 days req.Skills Good computer skills using a medical management application. Possesses a strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism. Serve as a role model, be an intra/interdisciplinary collaborator and a coordinator for quality patient care. A high degree of confidentiality, positive interpersonal skills, and ability to function in a fast-paced environment is required.Why Texas Health Resources?Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Hurst-Euless-Bedford is a 296-bed, acute-care facility serving Northeast Tarrant County since 1973. With more than 550 physicians on its medical staff, hospital services include outpatient surgery, women’s services, a Level III neonatal intensive care unit, a dedicated oncology unit and cardiac rehabilitation. Texas Health HEB recently received a dual accreditation as a Cycle IV Chest Pain Center and Heart Failure Center by the Society of Chest Pain Centers, is certified as a Primary Stroke Center and a designated "Baby Friendly" facility by WHO and UNICEF. Our location brings the best of suburban living, offering you the benefits of convenience and solid career opportunities.Texas Health Highlights 2018 FORTUNE Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For®” (4 th year in a row) 2018 Becker's Healthcare "150 Great Places to Work in Healthcare" (4 th year in a row) 2018 Employees’ Choice “Best Places to Work” by GlassdoorEmployment opportunities are only reflective of wholly owned Texas Health Resources entities.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employees or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.