Shock Trauma ICU Registered Nurse
Company: St. David's South Austin Medical Center
Location: Pflugerville
Posted on: March 17, 2023
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Job Description:
Description Introduction Do you have the PRN career
opportunities as a(an) RN you want with your current employer? We
have an exciting opportunity for you to join St. David's South
Austin Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading
provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare. Benefits St.
David's South Austin Medical Center, offers a total rewards package
that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our
colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
Learn more about Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for benefits
may vary by location.
Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want
to work as a(an) RN where your passion for creating positive
patient interactions are valued? If you are dedicated to caring for
the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We
want your knowledge and expertise! Job Summary and Qualifications
As a Registered Nurse (RN) in the Trauma Intensive Care Unit (ICU),
you will be responsible for performing patient assessments,
developing a plan of care, implementing and evaluating care. As the
Registered Nurse in the Trauma ICU, you will be responsible for
directing, monitoring and evaluating the care delegated to
non-licensed personnel on the team. You will perform and document
patient assessments at the time of the admission You will create a
plan of care, including discharge plans, revise the plans based on
the patients' response to treatment and regularly evaluate plans
for effectiveness You will document the outcomes of nursing
interventions and patient responses You will provide educational
materials to patients and families on care and treatments You will
administer medications and complete treatments according to
hospital policy You will perform venipuncture, administer and
maintain IV fluids and IV medications You will review all new
physician orders, ensure that orders are carried out and documented
correctly, and verify that other departments are notified of orders
and services You will notify the Charge Nurse and/or physician of
changes in patient status You will provide accurate and relevant
patient information reports to the Charge Nurse and to the
on-coming shift to ensure continuity of care You will provides care
for the critically ill patients with central/invasive lines,
hemodynamic pressure lines, pressure monitoring devices, temporary
pacing, artificial airway/mechanical ventilation You will provide
care for unstable cardiac patients, immediate post-op patients and
potential organ or tissue donor patients Requirements Experience 1
year of experience as a Registered Nurse (RN) in an acute care
setting 1 year of Critical Care and/or Trauma Nursing experience -
preferred Education Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an
accredited Nursing program Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
preferred License and Certifications Current State of Texas
Registered Nurse (RN) license or Compact Registered Nursing
License. If Compact License Texas license must be obtained within
90 days of hire Basic Life Support (BLS) required as per St.
David's Healthcare policy Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
(ACLS) certification required as per St. David's Healthcare policy
within 1 year from hire date Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN)
Certification - preferred Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN)
certification - preferred Completion of Course in Advanced Trauma
Nursing (CATN) - preferred Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC or TCAR)
certification required as per St. David's Healthcare policy within
1 year from hire date St. David's South Austin Medical Center is an
acute-care facility in central Texas with more than 300 patient
beds. The hospital is known in the community for its nationally
accredited oncology program - the Sarah Cannon Blood Cancer Center,
home to the area's only adult bone marrow transplant program - and
Level II trauma center. The facility's full range of specialized
services includes cardiovascular care and rehabilitation, imaging
services, women's services, joint replacement and orthopedics,
surgical services including weight loss surgery, wound care,
emergency care, cancer care, nutrition services, and a sleep
disorder center. The hospital operates three full-service emergency
centers. St. David's South Austin Medical Center is part of St.
David's HealthCare, which is one of the largest healthcare systems
in Texas and the third-largest employer in the Austin area. St.
David's HealthCare was formed through a unique partnership between
HCA Healthcare and two local non-profits - St. David's Foundation
and Georgetown Health Foundation. HCA Healthcare has been
recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by the
Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA
Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery
of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated
expenses. "Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do." -
Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder If you are looking for an opportunity
that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to
apply for our RN opening. We review all applications. Qualified
candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the
possibilities and apply today! We are an equal opportunity employer
and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the
basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual
orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability
status
Keywords: St. David's South Austin Medical Center, Pflugerville , Shock Trauma ICU Registered Nurse, Healthcare , Pflugerville, Texas
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