RN Observation Unit

Baylor Scott & White Health College Station, TX, US

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Join Baylor Scott & White College Station Medical Center as a Registered Nurse and be part of something better!

Status: Full Time

Shift: 4 10-hour shifts, M-Thurs 7a - 19:30p

Observation Unit Opportunities

Our Observation Unit is a fast-paced environment that includes high acuity patients. Are you looking to increase your knowledge base? Our Observation Unit leadership team fosters an environment that supports learning, mentoring, and building every team member. 

The patient population on our acute care floor can be diverse, encompassing individuals of different ages, genders, cultures, and medical conditions. Typically, patients on this floor require immediate medical attention due to severe illnesses, injuries, or surgical procedures. This may include patients with acute respiratory distress, cardiac emergencies, infections, traumatic injuries, or complications from chronic conditions. In general, the patient population in this department is characterized by a need for medical care and monitoring to stabilize and treat their conditions.

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.  

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.

Excellent benefits including a generous 401(k) program with company match, vacation and paid time off (PTO), tuition assistance, immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits and wellness programs to keep you and your family healthy. (Note: benefits may vary based on position type and/or level).

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.

QUALIFICATIONS

- EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program

- 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.

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