staff - Registered Nurse (RN) - Wound Care

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Wound Care for a nursing job in Denton, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Wound Care
• Discipline: RN
• Duration: Ongoing
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Staff

Baylor Heart Hospital Denton
Position: RN Wound Care – fulltime inpatient and clinic hybrid
Location: Baylor Heart Hospital Plano
2801 South Mayhill Road, Denton TX
Shift/Hours: FT Dayshift | Mon- Fri 8am-4:30pm | Clinic Hours 8am-1pm Wed & Fri (half days) | 30-35 hours per week.
*Opportunity to assist in other outpatient departments if interested on clinic half days
Patient Population: Wound Care, Negative Pressure therapy, compression wraps/TCC prep& removals. Venous, arterial, diabetic wounds, pressure ulcers, non-healing, traumatic, burns, radiation wounds, abdominal stomas and more.
Patient Ratios: 1:1 Patient rooms & wound center unit
Required Experience: Wound Care Certified; candidates MUST have two (2) years of recent, full time inpatient/acute care wound care experience.
About Us
At Baylor Scott & White Health, we support everyone's well-being. It is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas. They encourage you to live well.
Our Core Values are:
We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
We never settle by constantly striving for better.
We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
Benefits
Our competitive benefits package empowers you to live well and provides:
Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits
Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%
Debt-free tuition assistance, offering access
to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more
Immediate access to time off benefits
At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority.
Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level
Job Summary
As a Procedural Registered Nurse, you will work as a licensed professional and use the nursing practice model to oversee patient care by the healthcare team. Your responsibilities will involve assessing patients, identifying nursing diagnoses for health issues, and developing personalized care plans. You will also assess patient responses regularly. Your contributions will help patients navigate healthcare safely by understanding their needs and the healthcare system. This will prevent complications and delays. Delegating tasks to other staff will be based on Texas nursing laws, patient conditions, and staff skills.
What You'll Do
As a Procedural Registered Nurse, your main focus is to use careful clinical judgement. You'll assess patients and prioritize their needs. You'll also create and adjust care plans for better results.
You will assess your nursing practices to ensure quality and effectiveness. This may involve tracking indicators, making changes based on research, and participating in quality improvement initiatives.
You'll help teach patients and staff. Education will be integrated into care at all levels.
In systems thinking, you will use strategies and resources to solve problems for patients, families, and staff.
Finally, your professionalism enhances nursing practice and work environment. Contribute to decision-making, recognize others' contributions meaningfully.
What Will Make You Successful In The Role
Having an in-depth understanding of nursing as well as patient care standards and procedures is crucial.
Understanding legal, regulatory, and professional standards, as well as certification and accreditation requirements, is important in every profession. Familiarity with departmental policies is also vital.
Effective verbal and written communication skills are of utmost importance.
A knack for addressing problems with critical thinking is essential.
It is necessary to monitor patients' health and communicate changes efficiently to nursing staff and healthcare providers.
Lastly, giving top-notch, patient-centered care that honors patient diversity is essential. It involves using the nursing process and following nursing standards.
Belonging Statement
We believe everyone should feel welcome, valued, and supported. Our workforce should reflect our communities.
Qualifications
Accredited program or 2 years minimum, required for this position.
Wound Care Certified; candidates MUST have two (2) years of recent, full time inpatient/acute care wound care experience.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.

Baylor Scott & White Health Job ID #24011459.

About Baylor Scott & White Health

Benefits

• Holiday Pay
• Continuing Education
• 401k retirement plan
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Employee assistance programs
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Benefits start day 1
• Life insurance
• Discount program