What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN Observation Unit position at Baylor Scott & White Health?
Join Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center – Fort Worth as a Registered Nurse and be part of something better!
Status: Full Time
Shift: 12 Hour Nights
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.
Patient Population: "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.
The patient population in this department on isolation can vary widely depending on the reason for the isolation. Isolation precautions are put in place to prevent the spread of infectious diseases, such as COVID-19, MRSA, or C. difficile, among others. Patients who are in isolation may have a variety of conditions, including respiratory infections, gastrointestinal illnesses, or skin infections. It is expected to care for patients who are on isolation precautions. This means following specific protocols to prevent the spread of disease."
Patient Ratios: 1:4-5
Number of Beds: 24 beds
Department Specifics: Upbeat, Cohesive, and Positive work environment. Opportunity to join a group of great people and become a member of the team that uses critical thinking to determine the path of treatment for patients with a wide range of diagnosis.
Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center – Fort Worth, located near downtown Fort Worth, is an award-winning full-service hospital dedicated to providing for the health care needs of the Fort Worth community. Baylor Scott & White – Fort Worth is among Tarrant County’s oldest not-for-profit hospitals and celebrated 100 years of service in 2006. The medical center has 538 licensed beds and offers a broad range of medical services including programs of excellence in cardiology, transplantation. Oncology, and women’s services. Baylor All Saints has achieved many awards and accolades including accreditation in the Magnet Recognition Program by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) and in 2022 US News & World Report rankings – was ranked #22 in Texas and #7 in the Dallas-Ft Worth metropolitan area for high performing in heart failure, colon cancer, COPD, Heart Attack, kidney failure and pneumonia.
Today, Baylor Scott & White Fort Worth employs 2400 team members, 1400 physicians and is designated by US News & World Report as one of the best regional hospitals in DFW.
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
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Competitive pay including an RN Bonus Program rewarding nurses for providing exceptional care and improving patient outcomes.
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Attractive Relocation Assistance for full-time candidates.
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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).
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A strong shared governance model featuring unit-based councils that empower nurses and improve patient outcomes.
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Access to more than 4,000 hours of online continuing education for professional development.
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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.
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A spirit of inquiry and innovation that promotes Evidence-based practice, research and innovations in nursing practice.
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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.
Baylor Scott & White Health is the most awarded system in Texas, and a Certified Great Place to Work! Consider a career move to Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center and join our exceptional nursing team committed to something better.
Registered Nurse Requirements
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Graduate of an Accredited Nursing Program
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License/Certification
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RN – Registered Nurse
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BLS – Basic Life Support (required within 30 days of hire)
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