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Senior Registered Nurse - Medicine Surgery

Location: Acute Care Hospital Tower The 9 Medical-Surgical Unit is a new 40-bed semi-private unit on the 9th floor WISH Tower at Parkland Health. The unit cares for adult patients with a variety of acute medical conditions within the Medicine Service line. As a brand-new unit, 9 Gold offers staff the opportunity to help build the culture, and workflows from the ground up while working in a collaborative environment focused on patient safety, teamwork, and high-reliability care. The unit will operate with typical medical-surgical staffing ratios of approximately 4-5 patients per RN with PCA support, consistent with Parkland's team-based care model. Parkland is offering an $8,000 hiring incentive for eligible Registered Nurses. To qualify, applicants must: Not be a current Parkland employee Not have worked at Parkland within the past 12 months Shift: Full-Time Nights (7P-7A) Primary Purpose The RN is a licensed professional who uses the Parkland nursing professional practice model to coordinate patient care delivery by the health care team. Using the nursing process, the RN assesses the patient, identifies nursing diagnoses based on responses to health problems, develops and implements an individualized plan of care, and evaluates the patient's response. The RN utilizes knowledge of patient needs and the healthcare environment to assist patients to transition through the healthcare encounter without any preventable complications or delays. The RN delegates interventions to health care personnel based on the Texas Nursing Practice Act, each patient's condition and the competencies of the employee. Minimum Specifications Education - Must be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing. Experience - Must have two years of nursing experience. - Prefer experience in an acute care setting. Equivalent Education and/or Experience - None Certification/Registration/Licensure - Must have current RN license or valid temporary permit with the Texas Board of Nursing or valid Compact RN license. - Must have current healthcare provider BLS for Healthcare Providers certification from one of the following: -American Heart Association -American Red Cross -Military Training Network Required Tests for Placement -None Skills or Special Abilities - Provides care to assigned patient population in accordance with the current State of Texas Nurse Practice Act, established protocols, multidisciplinary plan of care, and clinical area specific standards. - Provides continuous assessment, consults with other team members as required and provides nursing care which demonstrates patient centered/patient valued care. - Exercises independent judgment in providing nursing care. - Must be able to demonstrate effective interpersonal skills and possess good oral and written communication skills. - Must be able to communicate effectively with patients, families, and hospital staff in accordance with established policies and procedures. - May be required to communicate effectively, via the overhead paging system. - Must be able to demonstrate the ability to provide direction to non-nursing staff, serve as a preceptor, and serve on rotation as a Charge Nurse. - Must be able to prepare and conduct in-service educational programs. - Must be able to demonstrate patient centered/patient valued behaviors. - As applicable, will be required to demonstrate acceptable knowledge of nursing standards of care for specialty care area. Responsibilities -Serves as a patient advocate, by focusing on patient needs, patient rights, confidentiality, and religious and cultural preferences. Maintains positive working relationships with all Parkland internal and external customers, employees, etc. Serves as a resource for patients and other healthcare team members. Provides patient care educational information and training to patient and family members. May serve as a resource for specific clinical patient care issues. May participate in community outreach activities (such as health fairs, community collaborations or outreach clinics) as assigned. -Maintains and implements knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact or govern nursing practice, and ensures the hospital and Parkland are in compliance. -Develops effective internal controls that promote adherence to applicable state/federal laws and the program requirements of accreditation agencies and federal, state, and private health plans. Maintains and updates knowledge of sanitation, infection control, safety, supplies, equipment, appropriate utilization of supplies and materials. -Completes appropriate patient assessments, admission criteria, identification and implementation of appropriate clinical interventions, discharge planning, interdisciplinary communication. Utilizes critical thinking skills and recognizes emergency situations and provides appropriate nursing interventions. Completes appropriate documentation by maintaining accurate and timely entries and notations in patient care records and hospital documents. Ensures that all records and documents meet the standards, goals, and objectives of the assigned Med/Surg department and Parkland. -Seeks and utilizes direction from more experienced staff and team members as needed. May work with other staff in providing direction to non-nursing staff. Participates in information exchanges with nursing and other Parkland staff that support the standards, missions, goals, and objectives of the assigned Med/Surg department and Parkland. -Identifies ways to improve work process and improve patient and customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the assigned Med/Surg department and Parkland. -Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements and trends in nursing practice by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals and actively participating in professional organizations. Maintains State of Texas Licensure as a Registered Nurse, plus any additional required licensures/certifications. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices. -Serves as a preceptor or trainer to newer nursing staff members and/or serve as a Charge Nurse on rotation as necessary. LI-SS2 Requisition ID: 985732

  • Grand Prairie, TX

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Senior Registered Nurse - Wound Ostomy and Continence

Location: Main Hospital Bldg - 6th Floor PRIMARY PURPOSE A Registered Nurse (RN) with > 2 years of experience. The RN is a licensed professional who uses the Parkland nursing professional practice model to coordinate patient care delivery, that focuses on a particular patient population(s)/specific health conditions, by the health care team. Using the nursing process, the RN assesses the patient, identifies nursing diagnoses based on responses to health problems, develops and implements an individualized plan of care, and evaluates the patient's response. The RN utilizes knowledge of patient needs and the healthcare environment to assist patients to transition through the healthcare encounter without any preventable complications or delays. The RN delegates interventions to health care personnel based on the Texas Nursing Practice Act, each patient's condition and the competencies of the employee. MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS Education Must be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing. BSN, preferred Prefer graduates of a Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing Education Program (WOCNEP) accredited by the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses Society (WOCN). Experience Must have two years of nursing experience. Prefer experience in an acute care setting. Equivalent Education and/or Experience N/A Certification/Registration/Licensure Must have current, valid RN license or temporary RN license from the Texas Board of Nursing; or valid Compact RN license. Must have current healthcare provider CPR course completion card from one of the following: American Heart Association American Red Cross Military Training Network Must obtain Wound Care Ostomy and Continence Certification (WOC) within 18 months of hire. Skills or Special Abilities Provides care for assigned patient population in accordance with the current State of Texas Nurse Practice Act, established protocols, multi-disciplinary plan of care, and clinical area specific standards. Provides continuous assessment, consults with other team members as required and provides nursing care which demonstrates patient centered/patient valued care. Exercises independent judgment in providing nursing care and takes initiative in recommending changes to care plan. Must be able to demonstrate effective communication skills to facilitate a multidisciplinary care approach involving the patient, family, interdisciplinary team members to include peers and community health care. Must demonstrate advanced analytical ability to prioritize, assess, evaluate, and recognize variances in the patient or family that may require adjustments in the plan of care to promote optimal outcomes. Must demonstrate skills of self-direction, time management, flexibility and adaptability with patient care. Must initiate changes in patient care utilizing independent judgment with minimum supervision. Must possess leadership abilities. Must demonstrate knowledge of and comfort with application, management and guidelines of negative pressure wound therapies. Must demonstrate and maintain basic knowledge of operating room techniques for negative pressure therapy application. Responsibilities Provides complex clinical specialty care to patients with wounds and ostomies to include performing and documenting a focused assessment related to the specialty patients needs. Collaborates with the health care team to implement a plan of care and maintains verbal or written communication with the patients team. Communicates the plan of care to the patient, family and primary nursing team. Provides staged teaching plans for patients and families with complex learning needs by providing verbal coaching, return demonstration and written material at correct educational level and in native language where possible. Designs teaching plan to be reinforced by the primary nurse whenever possible. Works with case management and primary team to promote discharge planning with appropriate specialty supplies and home care when appropriate. Serves as the resident expert regarding the specialty supply formularies for wound, ostomy and continence supplies and function as a clinical expert in the management of patients on pressure reducing specialty beds and mattresses. Serves as a clinical resource to health care providers regarding wound, ostomy and continence issues with patients to include providing educational lectures as needed for new nursing and medical residents. Serves as a preceptor and mentor to students at all levels and across multiple disciplines. Identifies areas of education needs among peers and other health care providers and develops educational programs to address these needs. Prepares and conducts an in-service educational program for the assigned department, at least once per year. Participates in the development of hospital policy and practices related to wound ostomy continence specialty area. Develops and revise policies and practices related to the Wound Care Service role. Attends multidisciplinary rounds and interdisciplinary committees as assigned Collaborates with other clinical department to improve the patient experience. Maintains and implements knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines that impact or govern nursing practice, and ensures the hospital and Parkland are in compliance. Develops effective internal controls that promote adherence to applicable state/federal laws and the program requirements of accreditation agencies and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as necessary to ensure proper understanding. Maintains and updates knowledge of sanitation, infection control, safety, supplies, equipment, and appropriate utilization of supplies and materials. Identifies ways to improve work process and improve patient and customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor and implements and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals and mission of the assigned area and Parkland. Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements and trends in nursing practice by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals and actively participating in professional organizations. Maintains State of Texas Licensure as a Registered Nurse, plus any additional required licensures/certifications. Attends one national or regional wound care conference annually and shares information learned to peers for integration into daily practice. Requisition ID: 995372

  • Richardson, TX

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Care Coordinator - Care Management - PRN

Location: Main Hospital Bldg - 1st Flr Shift: Days Work Hours: As Needed *This position will be onsite only Employment Type: PRN Primary Purpose Establishes and maintains an efficient, cost effective care management process by determining patient financial and medical eligibility, medical necessity, and by developing, implementing and monitoring individual patient plans of care and communicating these plans to patients, families, and Parkland staff to ensure quality patient care throughout the healthcare continuum and compliance with program/Parkland policies and procedures. Responsible for the maintaining the knowledge and skill set related to utilization review, care coordination, performance improvement and professional licensure and certification. Minimum Specifications Education Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Nursing. Experience Must have two (2) years of hospital or community based patient care nursing, preferably in assigned clinical area. Equivalent Education and/or Experience Certification/Registration/Licensure Must have current, valid RN license or temporary RN license from the Texas Board of Nursing; or, valid Compact RN license. Must have current healthcare provider BLS for Healthcare Providers certification from one of the following in cost centers (48000 - COPC Admin, 71720 - Infectious Disease/OPAT, 74050 - Gynecology Dysplasia, 75000 - Employee Health Center, 83600 - Transitional Care Unit, 85100 - Corr Hlth Adult Clinical): American Heart Association American Red Cross Military Training Network Required Tests for Placement Skills or Special Abilities Provides care to assigned patient population in accordance with the current State of Texas Nursing Practice Act, established protocols, multidisciplinary plan of care, and clinical area specific standards. Must be able to communicate and collaborate effectively with a diverse group of patients, families and healthcare staff. Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of specific patient populations, and be able to demonstrate knowledge of disease processes affecting this group. Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of PC operations and the ability to use word processing software in a Windows environment. Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of the laws and regulations governing Medicare, Medicaid and community-based funding sources. Must be self-directed and capable of priority setting and problem solving. Must be able to demonstrate patient centered/patient valued behaviors. Responsibilities Conducts assessment of patients on assigned Care Coordination team to develop a case management plan of care. Gathers information from patient, physicians, other pertinent members of the healthcare team. Determines funding sources for patients and potential eligibility if appropriate. Plans and develops specific objectives, goals and actions designed to meet the patient's needs as identified through the assessment process. Utilizes hospital approved review criteria to ensure appropriate bed status. Identifies at-risk populations using approved screening tool and follows established reporting procedures. Ensures appropriate admission status is documented. Collaborates with all members of the multidisciplinary team and the patient to implement the plan of care. Monitors the patient's progress, intervening as necessary and appropriate to ensure that the plan of care and services provided are patient focused, high quality, efficient, and cost effective. Communicates all financial counseling as appropriate. Addresses and resolves system barriers impeding diagnostic or treatment progress. Proactively identifies and resolves delays and obstacles to discharge. Ensures/maintains plan consensus from patient/family, physician, and payer. Serves as patient advocate to secure coverage for needed community services. Mobilizes resources and coordinates the effort to the health care team to achieve a positive patient transition to appropriate next level of care. Communicates plan of care to patient and their family providing updates and reassesses the plan of care to determine effectiveness. Completes appropriate coordinator management documentation. Evaluates the plan of care at appropriate intervals to determine effectiveness in meeting outcomes and goals. Works with nursing and other disciplines to ensure that discharge needs, including teaching, are met. Collaborates with the healthcare team to identify 'best' practices for achieving patient outcomes. Develops reporting mechanisms to communicate outcomes to physicians and other members of the health care team. Responsible for Utilization Management activities for assigned patients. Applies approved utilization criteria to monitor appropriateness of admissions and continued stays, and documents findings based on department standards. Monitors length of stay (LOS) and ancillary resource use on an ongoing basis and takes action to achieve continuous improvement in both areas. Monitors and addresses outcome variances. Identifies causes of outcome variances and implements actions to improve the variances. Seeks the most efficient, cost effective ways to provide appropriate care. Supports cost containment efforts through the recommendation of performance improvement opportunities by the health care team. Communicates with Care Management team to facilitate covered-day reimbursement certification and/or authorization for assigned patients. Discusses payer criteria and issues on a case-by-case basis with clinical staff and follows up to resolve problems with payers as needed. Transitions patients through the health care system based upon individual and patient population needs. Directs liaison activities to appropriately integrate the patient into the health care continuum including procuring of services, health promotion and counseling, disease prevention, health education and screening, and community resource linkage. Engages in special projects and serves on committees, as assigned. Requisition ID: 985461

  • Richardson, TX

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Nurse Manager - General Medicine

Location: Acute Care Hospital Tower Location : General Medicine 8 Gold Shift: Full-Time Days Primary Purpose Responsible for the daily management of assigned unit to include staff supervision and development, planning, budget, quality, and facility operations and coordinating patient services to ensure high quality patient care and optimal outcomes. Minimum Specifications Education Must have a Bachelor's of Science degree in Nursing. Experience Must have four years of professional nursing experience. Equivalent Education and/or Experience None Certification/Registration/Licensure Must have current, valid RN license or temporary RN license from the Texas Board of Nursing; or, valid Compact RN license. Must have current healthcare provider CPR course completion card from one of the following: American Heart Association American Red Cross Military Training Network. Skills or Special Abilities Provides care to assigned patient population in accordance with the current State of Texas Nurse Practice Act, established protocols, multidisciplinary plan of care, and clinical area specific standards. Must be capable of serving as a clinical resource for staff. Must demonstrate advanced knowledge of assigned department operations including policies, personnel and budget management. Must have effective verbal and written communication skills in working with a diverse population of physicians, patients, nursing staff, management and administration. Must be capable of leadership and have effective organization skills. Must demonstrate patient centered/patient valued behaviors. Responsibilities Responsible for managing daily unit activities to ensure high quality patient care and optimal outcomes. Communicates with physicians, social work and other department staff to promote integrated, effective care. Serves as patient advocate, follows up on patient care issues and outcomes, oversees/arranges discharge support. Documents and supervises unit/patient information including charts, surveys, reports, research, correspondence, statistics and quarterly reports to ensure efficient, accurate data. Selects, trains, supervises, motivates and evaluates assigned staff. Assesses patient needs and staff capabilities, scheduling staff to ensure maximum utilization of individual and group capabilities, while providing optimal service to internal and external customers. Ensures assigned staff receive opportunities to further their knowledge. Serves as a role model and resource. Evaluates staff competencies and delegates tasks effectively. Directs staff meetings, interviews, trains, counsels and provides other personnel activities to ensure that clinical activities meet department and Parkland goals and mission objectives. Serves as a clinical resource, maintains skills and promotes staff development. Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements and trends in the specialty area by attending seminars or workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional organizations and maintaining Texas RN licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices. Serves as an educational resource for patients, families and Parkland staff. Responsible for maintaining Nursing Standards and Practices on the unit. Responsible for establishing and maintaining effective unit procedures. Develops and evaluates staff activities to promote knowledge of all rules, regulations, policies, procedures, laws and guidelines, including The Joint Commission, that impact the unit and ensures compliance. Collaborates with Directors, Quality/Risk Management and Nursing Administration. Maintains communication on hospital wide practices through committee participation. Responsible for a collaborative work team to ensure positive working relationships. Communicates effectively with physicians, students, and other departments such as Respiratory Therapy, Pharmacy, Environmental and Linen Services. Maintains good communication with other hospitals, government/regulatory agencies and community representatives. Responsible for performance improvement practices on the unit. Collaborates with staff, physicians, administration and risk management to evaluate and improve patient services. Identifies and analyzes the design of jobs, work processes and flows in the unit and implements appropriate changes to improve effectiveness, productivity and efficiency that support the overall goals of the department and Parkland. Responsible for effective facility management as measured by cleanliness, proper type, amount and functioning of equipment and overall environmental safety. Oversees timely and effective maintenance of equipment and rooms. Responsible for space planning, including renovations, capital repairs and acquisitions. Ensures informed use of department resources through clear policies including equipment, supplies, personnel hiring/training practices and service utilization. Develops and administers the annual budget (capital, operating and payroll) to ensure that the unit has the necessary funds to carry out established goals and objectives. Monitors charges and supplies, initiates orders, requisitions and supervises capital improvements. Develops, implements and evaluates unit annual goals and personal goals consistent with Parkland and Department mission and goals. Serves on multidisciplinary and Departmental committees as selected and assigned. Job Accountabilities Identifies and analyzes the design of jobs, work processes, work flows, etc. for the area and implements appropriate changes to improve effectiveness, productivity, and efficiency that support the overall goals of the department and Parkland. Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices. Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact the area. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable laws, accreditation agency requirements, and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as needed to ensure proper understanding. Develops and monitors annual budgets that ensure the department has the necessary funds to carry out the goals and objectives that have been established for the department. Develops, implements, monitors, and revises annual goals and objectives for the department that support the missions and objectives of Parkland. Selects, trains, schedules, motivates, supervises, and evaluates employees making recommendations for disciplinary actions up to and including termination, to ensure maximum utilization of individual and group capabilities. Ensures that assigned employees receive opportunities to further their knowledge. Requisition ID: 985061

  • Rowlett, TX

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Care Coordinator - Care Management

Location: Main Hospital Bldg - 1st Flr Shift- Days Work Hours (Monday-Friday) *This position will be onsite only Employment Type: Full Time Primary Purpose Establishes and maintains an efficient, cost effective care management process by determining patient financial and medical eligibility, medical necessity, and by developing, implementing and monitoring individual patient plans of care and communicating these plans to patients, families, and Parkland staff to ensure quality patient care throughout the healthcare continuum and compliance with program/Parkland policies and procedures. Responsible for the maintaining the knowledge and skill set related to utilization review, care coordination, performance improvement and professional licensure and certification. Minimum Specifications Education Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Nursing. Experience Must have two (2) years of hospital or community based patient care nursing, preferably in assigned clinical area. Equivalent Education and/or Experience Certification/Registration/Licensure Must have current, valid RN license or temporary RN license from the Texas Board of Nursing; or, valid Compact RN license. Must have current healthcare provider BLS for Healthcare Providers certification from one of the following: American Heart Association American Red Cross Military Training Network Required Tests for Placement Skills or Special Abilities Provides care to assigned patient population in accordance with the current State of Texas Nursing Practice Act, established protocols, multidisciplinary plan of care, and clinical area specific standards. Must be able to communicate and collaborate effectively with a diverse group of patients, families and healthcare staff. Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of specific patient populations, and be able to demonstrate knowledge of disease processes affecting this group. Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of PC operations and the ability to use word processing software in a Windows environment. Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of the laws and regulations governing Medicare, Medicaid and community-based funding sources. Must be self-directed and capable of priority setting and problem solving. Must be able to demonstrate patient centered/patient valued behaviors. Responsibilities Conducts assessment of patients on assigned Care Coordination team to develop a case management plan of care. Gathers information from patient, physicians, other pertinent members of the healthcare team. Determines funding sources for patients and potential eligibility if appropriate. Plans and develops specific objectives, goals and actions designed to meet the patient's needs as identified through the assessment process. Utilizes hospital approved review criteria to ensure appropriate bed status. Identifies at-risk populations using approved screening tool and follows established reporting procedures. Ensures appropriate admission status is documented. Collaborates with all members of the multidisciplinary team and the patient to implement the plan of care. Monitors the patient's progress, intervening as necessary and appropriate to ensure that the plan of care and services provided are patient focused, high quality, efficient, and cost effective. Communicates all financial counseling as appropriate. Addresses and resolves system barriers impeding diagnostic or treatment progress. Proactively identifies and resolves delays and obstacles to discharge. Ensures/maintains plan consensus from patient/family, physician, and payer. Serves as patient advocate to secure coverage for needed community services. Mobilizes resources and coordinates the effort to the health care team to achieve a positive patient transition to appropriate next level of care. Communicates plan of care to patient and their family providing updates and reassesses the plan of care to determine effectiveness. Completes appropriate coordinator management documentation. Evaluates the plan of care at appropriate intervals to determine effectiveness in meeting outcomes and goals. Works with nursing and other disciplines to ensure that discharge needs, including teaching, are met. Collaborates with the healthcare team to identify 'best' practices for achieving patient outcomes. Develops reporting mechanisms to communicate outcomes to physicians and other members of the health care team. Responsible for Utilization Management activities for assigned patients. Applies approved utilization criteria to monitor appropriateness of admissions and continued stays, and documents findings based on department standards. Monitors length of stay (LOS) and ancillary resource use on an ongoing basis and takes action to achieve continuous improvement in both areas. Monitors and addresses outcome variances. Identifies causes of outcome variances and implements actions to improve the variances. Seeks the most efficient, cost effective ways to provide appropriate care. Supports cost containment efforts through the recommendation of performance improvement opportunities by the health care team. Communicates with Care Management team to facilitate covered-day reimbursement certification and/or authorization for assigned patients. Discusses payer criteria and issues on a case-by-case basis with clinical staff and follows up to resolve problems with payers as needed. Transitions patients through the health care system based upon individual and patient population needs. Directs liaison activities to appropriately integrate the patient into the health care continuum including procuring of services, health promotion and counseling, disease prevention, health education and screening, and community resource linkage. Engages in special projects and serves on committees, as assigned. Requisition ID: 985140

  • Richardson, TX

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Senior Registered Nurse - Global Cancer Program

Location: Moody Outpatient Center Work schedule: Full-time Days (40 hours/week), 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., may include weekends and holidays Primary Purpose: The RN is a licensed professional who uses the Parkland nursing professional practice model to coordinate patient care delivery, that focuses on a particular patient population(s)/specific health conditions, by the health care team. Using the nursing process, the RN assesses the patient, identifies nursing diagnoses based on responses to health problems, develops and implements an individualized plan of care, and evaluates the patient's response. The RN utilizes knowledge of patient needs and the healthcare environment to assist patients to transition through the healthcare encounter without any preventable complications or delays. The RN delegates interventions to health care personnel based on the Texas Nursing Practice Act, each patient's condition and the competencies of the employee. Minimum Qualifications: Education Must be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing. Experience Must have two (2) years of nursing experience. Highly prefer registered nurse with extensive hands-on oncology experience to include chemotherapy administration, symptom management, complex cancer care, and supported global cancer programs. Certification/Registration/Licensure: *Please Note: All certification cards must provide an expiration date. The expiration date must be more than 30 days from date of hire. Completion course certificates will not substitute this requirement. Must have current, valid RN license or temporary RN license from the Texas Board of Nursing; or valid Compact RN license. Must have current healthcare provider BLS for Healthcare Providers certification card from one of the following: American Heart Association, American Red Cross, Military Training Network. Must have Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy certificate within six (6) months of placement in the role. Skills or Special Abilities: Provides care to assigned patient population in accordance with the current State of Texas Nurse Practice Act, established protocols, multidisciplinary plan of care, and clinical area specific standards. Must demonstrate ability to safety and successfully perform all responsibilities of Registered Nurse II-Oncology Services. Must have comprehensive understanding of chemotherapy as it relates to indications and side effects. Must be able to start and discontinue intravenous access. Must be able to access and provide maintenance of central line devices. Provides continuous assessment, consults with other team members as required and provides nursing care which demonstrates patient centered/patient valued care. Exercises independent judgment in providing nursing care. Must be able to demonstrate effective interpersonal skills and possess good oral and written communication skills. Must be able to communicate effectively with patients, families, and hospital staff in accordance with established policies and procedures. May be required to communicate effectively, via the overhead paging system. Must be able to demonstrate the ability to provide direction to non-nursing staff, serve as a preceptor, and serve on rotation as a Charge Nurse. Must be able to prepare and conduct in-service educational programs. Must be able to demonstrate patient centered/patient valued behaviors. As applicable, will be required to demonstrate acceptable knowledge of nursing standards of care for specialty care area. Must satisfactorily complete the oncology orientation to all applicable competencies. Responsibilities: Serves as a patient advocate, by focusing on patient needs, patient rights, confidentiality, and religious and cultural preferences. Maintains positive working relationships with all Parkland internal and external customers, employees, etc. Serves as a resource for patients and other healthcare team members. Provides patient care educational information and training to patient and family members. May serve as a resource for specific clinical patient care issues. May participate in community outreach activities (such as health fairs, community collaborations or outreach clinics) as assigned. Maintains and implements knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact or govern nursing practice, and ensures the hospital and Parkland are in compliance. This includes EMTALA, Order of Productive Custody, Memorandum of Transfer and APOWW. Develops effective internal controls that promote adherence to applicable state/federal laws and the program requirements of accreditation agencies and federal, state, and private health plans. Maintains and updates knowledge of sanitation, infection control, safety, supplies, equipment, appropriate utilization of supplies and materials. Performs appropriate patient assessments meeting admission and discharge criteria, provide safe medication administration using the patients six (6) rights, adequately perform POC monitoring and demonstrate safe infection control practices. Performs patient assessments related to cancer care and other medical diagnosis to include allergies and hypersensitivity reactions, physical, signs and symptoms, changes in activities of daily living, psychosocial, support network and financial dimensions across the continuum of care (diagnosis, treatment, surveillance, and end of life). Completes appropriate documentation by maintaining accurate and timely entries and notations in patient care records and hospital documents. Ensures that all records and documents meet the standards, goals, and objectives of Oncology Services and Parkland. Educates patients, families and significant others on cancer care, therapies, treatment side effects, interventions and prevention. Performs patient teaching with documented care plans that are disease site oriented as related to phase of care across the continuum and for discharge planning. Collaborates with wound care stoma and ENT nurses for performing wound, colostomy and tracheotomy care as directed. Manages triage for patients/families/other internal and external health care professionals to optimally navigate the health care system. Seeks and utilizes direction from more experienced staff and team members as needed. May work with other staff in providing direction to non-nursing staff. Participates in information exchanges with nursing and other Parkland staff that support the standards, missions, goals, and objectives of Oncology Services and Parkland. Identifies ways to improve work process and improve patient and customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of Oncology Services and Parkland. Serves as a preceptor or trainer to newer nursing staff members. Serves as a Charge Nurse on rotation as necessary. Serves as a role model for oncology nursing. Serves as a resource to unit nurses. Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements and trends in nursing practice by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals and actively participating in specialty nursing organizations. Keeps abreast of current clinical trials relevant to the patient population and specific cancer, communicating effectively with clinical trial staff. Maintains State of Texas Licensure as a Registered Nurse, plus any additional required licensures/certifications. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices. Prepares and conducts an in-service educational program for Oncology Services, at least once per year. Will maintain current Commission on Cancer specific certification in the nurses specialty by an accredited certification program or will continue ongoing education by earning 12 cancer-related continuing education nursing contract hours per year or 36 cancer-related continuing education nursing contract hours each accreditation cycle (3 years). Requisition ID: 991158

  • Irving, TX

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Senior Registered Nurse - Global Cancer Program

Location: Moody Outpatient Center Work schedule: Full-time Days (40 hours/week), 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., may include weekends and holidays Primary Purpose: The RN is a licensed professional who uses the Parkland nursing professional practice model to coordinate patient care delivery, that focuses on a particular patient population(s)/specific health conditions, by the health care team. Using the nursing process, the RN assesses the patient, identifies nursing diagnoses based on responses to health problems, develops and implements an individualized plan of care, and evaluates the patient's response. The RN utilizes knowledge of patient needs and the healthcare environment to assist patients to transition through the healthcare encounter without any preventable complications or delays. The RN delegates interventions to health care personnel based on the Texas Nursing Practice Act, each patient's condition and the competencies of the employee. Minimum Qualifications: Education Must be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing. Experience Must have two (2) years of nursing experience. Highly prefer registered nurse with extensive hands-on oncology experience to include chemotherapy administration, symptom management, complex cancer care, and supported global cancer programs. Certification/Registration/Licensure: *Please Note: All certification cards must provide an expiration date. The expiration date must be more than 30 days from date of hire. Completion course certificates will not substitute this requirement. Must have current, valid RN license or temporary RN license from the Texas Board of Nursing; or valid Compact RN license. Must have current healthcare provider BLS for Healthcare Providers certification card from one of the following: American Heart Association, American Red Cross, Military Training Network. Must have Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy certificate within six (6) months of placement in the role. Skills or Special Abilities: Provides care to assigned patient population in accordance with the current State of Texas Nurse Practice Act, established protocols, multidisciplinary plan of care, and clinical area specific standards. Must demonstrate ability to safety and successfully perform all responsibilities of Registered Nurse II-Oncology Services. Must have comprehensive understanding of chemotherapy as it relates to indications and side effects. Must be able to start and discontinue intravenous access. Must be able to access and provide maintenance of central line devices. Provides continuous assessment, consults with other team members as required and provides nursing care which demonstrates patient centered/patient valued care. Exercises independent judgment in providing nursing care. Must be able to demonstrate effective interpersonal skills and possess good oral and written communication skills. Must be able to communicate effectively with patients, families, and hospital staff in accordance with established policies and procedures. May be required to communicate effectively, via the overhead paging system. Must be able to demonstrate the ability to provide direction to non-nursing staff, serve as a preceptor, and serve on rotation as a Charge Nurse. Must be able to prepare and conduct in-service educational programs. Must be able to demonstrate patient centered/patient valued behaviors. As applicable, will be required to demonstrate acceptable knowledge of nursing standards of care for specialty care area. Must satisfactorily complete the oncology orientation to all applicable competencies. Responsibilities: Serves as a patient advocate, by focusing on patient needs, patient rights, confidentiality, and religious and cultural preferences. Maintains positive working relationships with all Parkland internal and external customers, employees, etc. Serves as a resource for patients and other healthcare team members. Provides patient care educational information and training to patient and family members. May serve as a resource for specific clinical patient care issues. May participate in community outreach activities (such as health fairs, community collaborations or outreach clinics) as assigned. Maintains and implements knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact or govern nursing practice, and ensures the hospital and Parkland are in compliance. This includes EMTALA, Order of Productive Custody, Memorandum of Transfer and APOWW. Develops effective internal controls that promote adherence to applicable state/federal laws and the program requirements of accreditation agencies and federal, state, and private health plans. Maintains and updates knowledge of sanitation, infection control, safety, supplies, equipment, appropriate utilization of supplies and materials. Performs appropriate patient assessments meeting admission and discharge criteria, provide safe medication administration using the patients six (6) rights, adequately perform POC monitoring and demonstrate safe infection control practices. Performs patient assessments related to cancer care and other medical diagnosis to include allergies and hypersensitivity reactions, physical, signs and symptoms, changes in activities of daily living, psychosocial, support network and financial dimensions across the continuum of care (diagnosis, treatment, surveillance, and end of life). Completes appropriate documentation by maintaining accurate and timely entries and notations in patient care records and hospital documents. Ensures that all records and documents meet the standards, goals, and objectives of Oncology Services and Parkland. Educates patients, families and significant others on cancer care, therapies, treatment side effects, interventions and prevention. Performs patient teaching with documented care plans that are disease site oriented as related to phase of care across the continuum and for discharge planning. Collaborates with wound care stoma and ENT nurses for performing wound, colostomy and tracheotomy care as directed. Manages triage for patients/families/other internal and external health care professionals to optimally navigate the health care system. Seeks and utilizes direction from more experienced staff and team members as needed. May work with other staff in providing direction to non-nursing staff. Participates in information exchanges with nursing and other Parkland staff that support the standards, missions, goals, and objectives of Oncology Services and Parkland. Identifies ways to improve work process and improve patient and customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of Oncology Services and Parkland. Serves as a preceptor or trainer to newer nursing staff members. Serves as a Charge Nurse on rotation as necessary. Serves as a role model for oncology nursing. Serves as a resource to unit nurses. Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements and trends in nursing practice by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals and actively participating in specialty nursing organizations. Keeps abreast of current clinical trials relevant to the patient population and specific cancer, communicating effectively with clinical trial staff. Maintains State of Texas Licensure as a Registered Nurse, plus any additional required licensures/certifications. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices. Prepares and conducts an in-service educational program for Oncology Services, at least once per year. Will maintain current Commission on Cancer specific certification in the nurses specialty by an accredited certification program or will continue ongoing education by earning 12 cancer-related continuing education nursing contract hours per year or 36 cancer-related continuing education nursing contract hours each accreditation cycle (3 years). Requisition ID: 991158

  • Rowlett, TX

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Senior Registered Nurse - Acute Care Unit

Location: Parkland: 13th FLR BLK 400 Location: Hospitalist A Unit Shift: Full-Time Days Primary Purpose The RN is a licensed professional who uses the Parkland nursing professional practice model to coordinate patient care delivery by the health care team. Using the nursing process, the RN assesses the patient, identifies nursing diagnoses based on responses to health problems, develops and implements an individualized plan of care, and evaluates the patient's response. The RN utilizes knowledge of patient needs and the healthcare environment to assist patients to transition through the healthcare encounter without any preventable complications or delays. The RN delegates interventions to health care personnel based on the Texas Nursing Practice Act, each patient's condition, and the competencies of the employee. Education Must be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing. Experience Must have two years of nursing experience Prefer experience in an acute care setting. Equivalent Education and/or Experience None Certification/Registration/Licensure Must have a current, valid RN license or temporary RN license from the Texas Board of Nursing, or a valid Compact RN license. Must have a current healthcare provider CPR course completion card from one of the following: -American Heart Association -American Red Cross - Military Training Network. Required Tests for Placement None Skills or Special Abilities Provides care to the assigned patient population in accordance with the current State of Texas Nurse Practice Act, established protocols, multidisciplinary plan of care, and clinical area-specific standards. Provides continuous assessment, consults with other team members as required, and provides nursing care that demonstrates patient-centered/patient-valued care. Exercises independent judgment in providing nursing care. Must be able to demonstrate effective interpersonal skills and possess good oral and written communication skills. Must be able to communicate effectively with patients, families, and hospital staff in accordance with established policies and procedures. May be required to communicate effectively, via the overhead paging system. Must be able to demonstrate the ability to provide direction to non-nursing staff, serve as a preceptor, and serve on rotation as a Charge Nurse. Must be able to prepare and conduct in-service educational programs. Must be able to demonstrate patient-centered/patient valued behaviors. As applicable, will be required to demonstrate acceptable knowledge of nursing standards of care for specialty care areas. Job Accountabilities Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements, and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the department and Parkland. Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices. Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines that impact the area. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable laws, accreditation agency requirements, and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as needed to ensure proper understanding. Requisition ID: 987915

  • Farmers Branch, TX

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Senior Registered Nurse - Acute Care Unit

Location: Parkland: 13th FLR BLK 400 Location: Hospitalist A Unit Shift: Full-Time Days Primary Purpose The RN is a licensed professional who uses the Parkland nursing professional practice model to coordinate patient care delivery by the health care team. Using the nursing process, the RN assesses the patient, identifies nursing diagnoses based on responses to health problems, develops and implements an individualized plan of care, and evaluates the patient's response. The RN utilizes knowledge of patient needs and the healthcare environment to assist patients to transition through the healthcare encounter without any preventable complications or delays. The RN delegates interventions to health care personnel based on the Texas Nursing Practice Act, each patient's condition, and the competencies of the employee. Education Must be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing. Experience Must have two years of nursing experience Prefer experience in an acute care setting. Equivalent Education and/or Experience None Certification/Registration/Licensure Must have a current, valid RN license or temporary RN license from the Texas Board of Nursing, or a valid Compact RN license. Must have a current healthcare provider CPR course completion card from one of the following: -American Heart Association -American Red Cross - Military Training Network. Required Tests for Placement None Skills or Special Abilities Provides care to the assigned patient population in accordance with the current State of Texas Nurse Practice Act, established protocols, multidisciplinary plan of care, and clinical area-specific standards. Provides continuous assessment, consults with other team members as required, and provides nursing care that demonstrates patient-centered/patient-valued care. Exercises independent judgment in providing nursing care. Must be able to demonstrate effective interpersonal skills and possess good oral and written communication skills. Must be able to communicate effectively with patients, families, and hospital staff in accordance with established policies and procedures. May be required to communicate effectively, via the overhead paging system. Must be able to demonstrate the ability to provide direction to non-nursing staff, serve as a preceptor, and serve on rotation as a Charge Nurse. Must be able to prepare and conduct in-service educational programs. Must be able to demonstrate patient-centered/patient valued behaviors. As applicable, will be required to demonstrate acceptable knowledge of nursing standards of care for specialty care areas. Job Accountabilities Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements, and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the department and Parkland. Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices. Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines that impact the area. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable laws, accreditation agency requirements, and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as needed to ensure proper understanding. Requisition ID: 987915

  • Addison, TX

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Senior Registered Nurse - Acute Care Unit

Location: Parkland: 13th FLR BLK 400 Location: Hospitalist A Unit Shift: Full-Time Days Primary Purpose The RN is a licensed professional who uses the Parkland nursing professional practice model to coordinate patient care delivery by the health care team. Using the nursing process, the RN assesses the patient, identifies nursing diagnoses based on responses to health problems, develops and implements an individualized plan of care, and evaluates the patient's response. The RN utilizes knowledge of patient needs and the healthcare environment to assist patients to transition through the healthcare encounter without any preventable complications or delays. The RN delegates interventions to health care personnel based on the Texas Nursing Practice Act, each patient's condition, and the competencies of the employee. Education Must be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing. Experience Must have two years of nursing experience Prefer experience in an acute care setting. Equivalent Education and/or Experience None Certification/Registration/Licensure Must have a current, valid RN license or temporary RN license from the Texas Board of Nursing, or a valid Compact RN license. Must have a current healthcare provider CPR course completion card from one of the following: -American Heart Association -American Red Cross - Military Training Network. Required Tests for Placement None Skills or Special Abilities Provides care to the assigned patient population in accordance with the current State of Texas Nurse Practice Act, established protocols, multidisciplinary plan of care, and clinical area-specific standards. Provides continuous assessment, consults with other team members as required, and provides nursing care that demonstrates patient-centered/patient-valued care. Exercises independent judgment in providing nursing care. Must be able to demonstrate effective interpersonal skills and possess good oral and written communication skills. Must be able to communicate effectively with patients, families, and hospital staff in accordance with established policies and procedures. May be required to communicate effectively, via the overhead paging system. Must be able to demonstrate the ability to provide direction to non-nursing staff, serve as a preceptor, and serve on rotation as a Charge Nurse. Must be able to prepare and conduct in-service educational programs. Must be able to demonstrate patient-centered/patient valued behaviors. As applicable, will be required to demonstrate acceptable knowledge of nursing standards of care for specialty care areas. Job Accountabilities Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements, and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the department and Parkland. Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices. Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines that impact the area. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable laws, accreditation agency requirements, and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as needed to ensure proper understanding. Requisition ID: 987915

  • Plano, TX

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Licensed Vocational Nurse - Correctional Health

Location: Jail South Tower Location: Lew Sterrett Justice Center - Kays Tower Shift - 6 AM - 6 :30 PM Primary Purpose Responsible for providing total nursing care for assigned patients, under the guidance of a Registered Nurse, in order to ensure quality care. Minimum Specifications Education -Must be a graduate of an accredited school of vocational nursing and/or licensed by the Texas Board of Nursing as a Licensed Vocational Nurse; or have a valid Compact LVN License. Experience -None. Certification/Registration/Licensure -Must have current, valid LVN license or temporary LVN license from the Texas Board of Nursing; or, valid Compact LVN license. -Must have current healthcare provider BLS for Healthcare Providers certification from one of the following: -American Heart Association -American Red Cross -Military Training Network Skills or Special Abilities -Provides care to assigned patient population in accordance with the current State of Texas Nurse Practice Act, established protocols, multidisciplinary plan of care and clinical area specific standards. -Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of staff, management, patient, and families. -Must be able to demonstrate patient centered/patient valued behaviors. -Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of appropriate nursing skills. Responsibilities -Screens and prioritizes patients with regard to medical problems, ensuring that appropriate treatment is delivered in a timely manner per physician orders and established policies and procedures. - Assists with inpatient/clinic coordination and flow of patients to include patient treatments as directed by physician and nursing/medical staff, and/or discharge activities. -Maintains and implements knowledge of all the rules, regulations, policies, procedures, guidelines, laws, and Joint Commission standards that impact and govern nursing processes and ensures that their work practices are in compliance. -Identifies and meets educational needs of patients and families by communicating and distributing appropriate information as needed. Reinforces patient/family education teaching that was initiated by RN or NP. May participate in community outreach activities (such as health fairs, community collaborations or outreach clinics) as assigned. -Assists with precepting (training, motivating, and supervising) new employees and students as directed by supervisor. -Completes appropriate written and computer documentation according to established procedures and guidelines. -Consults with other team members as required and provides nursing care which demonstrates patient centered/patient valued care while anticipating and accommodating patients, families, physicians, and other system staff to ensure the workflow is coordinated and patients receive timely and appropriate treatment. - Ensures that appropriate supplies are available for individual patient care by gathering all necessary items together in advance. May assist with ordering and stocking supplies as needed. -Responsible for cleaning and sterilizing both patient areas and medical instruments to ensure an appropriate healthcare environment. - Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve internal and external customer satisfaction. May assist with developing annual goals and objectives for the nursing area that support the mission and objectives. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals, objectives and mission of Parkland. - Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field of nursing by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, and maintaining LVN licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices. -Sets up patient appointments and referrals for further testing and follow-up care as needed. -Assists in transporting patients as needed. Requisition ID: 985729

  • Plano, TX

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Senior Registered Nurse - Medicine Surgery

Location: Acute Care Hospital Tower The 9 Medical-Surgical Unit is a new 40-bed semi-private unit on the 9th floor WISH Tower at Parkland Health. The unit cares for adult patients with a variety of acute medical conditions within the Medicine Service line. As a brand-new unit, 9 Gold offers staff the opportunity to help build the culture and workflows from the ground up while working in a collaborative environment focused on patient safety, teamwork, and high-reliability care. The unit will operate with typical medical-surgical staffing ratios of approximately 4-5 patients per RN with PCA support, consistent with Parkland's team-based care model. Parkland is offering an $8,000 hiring incentive for eligible Registered Nurses. To qualify, applicants must: Not be a current Parkland employee Not have worked at Parkland within the past 12 months Shift: Full-Time Days (7A-7P) Primary Purpose The RN is a licensed professional who uses the Parkland nursing professional practice model to coordinate patient care delivery by the health care team. Using the nursing process, the RN assesses the patient, identifies nursing diagnoses based on responses to health problems, develops and implements an individualized plan of care, and evaluates the patient's response. The RN utilizes knowledge of patient needs and the healthcare environment to assist patients to transition through the healthcare encounter without any preventable complications or delays. The RN delegates interventions to health care personnel based on the Texas Nursing Practice Act, each patient's condition and the competencies of the employee. Minimum Specifications Education - Must be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing. Experience - Must have two years of nursing experience. - Prefer experience in an acute care setting. Equivalent Education and/or Experience - None Certification/Registration/Licensure - Must have current RN license or valid temporary permit with the Texas Board of Nursing or valid Compact RN license. - Must have current healthcare provider BLS for Healthcare Providers certification from one of the following: -American Heart Association -American Red Cross -Military Training Network Required Tests for Placement -None Skills or Special Abilities - Provides care to assigned patient population in accordance with the current State of Texas Nurse Practice Act, established protocols, multidisciplinary plan of care, and clinical area specific standards. - Provides continuous assessment, consults with other team members as required and provides nursing care which demonstrates patient centered/patient valued care. - Exercises independent judgment in providing nursing care. - Must be able to demonstrate effective interpersonal skills and possess good oral and written communication skills. - Must be able to communicate effectively with patients, families, and hospital staff in accordance with established policies and procedures. - May be required to communicate effectively, via the overhead paging system. - Must be able to demonstrate the ability to provide direction to non-nursing staff, serve as a preceptor, and serve on rotation as a Charge Nurse. - Must be able to prepare and conduct in-service educational programs. - Must be able to demonstrate patient centered/patient valued behaviors. - As applicable, will be required to demonstrate acceptable knowledge of nursing standards of care for specialty care area. Responsibilities -Serves as a patient advocate, by focusing on patient needs, patient rights, confidentiality, and religious and cultural preferences. Maintains positive working relationships with all Parkland internal and external customers, employees, etc. Serves as a resource for patients and other healthcare team members. Provides patient care educational information and training to patient and family members. May serve as a resource for specific clinical patient care issues. May participate in community outreach activities (such as health fairs, community collaborations or outreach clinics) as assigned. -Maintains and implements knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact or govern nursing practice, and ensures the hospital and Parkland are in compliance. -Develops effective internal controls that promote adherence to applicable state/federal laws and the program requirements of accreditation agencies and federal, state, and private health plans. Maintains and updates knowledge of sanitation, infection control, safety, supplies, equipment, appropriate utilization of supplies and materials. -Completes appropriate patient assessments, admission criteria, identification and implementation of appropriate clinical interventions, discharge planning, interdisciplinary communication. Utilizes critical thinking skills and recognizes emergency situations and provides appropriate nursing interventions. Completes appropriate documentation by maintaining accurate and timely entries and notations in patient care records and hospital documents. Ensures that all records and documents meet the standards, goals, and objectives of the assigned Med/Surg department and Parkland. -Seeks and utilizes direction from more experienced staff and team members as needed. May work with other staff in providing direction to non-nursing staff. Participates in information exchanges with nursing and other Parkland staff that support the standards, missions, goals, and objectives of the assigned Med/Surg department and Parkland. -Identifies ways to improve work process and improve patient and customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the assigned Med/Surg department and Parkland. -Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements and trends in nursing practice by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals and actively participating in professional organizations. Maintains State of Texas Licensure as a Registered Nurse, plus any additional required licensures/certifications. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices. -Serves as a preceptor or trainer to newer nursing staff members and/or serve as a Charge Nurse on rotation as necessary. LI-SS2 Requisition ID: 985752

  • Rowlett, TX

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