Registered Nurse (RN) - Apheresis
Parkland Health & Hospital
Dallas, TX

Senior Registered Nurse - Dialysis/Apheresis (3-11 PM) Mon-Fri

Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether your abilities are in direct patient care or one of the many other areas of healthcare administration and support, everyone at Parkland works together to fulfill our mission: the health and well-being of individuals and communities entrusted to our care. By joining Parkland, you become part of a diverse healthcare legacy that's served our community for more than 125 years. Put your skills to work with us, seek opportunities to learn and join a talented team where patient care is more than a job. It's our passion. No Weekends and No On-Call! Primary Purpose The RN is a licensed professional who uses the Parkland nursing professional practice model to coordinate patient care delivery, which focuses on a particular patient population(s)/specific health condition, 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 healthcare 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 of an accredited school of nursing. Experience * Must have two years of nursing experience. * Prefer experience in an acute care setting. * Peritoneal Dialysis requires 12-month clinical experience and 6 months of outpatient experience. Equivalent Education and/or Experience * May have an equivalent combination of education and/or experience in lieu of specific education and/or experience as stated above. 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 Skills or Special Abilities * Provides care for 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. * 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. * 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 demonstrate patient centered/patient-valued behaviors. * As applicable, will be required to demonstrate acceptable knowledge of nursing standards of care for specialty care area. 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. Parkland Health and Hospital System prohibits discrimination based on age (40 or over), race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, national origin, marital status, political belief, or veteran status. As part of our commitment to our patients and employees' wellness, Parkland Health is a tobacco and smoke-free campus. Nearest Major Market: Dallas Nearest Secondary Market: Fort Worth Job Segment: Nursing, Registered Nurse, Dialysis, Healthcare Administration, Patient Care, Healthcare