Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Float Pediatric PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Children's Medical Center Plano
Plano, TX
3x12 hrs

$23+/hour

Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • Facility Information
    Childrens60 bedsEpic Systems Corporation
  • Setting
    Float

Pay

Estimated pay
$23+/hour

Benefits

  • Wellness and fitness programs
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Holiday Pay
  • Pet insurance
  • Employee assistance programs
  • License and certification reimbursement
  • Life insurance

Qualifications

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Required
    Work Experience
  • Registered Nurse (1 year)
    Education
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing
    Other
  • Eligible to work in US
Other qualifications

Description

Job Title & Specialty Area: Intermediate/PICU - Registered Nurse Pool Critical Care

Department: Intermediate/PICU

Location: Plano

Shift: Full Time 7p-7a

Job Type: On-Site

Why Children’s Health?
At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal.

Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being.

Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.

Position Summary: 

Independently performs the functions of a registered nurse in direct patient care. Utilizes the nursing process in the delivery of developmentally appropriate care. Also works in collaboration with other health care professionals to provide a comprehensive plan of care to meet the patient/family needs. Critical care settings are defined as intensive care units and/or emergency department.

Job Profile: 

    • Requires in-depth professional knowledge and practical/applied expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines within the broader professional field 
    • Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; demonstrates awareness of the industry, including regulatory, evolving customer demands, and the factors that differentiate the organization in the market
    •  Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead projects with manageable risks and resource requirements 
    • Solves complex problems and takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information
    •  Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies 
    • Works independently, receives minimal guidance
    •  Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus

    Job Specific Responsibilities 

    • Responsible and accountable for prescribing, delegating and coordinating patient care. Uses clinical judgment based on nursing skills acquired through formal and informal experiential knowledge and evidence based guidelines to globally assess the patient's situation and through critical thinking and clinical decision making, develop an appropriate plan of care for the patient, with the aim of promoting comfort. 
    • Accountable that patient care meets standards of safety, effectiveness, patient rights and guest relations. 
    • Oversees care delivered by patient care team; coordinates plan of care. 
    • Provides education and facilitates learning for patients, families, and patient care team in a way that demonstrates a sensitivity to recognize, appreciate, and incorporate differences related to diversity. 
    • Collaborates with physicians, families and other healthcare professionals to assist in developing and implementing an appropriate plan of care in a way that promotes/encourages each person's contributions towards achieving the best patient outcomes. 

     How You’ll Be Successful:

    • At least 1.5 year job related pediatric critical acute care experience required
    • Four-year Bachelor's degree in Nursing required
    • Current license to practice professional nursing in the State of Texas required
    • Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers as required by CP 1.20 Life Support Course Requirements required
    • PALS/NRP required
    • PACES certification with 180 days

    A Place Where You Belong

    We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children’s Health a place where everyone can contribute.

     Holistic Benefits – How We’ll Care for You:

    · Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years.

    · 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure

    · Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)

    · Caregiver Leave

    · Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement >

Children's Health (Dallas) Job ID #18206. Posted job title: Intermediate Picu - Registered Nurse Float Critical Care

Facility

Children's Medical Center Plano

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  • Childrens
  • 60 beds
  • Epic Systems Corporation
ADDRESS7601 Preston RdPlano, TX 75024
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Employer

Children's Health (Dallas)

About
At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children for 110 years, and generation to come. We recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal. Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being.Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community.Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.
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About Plano, TX

Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Plano is slightly higher than the national average, especially in terms of housing.
  • However, the wages in Plano generally match up with the higher cost of living.
Weather
  • The average high in summer is around 94°F, and the average low in winter is around 34°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are fairly easy to find in Plano, with a variety of options available for travel nurses.
Transportation
  • Plano is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
  • Public transportation options include buses and a light rail system connecting to Dallas.
Demographics
  • Plano is a diverse city with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to pollen.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in Plano.
Things to Do
  • Plano offers a wide range of activities including world-class shopping, dining, museums, recreational opportunities, historic downtown with unique shops, street events, seasonal activities, art festivals, and the colorful Plano Balloon Festival.
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