RN Charge Skilled Nursing at Baylor Scott & White Health in Temple, TX

Baylor Scott & White Continuing Care Hospital

Job Title: RN Charge

Location:Temple, TX

Job Status/Hours:Full-Time, Days, (3) 12-hour shifts per week, 6A-6P

Department:Skilled Nursing Unit

Unit Specifics: 23 beds, 5:1 nurse/patient ratio

Baylor Scott & White Continuing Care Hospital - Temple is a 48-bed, highly advanced medical facility offering private treatment rooms and 24-hour access to a team of physicians located in Temple, Texas.

Our modern, patient-focused facility delivers comprehensive therapies for patients requiring extended hospital stays. Rather than chronic care, the Baylor Scott & White Continuing Care Hospital provides acute care, which involves active but short-term treatment following a severe medical condition or during recovery from surgery. It is also home to our skilled nursing facility.

CCH is like a small family. Staff and inter-disciplinary teams know and care for each other. We work hard but have fun at the same time. Every decision made is in the best interest of staff and the patients.

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers 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 benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

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

Registered Nurse Charge oversees patient care, follows nursing regulations, and fulfills the organization's priorities. This enhances responsibility to promote the mission. The main tasks involve evaluating patients, identifying nursing diagnoses, creating personalized care plans, and assessing patient responses.

Essential Functions of the Role

You will utilize nursing judgment and reasoning to make precise health assessments, ensuring these assessments align with standard practices.
You will check nursing procedures. Use research to make changes.
You will demonstrate caring practices by addressing both emotional and physical discomfort, aiming to foster healing and prevent excess distress.

Key Success Factors

Familiarity with nursing and patient care protocols and practices.
Proven communication skills both in speech and writing.
Exceptional problem-solving abilities coupled with smart critical thinking skills.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve.

Qualifications

We are looking for someone who has completed an established program in Nursing.
At least (2) two years in the field.
Registered Nurse License.
You must have Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of being hired.