RN - Home Health

Job Description

Job Description

RN Hospital at Home Nights Job Title : RN Hospital at Home Location : College Station, Texas Status : Full-Time Shift : Nights, 7P-7A At Baylor Scott & White Hospital at Home, we are pioneering innovative care delivery models to revolutionize healthcare. Our program offers inpatient level of care services in the comfort of the patient's home. We prioritize quality, acute care delivery, ensuring patients can remain at home while achieving positive clinical outcomes. We are seeking compassionate and skilled Registered Nurses to join our dynamic Hospital at Home team in College Station, Texas. As a Hospital at Home Registered Nurse, you will have the unique opportunity to provide personalized care to patients within their homes. You will play a crucial role in assessing clinical and environmental needs, fostering a healing environment, and supporting patients and their families through education and emotional support. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Provide high-quality acute care services to patients enrolled in the Hospital at Home program. Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized care plans tailored to each patient's needs. Spend additional time at bedside assessing clinical and environmental needs and supporting an overall healing environment. Act as a key educator and provide ongoing support to patients and their families, ensuring they have the necessary resources and understanding to manage their care at home. Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care and optimize patient outcomes. Qualifications - External QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program MAJOR - Nursing CERTIFICATION / LICENSE / REGISTRATION - Registered Nurse (RN) Basic Life Support (BLS) : BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer. About Us At Baylor Scott & White Health, we promote well-being for everyone. It's the largest healthcare system in Texas that encourages healthy living. 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 competitive benefits package empowers you to live well and provides : 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. Job Summary As a Registered Nurse, will oversee patient care provided by the healthcare team using a professional practice model. Your responsibilities include patient assessment, recognizing health issues, creating care plans, and assessing patient responses. What You'll Do You, as an RN, will conduct detailed clinical assessments, prioritize patient and family needs, create, implement, and evaluate care plans. Adjust plans to reach desired outcomes. Building relationships, managing discomfort, staying professional are vital in therapeutic connections with patients and families. Creating care plans reflecting values aids in resolving issues. You will help educate patients, families, nurses, and community members to empower them with knowledge for better healthcare choices. Assess and document learning needs regularly. Work with colleagues and community to create a care plan. Delegate tasks carefully and follow up promptly. You'll use different strategies for problem-solving with patients, families, and staff. Recognize limitations and prioritize safety, effectiveness, and efficiency in patient care planning and delivery. Achieve goals through teamwork, recognize contributions, commit to growth. Contribute to peers' development, show community service commitment. What Will Make You Successful In The Role A deep understanding of nursing and patient care standards, as well as procedures. Know nursing laws, rules, standards, and guidelines in your area. Understand hospital procedures and rules. Proficiency in medical terms, focusing on health, disease prevention, management, common meds, and their side effects. Respect for medical and professional nursing ethics and patient privacy rights. Exceptional communication skills, allowing for clear expression of thoughts both verbally and in writing. Positive social skills to facilitate interactions with a diverse range of parties. Excellent problem-solving capabilities, driving effective critical thinking. Basic computer skills, encompassing areas such as Microsoft Office, information security, scheduling and payroll systems, electronic medical documentation, and email. Belonging Statement We think everyone should feel welcomed, valued, and supported. Our workforce should mirror the communities we serve. Qualifications Grad of an Accredited Program Specialized field of study should be nursing. A current and valid nursing license. Must have BLS certification or get it within 30 days of starting in this role.