Registered Nurse (RN) Trauma Surgical ICU (FT Nights)

UMC Health System

About The Position

We’ve learned that what is best for patients is also best for employees. Learn more about why we are one of the Best Companies to Work for in Texas®. RN Trauma Surgical ICU Full Time The Trauma and Surgical ICU offers a variety of opportunities for advanced patient care in the region’s only Level I Trauma Center. More than 50% of the patients admitted to the 20-bed unit are multiple trauma patients. There is a large neurosurgery and general surgery patient population. The unit is a fast-paced unit with many opportunities for learning. The physician leadership of the unit are trauma/critical care trained surgeons. The unit has many active committees with bedside nurses making advancements in patient care and work environment. The environment encourages evidence based practice and research. Nurses working in the Trauma and Surgical ICU are also trained to work in the region’s only Burn Center. Registered professional nurse who assesses, implements or delegates, plans, and evaluates total nursing care and functions in accordance with established philosophy, providing and directing patient care for a group of patients. Relates effectively with other shifts/departments for optimal continuity of care.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing
Valid Texas RN License/Eligible Compact License
Must maintain a current BLS & ACLS certification from American Heart Association
Minimum of 1 year of acute care experience.
BSN required or must be obtained within 3 years of hire

Nice To Haves

CCRN Certification preferred

Responsibilities

assesses, implements or delegates, plans, and evaluates total nursing care
providing and directing patient care for a group of patients
Relates effectively with other shifts/departments for optimal continuity of care