We are looking to add top talent to our Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas team.

Join us in performing Sacred Work!

Competitive benefits are offered including:

Matched Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Benefit Plan – Medical, Dental, Vision and Much More!

Bonus Potential

Summary/Objective

The Prep Hold (PACU) Registered Nurse is responsible for the provision of safe and effective care of the patient having invasive or non-invasive special procedure(s) in the Cardiac Cath Lab or surgical suite to include the immediate pre-procedure period and immediately following the procedure.

Essential Job Duties

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Utilizes a systemic approach to provide individualized, goal-directed, nursing care by performing comprehensive nursing assessments regarding the health status of the patient, making nursing diagnoses that serve as the basis for the strategy of care, developing a plan of care based on the assessment and diagnosis, implementing care and evaluating the patient's responses to nursing interventions.

2. Facilitates departmental operations through completion of all patient logs, charge requisitions and other paper work, as well as maintain required documentation of patient care and unit activities in accordance with standards.

3. Organizes activities during the immediate pre-procedure period to ensure that all required assessments are completed and documented fully, and assumes responsibility for the efficient management of patient in the immediate post procedure period. 

4. Communicates information appropriately with Medical Staff and other members of the health care team to promote continuity of care and attainment of patient expected outcomes.

5. Analyzes the assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis and identifies expected outcomes that are unique to the patient.

6. Ensures implementation of operational standards which promote the maintenance of patient rights including, Informed consent, Clarification of patient expectations, Explanation of treatment processes, Maintenance of confidentiality of patient information, Maintenance of patient privacy through prevention of excess exposure during procedures, Ethical considerations, Handling of patient complaints.

Core Values: Accountable, Collaborative, Competent, Compassionate, Respectful

1. Responds to all reasonable requests in an appropriate and timely manner and communicates in a concise and effective way with others. Demonstrates flexibility to fluctuating workload and effectively prioritizes assignments.

(Collaborative, Accountable, Competent)

2. Demonstrates Sacred Work philosophy in all work interactions. Exhibits a positive attitude as a Partner in Caring in support of the mission of Baptist Hospital of Southeast Texas. 

(Compassionate, Respectful, Accountable)

3. Embraces diversity within the work environment and consistently deals with all customers in a friendly and respectful manner. Supports teamwork and cooperation with work partners, volunteers to assist co-workers. (Compassionate, Respectful, Collaborative)

4. Has a wealth of knowledge about all job facets and is considered competent. Understands job responsibilities and is able to deal with multiple competing demands. Accepts liability for errors and makes corrections willingly. Embraces continuous learning.

(Competent, Accountable)

5. Adheres to all policies and procedures related to safety, infection control, confidentiality and corporate compliance, including personal demeanor, appearance and hygiene that are appropriate for the work environment. (Accountable, Competent)

Safe Behaviors

1. Observe and/or listen to achieve detailed results or detect subtle flaws/errors.

2. Continually challenge existing conditions and activities in order to identify discrepancies that might result in error or inappropriate action.

3. Effectively transfer (handoff) essential information (along with authority and responsibility during transitions in care; to include an opportunity to ask questions, clarify and confirm.

4. Successfully work together with peers and management to achieve a desired outcome.

5. Adhere to rules and best practices for safety concerns for patients, staff and yourself.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, or feel and must be able to document in personnel and medical records and file forms in an appropriate manner. Must be able to talk or hear effectively, communicate verbally with Participants and be able to hear or otherwise interpret Participant statements. The employee is occasionally required to sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, however, in a time of crisis, may need to be able to assist Participants.

Required Education and Experience

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Required License/Certifications

BLS certification

ACLS certification / PALS

AAP/EEO Statement

Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas (BHSET) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, BHSET complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.