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Job Description Shift 7 PM - 7 AM The Registered Nurse (RN) will provide professional nursing care to patients according to hospital policy and procedure; will assess patient care needs, plan and implement nursing care procedures, evaluate patient progress and modify care plans as necessary; will provide teaching to patients and their families; will direct the work of nursing support staff through the use of appropriate delegation and supervision skills. Duties include but are not limited to: • Provide direct care to patients, which includes facilitating social and emotional needs, supervising medication schedules and evaluating patient progress., • Collaborate with a variety of interdisciplinary professionals to determine and provide the best possible care for their patients., • Responsible for maintaining a safe environment, • Provide social support for patients by creating and encouraging patients to take advantage of opportunities such as support groups, social activities and other therapeutic measures., • Conducts intake assessments through interviews with patients and relatives to gather case history., • Plans and provides nursing care for patients., • Makes nursing diagnosis of the medical and emotional status of patients and recommends treatment options., • Consults with psychiatrists and other behavioral health staff in designing appropriate treatment plans for clients., • Administers and notes reactions to psychotropic drugs and other medications., • Arranges further medical attention when necessary., • Assists the client in understanding the nature of emotional disturbances and accepting the need for treatment., • Keep accurate written charts and records of patient activities and progress.Comply with laws, rules, regulations, protocols, and procedures., • Use professional judgment to ascertain and to apply appropriate intervention techniques with patients in crisis, • Assists in maintaining a safe and secure environment for staff and patients., • Test for vital signs of pain and ensures treatments of pain., • Documents all patient information on medical charts and follows physician’s written orders., • Maintains patient confidentiality., • Maintains accurate records and documentation of patient treatments, immunizations and laboratory results according to standard medical record keeping., • Performs administrative assignments such as filing, answering phones, typing, and completing progress notes in the computer system., • Performs related duties, as requested., • Upholds the Organization's ethics and customer service standards., • Education: ADN or BSN from an accredited college or university. CPR, • Required Licenses: Valid Texas RN license in good standing required., • Certifications: BLS, ACLS, CPI certifications a plus. De-escalation Program (provided during on-site training), • Experience: Minimum of 2 years clinical experience, preferably in a behavioral healthcare setting, phone triage, telehealth, case management, or a combination of education and experience., • Must be 21 years old or older., • Additional: Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) a plus, • Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:, • Knowledgeable of patient rights and laws pertaining to mental health and regulations pertaining to psychiatric nursing and the treatment of the mentally and emotionally disturbed patients.Theories, principles, and techniques of group and individual psychotherapy.Symptoms and behavior patterns of emotionally disturbed mentally ill patients., • Advanced knowledge and clinical skills in diagnosis and treatment of mental health. Professional nursing principles, procedures, and techniques used in the care and treatment of psychiatric patients.Social, psychological, and physical factors of mental and emotional disorders.Medical and psychological terminology.Medications, including psychotropic drugs, and effects on psychiatric patients.Control, preparation and administration of medications., • Demonstrates sound leadership skills and utilizes these skills in organizing the activities and schedules for medical and/or non-medical tasks of the Child, Adolescent and Adult for a given shift; record of consistently high quality of clinical and interpersonal skills to be an exemplary role model to others, • Displays basic knowledge of treatment procedures; interventions common to acute psychotic as well as non-violent crises intervention practice, medical and psychiatric emergency procedures., • Basic knowledge of abnormal psychology as typically found in the child or adolescent psychiatric population, application of this knowledge to child, adolescent or adult knowledge of medical terminology, especially those terms associated with child, adolescent or adult psychiatric care; thorough familiarity of psychopharmacy and the use of psychotropic medications with child, adolescent or adult psychiatric population, basic teaching and training skills helpful; problem-solving; organizational and time management; crisis intervention skills, • Ability to apply professional nursing care principles and procedures in the evaluation and treatment of psychiatric patients.Develop interpersonal therapeutic relationships with psychiatric patients., • Communicate effectively with a variety of individuals and function calmly in situations, which require a high degree of sensitivity, tact, and diplomacy.Provide prompt, efficient, and responsive service., • Ability to exercise appropriate judgment in answering questions and releasing information; analyze and project consequences of decisions and/or recommendations., • Excellent written and oral communication skills; skills in facilitating and/or co-facilitating process-oriented and didactic groups., • Screening: Must successfully pass background check, drug screen, physical and be able to provide positive employment references. If you are among the most competitive and qualified candidates for the job, you will be contacted directly by one of our hiring managers. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to individual inquiries regarding your application status. Good Luck & we hope to meet you soon! Dallas Behavioral Healthcare Hospital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. Benefits Full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, company paid disability, 401(k) and a generous amount of paid time off.

Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether your abilities are in direct patient care or one of the many other areas of healthcare administration and support, everyone at Parkland works together to fulfill our mission: the health and well-being of individuals and communities entrusted to our care. By joining Parkland, you become part of a diverse healthcare legacy thats served our community for more than 125 years. Put your skills to work with us, seek opportunities to learn and join a talented team where patient care is more than a job. Its our passion. Primary Purpose Provides care to assigned patient population in accordance with established protocols and multidisciplinary plan of care utilizing independent, dependent, and interdependent interventions to restore stability, prevent complications, and achieve and maintain optimal patient responses for all patients through patient centered/patient valued care. Minimum Specifications Education: Must be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing. Preferred Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Experience:Must have two (2) years of oncology experience. Certification/Registration/Licensure • Must have current RN license or valid temporary permit with the Texas Board of Nursing; or, valid Compact RN license., • Must have and maintain Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) Chemotherapy and Biotherapy certification., • Must have current healthcare provider BLS for Healthcare Providers certification from one of the following: • American Heart Association, • American Red Cross, • Military Training Network Skills or Special Abilities • Provides care to assigned patient population in accordance with the current State of Texas Nurse Practice Act, established protocols, multidisciplinary plan of care, and clinical area specific standards., • Must demonstrate ability to safety and successfully perform all responsibilities of a Senior Registered Nurse-Oncology Services., • Must have comprehensive understanding of chemotherapy as it relates to indications and side effects., • Must be able to start and discontinue intravenous access., • Must be able to access and provide maintenance of central line devices., • Provides continuous assessment, consults with other team members as required and provides nursing care which demonstrates patient centered/patient valued care., • Exercises independent judgment in providing nursing care., • Must be able to demonstrate effective interpersonal skills and possess good oral and written communication skills., • Must be able to communicate effectively with patients, families, and hospital staff in accordance with established policies and procedures., • May be required to communicate effectively, via the overhead paging system., • Must be able to demonstrate the ability to provide direction to non-nursing staff and serve as a preceptor., • Must be able to demonstrate patient centered/patient valued behaviors., • As applicable, will be required to demonstrate acceptable knowledge of nursing standards of care for specialty care area. Responsibilities • Serves as a patient advocate, by focusing on patient needs, patient rights, confidentiality, and religious and cultural preferences. Maintains positive working relationships with all Parkland internal and external customers, employees, etc. Serves as a resource for patients and other healthcare team members. Provides patient care educational information and training to patient and family members. May serve as a resource for specific clinical patient care issues. May participate in community outreach activities (such as health fairs, community collaborations or outreach clinics) as assigned., • Maintains and implements knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact or govern nursing practice, and ensures the hospital and Parkland are in compliance. This includes EMTALA, Order of Productive Custody, Memorandum of Transfer and APOWW. Develops effective internal controls that promote adherence to applicable state/federal laws and the program requirements of accreditation agencies and federal, state, and private health plans. Maintains and updates knowledge of sanitation, infection control, safety, supplies, equipment, appropriate utilization of supplies and materials., • Performs appropriate patient assessments meeting admission and discharge criteria, provide safe medication administration using the patients six (6) rights, adequately perform POC monitoring and demonstrate safe infection control practices. Performs patient assessments related to cancer care and other medical diagnosis to include allergies and hypersensitivity reactions, physical, signs and symptoms, changes in activities of daily living, psychosocial, support network and financial dimensions across the continuum of care (diagnosis, treatment, surveillance, and end of life). Completes appropriate documentation by maintaining accurate and timely entries and notations in patient care records and hospital documents. Ensures that all records and documents meet the standards, goals, and objectives of Oncology Services and Parkland., • Educates patients, families and significant others on cancer care, therapies, treatment side effects, interventions and prevention. Performs patient teaching with documented care plans that are disease site oriented as related to phase of care across the continuum and for discharge planning., • Assesses patient performance status for changes to included pain management, collaborating with providers for appropriate interventions (medical providers, nutritionist, rehabilitation, ACS, pharmacy, social work, chaplain, palliative medicine, speech pathologist, etc.)., • Collaborates with wound care, stoma and ENT nurses for performing wound, colostomy and tracheotomy care as directed., • Effectively manages triage for patient/family/other internal and external health care professionals to navigate the health care system with nursing supervision., • Serves as a preceptor or trainer to newer nursing staff members. Serves as a Charge Nurse on rotation as necessary. Serves as a role model for oncology nursing. Serves as a resource to unit nurses., • Seeks and utilizes direction from more experienced staff and team members as needed. May work with other staff in providing direction to non-nursing staff. Participates in information exchanges with nursing and other Parkland staff that support the standards, missions, goals, and objectives of Oncology Services and the institution., • May be required to communicate effectively, via the overhead paging system., • Identifies ways to improve work process and improve patient and customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of cancer services and the institution., • Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements and trends in nursing practice by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals and actively participating in professional organizations. Maintains State of Texas Licensure as a Registered Nurse, plus any additional required licensures/certifications. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices. Prepares and conducts an in-service educational program for Oncology Services, at least once per year, • Will maintain current Commission on Cancer specific certification in the nurses specialty by an accredited certification program or will continue ongoing education by earning 12 cancer-related continuing education nursing contract hours per year or 36 cancer-related continuing education nursing contract hours each accreditation cycle (3 years).

Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether your abilities are in direct patient care or one of the many other areas of healthcare administration and support, everyone at Parkland works together to fulfill our mission: the health and well-being of individuals and communities entrusted to our care. By joining Parkland, you become part of a diverse healthcare legacy thats served our community for more than 125 years. Put your skills to work with us, seek opportunities to learn and join a talented team where patient care is more than a job. Its our passion. Primary Purpose Provides care to assigned patient population in accordance with established protocols and multidisciplinary plan of care utilizing independent, dependent, and interdependent interventions to restore stability, prevent complications, and achieve and maintain optimal patient responses for all patients through patient centered/patient valued care. Minimum Specifications Education: Must be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing. Preferred Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Experience:Must have two (2) years of oncology experience. Certification/Registration/Licensure • Must have current RN license or valid temporary permit with the Texas Board of Nursing; or, valid Compact RN license., • Must have and maintain Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) Chemotherapy and Biotherapy certification., • Must have current healthcare provider BLS for Healthcare Providers certification from one of the following: • American Heart Association, • American Red Cross, • Military Training Network Skills or Special Abilities • Provides care to assigned patient population in accordance with the current State of Texas Nurse Practice Act, established protocols, multidisciplinary plan of care, and clinical area specific standards., • Must demonstrate ability to safety and successfully perform all responsibilities of a Senior Registered Nurse-Oncology Services., • Must have comprehensive understanding of chemotherapy as it relates to indications and side effects., • Must be able to start and discontinue intravenous access., • Must be able to access and provide maintenance of central line devices., • Provides continuous assessment, consults with other team members as required and provides nursing care which demonstrates patient centered/patient valued care., • Exercises independent judgment in providing nursing care., • Must be able to demonstrate effective interpersonal skills and possess good oral and written communication skills., • Must be able to communicate effectively with patients, families, and hospital staff in accordance with established policies and procedures., • May be required to communicate effectively, via the overhead paging system., • Must be able to demonstrate the ability to provide direction to non-nursing staff and serve as a preceptor., • Must be able to demonstrate patient centered/patient valued behaviors., • As applicable, will be required to demonstrate acceptable knowledge of nursing standards of care for specialty care area. Responsibilities • Serves as a patient advocate, by focusing on patient needs, patient rights, confidentiality, and religious and cultural preferences. Maintains positive working relationships with all Parkland internal and external customers, employees, etc. Serves as a resource for patients and other healthcare team members. Provides patient care educational information and training to patient and family members. May serve as a resource for specific clinical patient care issues. May participate in community outreach activities (such as health fairs, community collaborations or outreach clinics) as assigned., • Maintains and implements knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact or govern nursing practice, and ensures the hospital and Parkland are in compliance. This includes EMTALA, Order of Productive Custody, Memorandum of Transfer and APOWW. Develops effective internal controls that promote adherence to applicable state/federal laws and the program requirements of accreditation agencies and federal, state, and private health plans. Maintains and updates knowledge of sanitation, infection control, safety, supplies, equipment, appropriate utilization of supplies and materials., • Performs appropriate patient assessments meeting admission and discharge criteria, provide safe medication administration using the patients six (6) rights, adequately perform POC monitoring and demonstrate safe infection control practices. Performs patient assessments related to cancer care and other medical diagnosis to include allergies and hypersensitivity reactions, physical, signs and symptoms, changes in activities of daily living, psychosocial, support network and financial dimensions across the continuum of care (diagnosis, treatment, surveillance, and end of life). Completes appropriate documentation by maintaining accurate and timely entries and notations in patient care records and hospital documents. Ensures that all records and documents meet the standards, goals, and objectives of Oncology Services and Parkland., • Educates patients, families and significant others on cancer care, therapies, treatment side effects, interventions and prevention. Performs patient teaching with documented care plans that are disease site oriented as related to phase of care across the continuum and for discharge planning., • Assesses patient performance status for changes to included pain management, collaborating with providers for appropriate interventions (medical providers, nutritionist, rehabilitation, ACS, pharmacy, social work, chaplain, palliative medicine, speech pathologist, etc.)., • Collaborates with wound care, stoma and ENT nurses for performing wound, colostomy and tracheotomy care as directed., • Effectively manages triage for patient/family/other internal and external health care professionals to navigate the health care system with nursing supervision., • Serves as a preceptor or trainer to newer nursing staff members. Serves as a Charge Nurse on rotation as necessary. Serves as a role model for oncology nursing. Serves as a resource to unit nurses., • Seeks and utilizes direction from more experienced staff and team members as needed. May work with other staff in providing direction to non-nursing staff. Participates in information exchanges with nursing and other Parkland staff that support the standards, missions, goals, and objectives of Oncology Services and the institution., • May be required to communicate effectively, via the overhead paging system., • Identifies ways to improve work process and improve patient and customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of cancer services and the institution., • Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements and trends in nursing practice by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals and actively participating in professional organizations. Maintains State of Texas Licensure as a Registered Nurse, plus any additional required licensures/certifications. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices. Prepares and conducts an in-service educational program for Oncology Services, at least once per year, • Will maintain current Commission on Cancer specific certification in the nurses specialty by an accredited certification program or will continue ongoing education by earning 12 cancer-related continuing education nursing contract hours per year or 36 cancer-related continuing education nursing contract hours each accreditation cycle (3 years).

A leading medical institution in Dallas seeks a Clinic RN for pulmonary triage.

Registered Nurse (RN) | Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care Location: Dallas, TX Agency: Triage Staffing Pay: $1,508 per week Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: ASAP About the Position Travel Nursing: Intensive Care Unit Dallas, TX Location: D

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