Registered Nurse

Registered Nurses (RNs) specializing in Medical-Surgical (Med-Surg) care in Dallas, Texas, play a crucial role in delivering comprehensive nursing services to adult patients across various medical conditions. Their responsibilities encompass a wide range of clinical and administrative duties aimed at ensuring optimal patient outcomes.

• Patient Assessment and Care Planning:
  Conduct thorough physical, psychosocial, and emotional assessments of patients. Develop individualized care plans based on these assessments, incorporating age-specific criteria for diverse patient populations.
• Direct Patient Care:
  Administer medications and treatments as prescribed. Monitor patient health status and vital signs, promptly identifying and addressing any changes in condition.
• Collaboration and Communication:
  Work closely with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate and implement patient care plans. Serve as a resource for patients and their families, providing education and support throughout the care process.
• Delegation and Supervision:
  Delegate appropriate interventions to healthcare personnel based on patient needs and staff competencies. Provide guidance and serve as a preceptor to newer nursing staff members.
• Compliance and Documentation:
  Ensure adherence to established protocols, policies, and regulatory standards. Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes.

• Education:
  
  Graduate of an accredited nursing program; a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is preferred.
• Experience:
  
  A minimum of two years of nursing experience is required, with a preference for candidates with experience in acute care settings.
• Licensure and
  
  Certifications:
  
  Current RN license from the Texas Board of Nursing or a valid Compact RN license. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is mandatory; additional certifications may be required based on specialty areas.