Clinical RN

Functions as a staff nurse under the guidance and supervision of an experienced R.N. Performs routine patient care assignments and carries out established nursing procedures utilizing the nursing process.

Functions as a staff nurse under the guidance and supervision of an experienced R.N. Performs routine patient care assignments and carries out established nursing procedures utilizing the nursing process.

Hold a current Texas permit or license as a Registered Nurse. Current BLS required upon hire or transfer to department. PALS certification required within 6 months of hire or transfer to department. BSN preferred.

• Infusion Service nurses require a minimum 1-year appropriate experience as a registered nurse. Acute care setting is preferred.
• Successful completion of general and nursing orientation within 3 months of hire.
• Complete the following competencies within 3 months of hire or transfer:
• Unit Orientation
• Unit Safety
• Attendance requirements
• Demonstrate Nursing Process elements:
• Assessment
• Diagnosis
• Planning
• Intervention
• Evaluation
• Appropriate documentation and chart review
• Demonstrate ability to analyze lab results appropriately
• Demonstrate appropriate steps required for safe administration and handling of chemotherapeutic agents
• Proper patient preparation (diagnostic studies, perioperative, teaching, permits and consents
• Age-specific care
• Body Substance Isolation
• Blood and Blood Component Administration
• Participation in Code Blue
• Restraint Use
• Demonstrates knowledge of various VADS (PICCS, Groshongs, Port-a-caths, Pass Ports)
• Attends appropriate PICC/Midline training sessions within 6 months of hire.
• Demonstrates technical skills necessary for successful placement of PICC lines.

• Ability to perform:
• Heavy lifting
• Sustained standing and walking
• Work under stress
• Varied work hours and shifts
• May encounter exposure to infectious diseases.