RN Medical ICU Nights

Registered Nurse – Medical ICU

Baylor Scott & White Temple invites a dedicated Registered Nurse to join our Level One Medical ICU Department. The full‑time night shift (7 p‑7 a) offers a 36‑hour week in a 636‑bed specialty teaching hospital that is a Magnet‑designated Level 1 Trauma Center.

• 23‑bed Medical ICU staffed by acute and chronic illness patients.
• Use of advanced technology and multidisciplinary rounds.
• Structured progression training and leadership growth support.

We promote well‑being for all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott & White is Texas’s largest not‑for‑profit health system that empowers you to live well.

• We serve faithfully with a joyful heart.
• We never settle, constantly striving for better.
• We support one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering an exceptional experience.

Benefits begin on day 1 and include:
Eligibility for all benefits, dollar‑for‑dollar 401(k) match up to 5%, debt‑free tuition assistance, and immediate access to time‑off benefits. Benefits may vary by position type or level.

As a Registered Nurse, oversee patient care using a professional practice model. Responsibilities include patient assessment, health issue recognition, care plan creation, and patient response evaluation. Secure patient travel and adhere to the Texas Nursing Practice Act, delegating tasks based on condition and team competencies.

• Conduct detailed clinical assessments and prioritize patient and family needs.
• Create, implement, and evaluate care plans, adjusting to reach desired outcomes.
• Build therapeutic connections with patients and families.
• Educate patients, families, nurses, and community members, empowering knowledge for better healthcare choices.
• Delegate tasks carefully and follow up promptly, working with colleagues and community.
• Use problem‑solving strategies, prioritizing safety, effectiveness, and efficiency in patient care planning and delivery.
• Contribute to peer development, demonstrating community service commitment.

• Deep understanding of nursing and patient care standards.
• Knowledge of nursing laws, rules, and guidelines.
• Proficiency in medical terminology focusing on health, disease prevention, management, common medications, and side effects.
• Respect for medical and professional nursing ethics and patient privacy rights.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Positive social skills for diverse interactions.
• Strong problem‑solving and critical‑thinking abilities.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and electronic medical record systems.

All people should feel welcomed, valued, and supported, and our workforce should reflect the communities we serve.

• Graduate of an accredited RN program.
• RN license required.
• BLS certification or acquire within 30 days of starting.
• Minimum 1 year ICU RN experience.