Registered Nurse – Acute Care

Job Description

About Company

Baylor University Medical Center (Baylor Dallas), a flagship hospital of Baylor Scott & White Health, is a major patient care, teaching, and research center located in Dallas, Texas. Established in 1903, it has grown from 25 beds to 914 licensed beds, caring for over 300,000 people annually. The medical center is home to more than 20 medical specialty centers, many of which are ranked among the top 50 programs in the United States. Baylor Dallas has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a “Best Hospital” for 29 consecutive years, and has received similar designations from Newsweek and Becker’s Healthcare. It has also been ranked in the Top 20 U.S. Major Teaching Hospitals for two consecutive years by Watson Health. In 2018, Baylor Dallas achieved its fourth consecutive Magnet Recognition Program accreditation by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).

Baylor Scott & White Health is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas and one of the largest in the United States. It encompasses more than 52 hospitals, 800 access points, a quality health plan, and an award-winning research institute. The system emphasizes empowering its team members to create healthier communities and deliver safe, high-quality care. Its core values include serving faithfully, acting honestly, never settling, and working together to deliver world-class healthcare. Baylor Scott & White Health is the most awarded system in Texas and has been certified as a Great Place to Work. The nursing team within Baylor Scott & White Health is characterized by its commitment to innovation, continuous improvement, and a diverse group of team members who bring unique talents and a deep commitment to those they serve.

Job Description: Registered Nurse – Acute Care

This position is for a Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Acute Care at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, Texas.

• Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM (Nights)
• Schedule: 3, 12-hour shifts
• Unit Type: Acute Care units are described as fast-paced with high acuity patients, fostering an environment that supports learning, mentoring, and team member development.
• Patient Population: The specific patient populations for this unit include Nephrology, Hepatology, Endocrinology, Geriatrics, Gastrointestinal, and Psychiatric patients.
• Patient Ratios: The patient-to-nurse ratio is 1:5.
• Number of Beds: The unit has 24 beds.

Benefits and Perks for Baylor Scott & White Health Registered Nurses:

• Competitive Pay: Includes an RN Bonus Program that rewards nurses for exceptional care and improved patient outcomes.
• Relocation Assistance: Attractive assistance is offered for full-time candidates.
• Excellent Benefits:
• Generous 401(k) program with company match.
• Vacation and Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Tuition assistance.
• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits.
• Wellness programs. (Note: benefits may vary based on position type and/or level).
• Shared Governance Model: Features unit-based councils that empower nurses and aim to improve patient outcomes.
• Continuing Education: Access to over 4,000 hours of online continuing education for professional development.
• Nurse Practice Council: A strong system-wide council that uses autonomy, authority, and accountability in collaboration with transformational nursing leadership to drive nursing practice.
• Spirit of Inquiry and Innovation: Promotes Evidence-based practice, research, and innovations in nursing practice.
• Healthy Work Environment: Cultivates a culture of safety using inter-professional collaboration and professional competencies to meet patient needs and provide safe passage and quality outcomes.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of an Accredited Nursing Program.
• Experience:
• 1+ years of experience as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the U.S.
• 3+ years of acute care/bedside experience in a hospital setting.
• Licensure/Certification:
• RN – Registered Nurse.
• BLS – Basic Life Support (required within 30 days of hire).