RN Seasonal Specialty Care Telemetry
Seasonal Registered Nurse (RN) – Specialty Care / Telemetry (Days)
Baylor Scott & White Health | The Heart Hospital – Waxahachie
Waxahachie, TX
Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking an experienced Seasonal Registered Nurse (RN) to join the Specialty Care Unit at The Heart Hospital Waxahachie on Day Shift. This seasonal opportunity is ideal for skilled nurses who can quickly integrate into a fast‑paced telemetry and cardiac care environment.
Position Details
- Status: Seasonal, 13-week assignment
- Shift: Day Shift
- Schedule: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Hours: 12‑hour shifts, 3 shifts per week throughout the seasonal contract
- Call: Not applicable
Department Overview
The Specialty Care Unit provides telemetry inpatient care with some pre‑ and post‑procedure care for cardiac and vascular patients. This role requires strong clinical experience due to a condensed onboarding timeline.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care in a telemetry and specialty inpatient setting
- Monitor cardiac rhythms and patient conditions
- Deliver pre‑ and post‑procedure nursing care as needed
- Collaborate closely with physicians and interdisciplinary team members
- Ensure patient safety, quality care, and accurate documentation
- Contribute positively to a team‑oriented environment
Required Qualifications
- Current Texas RN license
- Telemetry experience required
- Inpatient nursing experience required
- Strong cardiac and vascular knowledge
- Ability to adapt quickly in a seasonal role
Preferred Qualifications
- Post‑cath sheath management
- Immediate post‑procedure care
- Pre‑operative care experience
About Us
Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.
Our Core Values are:
- We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
- We never settle by constantly striving for better.
- We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
- We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
Benefits
Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.
Job Summary
As a Seasonal RN, you align with our nursing model, manage patient care, evaluate, recognize, create, implement care plans. Monitor patient progress is also vital. Your knowledge will help patients navigate the healthcare system safely, reducing complications. You will use your expertise to understand patient needs and the healthcare environment.
Essential Functions of the Role
- Using good judgment and clinical reasoning, conduct thorough assessments following practice standards.
- Identify patient and family needs, then develop, implement, and evaluate nursing care plans accordingly. Make adjustments as needed.
- Creating safe, therapeutic environments for patients, families, and staff.
- Managing emotional and physical pain to promote recovery and prevent unnecessary suffering.
Key Success Factors
- Comprehensive knowledge of standards and procedures in nursing and patient care.
- Effective communication skills to articulate thoughts clearly and interact with diverse groups of people.
- Proficient problem-solving abilities and critical thinking skills to provide quality patient care.
- Flexibility and excellent communication for sharing changes in patient health conditions promptly and efficiently.
Belonging Statement
We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.
Qualifications
- A degree from a recognized nursing program or two years of relevant work experience
- A minimum of (1) one year's experience in the field of nursing
- A valid Registered Nurse license
- The ability to obtain a Basic Life Support certification within the first 30 days of employment.
