RN, Surgical Trauma
Location:
Medical Center - Fort Worth
Department:
5 South Tower
Shift:
Third Shift (United States of America)
Standard Weekly Hours:
36
Summary:
The RN Staff Nurse is responsible for delivering competent, individualized nursing care to patients and families by utilizing the nursing process to augment the established medical plan of treatment.
• perating with a strong team orientation, this nurse integrates sound clinical judgment and evidence-based decision-making to address the unique needs of each patient. The role emphasizes exceptional customer relations and professional communication, ensuring that care is delivered with both clinical precision and a high level of service excellence. By maintaining a focus on safety and collaborative practice, the RN Staff Nurse serves as a vital advocate for the patient while contributing to the overall effectiveness of the healthcare team.
5 South Tower - Trauma and Pre/Postoperative Unit The patients on this unit range in age from infant to adolescent. Nurses primarily focus on the pre- and postoperative care of children requiring surgery, including patients with traumatic injuries. This is truly a multidisciplinary floor. Nurses on this unit collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and many other healthcare professionals to prepare children and their families for surgery and provide postoperative nursing care and patient/family education. Diagnoses range from uncomplicated appendectomies to complex spinal fusions, with a wide range in between.
Education/Experience
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- 1 year of direct nursing experience required.
- Associate's in Nursing.
Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification
- Active, unrestricted TX Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- BLS - American Heart Association.
Post hire Requirements
- PALS or NRP and specialty certifications per unit guidelines.
About Us:
Cook Children's is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Cook Children's offers equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal laws. These opportunities include terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to hiring, job placement, training, compensation, discipline, advancement and termination.
Cook Children's is a Texas-only employer. If you are hired, you will need to maintain your primary residence within the state of Texas, along with all licenses and credentials required for your position throughout your employment.
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- FSA With Employer Contribution
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- On-site/Nearby Childcare
- Adoption Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
Work Flexibility
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Company Outings
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
- 401(K) With Company Matching
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Promote From Within
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Leadership Training Program
- Professional Coaching
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)