**The Heart Hospital - Plano** **Position: RN Operating Room** **Shift: Full-time, Variable shift, 5x8s** **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: + Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits + Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5% + Debt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more + Immediate access to time off benefits At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority. Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level **Job Summary** As a new Operating Room Registered Nurse, you will start in a fast-paced, rewarding role. You will use our nursing model to coordinate patient care with a healthcare team. You will assess patients, identify responses to health issues, create care plans, and follow up. Tasks include evaluating patient responses to measure effectiveness. **Essential Functions of the Role** + Perform thorough assessments following standards. Identify patient and family needs. Develop and evaluate nursing care plans tailored to desired outcomes. + Regularly assess nursing practice quality. Use research and experiential learning to make evidence-based improvements for quality performance. + Create a safe and healing environment for patients, families, and staff. Build connections with patients and families to ease pain and promote healing. + Acknowledge and incorporate the unique attributes of patients and families into a tailored plan of care. + Protect patient and family rights. Address concerns, create personalized plans reflecting values and goals. + Help patients, families, nurses, and others learn. Assess learning needs and outcomes. Record key findings consistently. + Work with colleagues and the community in executing a coherent plan of care. **Key Success Factors** + Being familiar with the guidelines and regulations set by certification and accreditation organizations. + Proficiency in medical language and awareness of health promotion, risk minimization, and strategies for illness and disease management. + Respect and adherence to nursing ethics and the rights of the patient to privacy. + Excellent, clear communication skills, both verbal and written. + Proficient critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. + Basic computer skills, such as Microsoft Office, information security, scheduling and payroll systems, electronic medical documentations, and email. **Belonging Statement** We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve. **Qualifications** + Candidates need to graduate from an accredited program or have (2) two years of relevant professional experience. + The main area of study or interest should be in nursing. + Must be a licensed Registered Nurse. + BLS Certification or obtain within 30 days of employment. As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.