Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Med Surg for a nursing job in Harlingen, Texas.

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Duration: Ongoing
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Staff

This position may qualify for a sign-on bonus. 

Summary:

Under the direction of the Registered or Licensed Practical Nurse, is responsible for observing the patient and reporting observations to the RN/LPN to protect the patient from injury or harm to themselves or others and to prevent elopement

Participates in the protection of patients who pose a threat to themselves or others. Performs a variety of non-clinical duties to ensure patients and visitors are provided with services that reflect the hospital's commitment to a safe, secure, and customer-focused environment. Keeps patients under constant observation. Escorts patient for safety, assists with patient positioning, transfer, and escort to testing as needed. Uses de-escalation skills and therapeutic distractions as warranted. Communicates with the patient care team, e.g., RN/PCA, about patient concerns or changes in patient condition. Reports any missing or malfunctioning equipment to appropriate personnel promptly.

Baptist Health System - San Antonio Job ID #2​5​0​3​0​1​6​2​8​0-0. Posted job title: Constant Observer Sitter Full Time Nights

• Health Care FSA
• Dependent Care FSA
• Life insurance