RN - Day Shift

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Full Time Professional San Antonio, TX, US

8 days ago Requisition

Day Shift (7a-7p) :

1.Sunday - Tuesday, and every other Wednesday

2.Thursday - Saturday, and every other Wednesday

The Registered Nurse (RN) will be responsible for providing direct, high-quality nursing care to patients with a variety of medical and/or behavioral health conditions. The RN will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, ensuring that care is delivered in a safe, efficient, and compassionate manner. The RN will provide holistic, patient-centered care in accordance with the Texas Board of Nursing (BON) Nurse Practice Act, the standards of practice, regulatory standards, and facility policies, ensuring that the unique needs of this patient population are met in a safe and therapeutic environment.

This role requires critical thinking, clinical judgment, patient advocacy, and adherence to best practices and regulatory standards.

• Consistently supports and communicates the Mission, Vision, and Values of Nexus Health Systems
• Upholds the Standards of conduct and corporate compliance
• Demonstrates honest behavior in all matters. To the best of the employee’s knowledge and understanding, complies with all Federal and State laws and regulations.
• Maintains the privacy and security of all confidential and protected health information. Uses and discloses only that information which is necessary to perform the function of the job.
• Adheres to all Nexus Health Systems policies on Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), designed to prevent or detect unauthorized disclosure of Protected Health Information (PHI)
• Collaborates effectively with colleagues and other departments to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Upholds ethical standards, confidentiality, and professionalism in all patient interactions and nursing practices.
• Clinical Excellence
• Provides nursing care to adult and/or pediatric patients with a variety of medical and behavioral health diagnoses, utilizing evidence-based practices, critical thinking, and clinical judgment.
• Administers medications, treatments, and interventions as prescribed by physicians, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and nursing standards.
• Monitors and assesses patient progress, identifying signs of acute illness, exacerbations of chronic conditions, or behavioral health crises.
• Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team (e.g., physicians, social workers, behavioral health specialists, physical therapists) to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Educates patients and families on disease management, medications, and coping strategies, particularly with complex medical and behavioral conditions.
• Provides crisis intervention and de‑escalation techniques in situations involving patients with behavioral health challenges.
• Communicates effectively with patients’ families, caregivers, and healthcare teams, providing updates, addressing concerns, and offering support.
• Coordinates care with physicians and specialists, ensuring effective management of complex cases involving both medical and behavioral health components.
• Collaborates with nursing and other departments to ensure the seamless and effective delivery of care.
• Implements and adheres to established safety protocols, especially for patients with developmental or behavioral health concerns.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge and skills in acute care nursing, including emergency procedures, safe handling of medications, and management of specialized equipment.
• Ensures compliance with infection control standards, documentation requirements, and nursing practices to maintain high-quality care.
• Promotes patient and family engagement in the care process, ensuring informed decision‑making and comfort.
• Documents patient care accurately and in a timely manner in accordance with hospital policies, nursing standards, and Texas BON guidelines.
• Patient Experience and Advocacy
• Advocates for patients and their families to ensure comprehensive,…