RN Skilled Nursing Continuing Care Hospital at Baylor Scott & White Health, Temple, TX

RN Skilled Nursing Continuing Care Hospital at Baylor Scott & White Health in Temple, TX. Est. up to $130k. Apply with swipeandhired.

Registered Nurse (RN) – Skilled Nursing (Days)
Baylor Scott & White Continuing Care Hospital (CCH)
Location: Temple, TX
Job Type : Full‑Time
Shift: Days | (3) 12‑hour shifts per week
Department: Skilled Nursing Unit
About Baylor Scott & White Continuing Care Hospital – Temple
Baylor Scott & White Continuing Care Hospital – Temple is a 48‑bed, highly advanced medical facility featuring private patient rooms and 24‑hour access to a dedicated team of physicians. Our modern, patient‑focused hospital delivers comprehensive acute care for patients requiring extended stays following serious illness, injury, or surgery. Within our hospital, we are also proud to serve patients in our skilled nursing facility.
At CCH, we are more than a hospital — we are a family. Our close‑knit staff and interdisciplinary teams truly know and care for one another. We work hard, support each other, and enjoy what we do, always making decisions that put both our patients and our team members first.
Unit Details
Skilled Nursing Unit with 23 beds
5:1 nurse‑to‑patient ratio
Collaborative, supportive care environment
Position Summary
The Registered Nurse (RN) provides high‑quality, patient‑centered nursing care in the Skilled Nursing Unit. The RN is responsible for assessing patient needs, developing and implementing care plans, and collaborating with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective care throughout the patient’s stay.
Essential Responsibilities
Deliver safe, compassionate, and evidence‑based nursing care to skilled nursing patients
Perform comprehensive patient assessments and ongoing evaluations
Develop, implement, and update individualized plans of care
Administer medications and treatments per physician orders
Collaborate with physicians, therapy services, and interdisciplinary team members
Educate patients and families on care plans, treatments, and recovery goals
Accurately document patient care in the medical record
Uphold Baylor Scott & White standards for safety, quality, and service excellence
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited nursing program
Current RN license (or compact license) required
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
Previous experience in skilled nursing, acute care, or continuing care preferred
Strong communication, teamwork, and critical‑thinking skills
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 Registered Nurse, oversee patient care using a professional practice model. Responsibilities include patient assessment, recognizing health issues, creating care plans, and assessing patient responses. Secure patient travel. Know about patient needs in healthcare. Help patients and prevent issues. Follow the Texas Nursing Practice Act and delegate tasks based on condition and team competencies.
Essential Functions of the Role

• As an RN, conduct detailed clinical assessments and prioritize patient and family needs. Create, implement, and evaluate care plans. Adjust plans to reach desired outcomes.
• Building relationships, managing discomfort, staying professional are vital in therapeutic connections with patients and families.
• Creating care plans reflecting values aids in resolving issues.
• You will help educate patients, families, nurses, and community members. Empower them with knowledge for better healthcare choices. Assess and document learning needs regularly.
• Work with colleagues and community to create a care plan. Delegate tasks carefully and follow up promptly.
• You'll use different strategies for problem-solving with patients, families, and staff. Recognize limitations and prioritize safety, effectiveness, and efficiency in patient care planning and delivery.
• Achieve goals through teamwork, recognize contributions, commit to growth. Contribute to peers' development, show community service commitment.

Key Success Factors

• A deep understanding of nursing and patient care standards, as well as procedures.
• Know nursing laws, rules, standards, and guidelines in your area. Understand hospital procedures and rules.
• Proficiency in medical terms, focusing on health, disease prevention, management, common meds, and their side effects.
• Respect for medical and professional nursing ethics and patient privacy rights.
• Exceptional communication skills, allowing for clear expression of thoughts both verbally and in writing.
• Positive social skills to facilitate interactions with a diverse range of parties.
• Excellent problem-solving capabilities, driving effective critical thinking.
• Basic computer skills, encompassing areas such as Microsoft Office, information security, scheduling and payroll systems, electronic medical documentation, and email.

Belonging Statement
We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.
Qualifications

• Grad of an Accredited Program
• Specialized field of study should be nursing.
• RN license.
• Must have BLS certification or get it within 30 days of starting in this role.