Registered Nurse-Swing Bed

Salary Not Available Position range in Cooke County $57k - $82k Per Year Registered Nurse-Swing Bed North Texas Medical Center

Occupation:

Registered Nurses

Location:

GAINESVILLE, TX - 76240

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Other, see job description Shift

Posted:

12/08/2025 Positions available: 1

Source:

WorkInTexas

Web Site:

WorkInTexas Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Updated:

05/01/2026

Expires:

06/23/2026 Job #: 16947028 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Education 2 Years at College or a Technical or Vocational School Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Benefits Help for .

Description Shift:

NIGHTS (7p-7a)

JOB SUMMARY

Provides direct and indirect patient care in the medical-surgical setting. Communicates with physicians, supervisor, and co-workers as appropriate about changes in patient's clinical condition including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. Additionally, is able to perform general nursing duties in all departments with adequate supervision.

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Ability to perform a head-to-toe assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy.

This includes:

pediatric, adolescent, geriatric and the general patient population. Ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management. Ability to revise plan of care as indicated by the patient's response to treatment and evaluate overall plain daily for effectiveness. Ability to perform waived testing (point-of-care testing, glucometers) per Clinical Laboratory's and the resident care unit's policies and procedures. Ability to interpret results of waived tests; take appropriate action on waived test results. Performs patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care of patient's age. Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition. Follows the six (6) medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors. Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning, family is included in teaching as appropriate. Demonstrates an ability to assist physicians with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills. Demonstrates ability to perform treatments and provide services to level licensure. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skill necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patient population served. Able to interpret data about the patient's status in order to identify each patient's age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/healthcare errors. Supports a culture of quality and safety. Consults other departments as appropriate to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient's needs. Communicates appropriately and clearly to Nurse Director/Supervisor, co-workers and physicians. Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicates with Social Services regarding both in hospital and post discharge needs. Documentation meets current standards and policies. Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Coordinates and supervises patient care as necessary. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

BASIC SKILLS

Basic computer skills

REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

High School diploma or equivalent (GED) Current RN license in the State of Texas Current BLS Certification ACLS Certification within first 90 days NIHSS certification within first 90 days PALS certification preferred

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing Additional languages a plus

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to lift 50lbs. alone and 150 lbs. with assistance Must be able to stand and walk 75% of shift on hard surfaces. Must be able to sit, bend, stoop and reach above one's head Environment is a temperature controlled indoor environment Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care. Qualifications Education Required Associates or better in Nursing. Licenses & Certifications Required RN Basic Life Support Preferred ACLS We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Pay will be discussed with the employer, depending on experience. Job seekers with a felony conviction will be considered on a case by case basis.