You will perform and document patient assessments at the time of the admission You will create a plan of care, including discharge plans, revise the plans based on the patients' response to treatment, and regularly evaluate plans for effectiveness You will document the outcomes of nursing interventions and patient responses You will provide educational materials to patients and families on care and treatments You will administer medications and complete treatments according to hospital policy You will perform venipuncture, administer and maintain IV fluids and IV medications You will review all new physician orders, ensure the orders are carried out correctly, and verify that other departments are notified of orders and services needed You will notify the Charge Nurse and/or physician of changes in patient status You will provide accurate and relevant patient information reports to the Charge Nurse and to the on-coming shift to ensure continuity of care You will provide care for critically ill patients with central/invasive lines, hemodynamic pressure lines, pressure monitoring devices, temporary pacing, artificial airway/mechanical ventilation You will provide care for unstable cardiac patients, immediate post-op patients, and potential organ or tissue donor patients Requirements Experience 1 year of experience as a Registered Nurse (RN) in an acute care setting Recent critical care/clinical nursing experience - preferred Education Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited Nursing program Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) - preferred License and Certifications Current State of Texas Registered Nurse (RN) license or Compact Registered Nursing License. David's Healthcare policy Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) Certification - preferred Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) certification - preferred · Applicable to all hospitals in the Austin market, unless specifically noted for select facilities.