Employment Type: Full Time  

Shifts Available: Days

Hours: 12-hour shifts 

Location: Mission Regional Medical Center – Mission, TX 

We are seeking a Definitive Observation Unit Registered Nurse (DOU RN), also referred to as an Observation Unit Nurse, Acute Observation Registered Nurse or DOU RN. The DOU RN provides specialized nursing care to patients who require short-term observation, typically ranging from several hours up to 24-48 hours. Their role focuses on closely monitoring patients with acute but stable conditions to determine if they need full hospital admission or can be safely discharged. 

Mission Regional Medical Center is a 297-bed, non-profit hospital that provides inpatient and outpatient hospital services to the people of the Rio Grande Valley. Rated one of the top hospitals in the country for clinical excellence in many services including maternity and orthopedic care, Mission Regional Medical Center has been offering quality healthcare, close to home, for over 60 years. For more information visit www.missionrmc.org.

Responsibilities Section 

• Conduct frequent assessments of patients’ vital signs, symptoms, and overall condition to detect any changes or complications 

• Administer medications and treatments as ordered, ensuring timely and accurate delivery 

• Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare team members to implement and update individualized care plans 

• Educate patients and families about their condition, treatment plan, and discharge instructions 

• Document patient care, clinical observations, and communication accurately in the medical record 

• Coordinate diagnostic tests and procedures and monitoring results to support clinical decision-making 

• Ensure a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for patients during their observation stay 

• Facilitate timely transitions of care, whether discharge or admission to an inpatient unit 

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. Current and valid state RN License.
2. Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.
3. Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current preferred.
4. Previous Acute Care hospital experience preferred.
5. Ventilator Management experience preferred.
6. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

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