Registered Nurse (RN) – Tele-Transplant Care Unit

Location

City: Methodist Specialty and Transplant Center in San Antonio, TX

General Information

• Number of Beds: 38
• Staffing: 8-9 RNs per shift
• Day Shift: 8 RNs, 3 PCAs, 1 US
• Night Shift: 8 RNs, 2-3 PCAs, 1 US until 11 PM
• Patient Ratios: 1:5
• Equipment: Bladder scanners, EKG machines, vein finders, Welch Allyn VS machines, IV pumps
• EMR: Meditech

Qualifications

• Required Skills:
  • BLS certification
  • Current RN license
• Preferred Skills:
  • Experience in transplant care
  • Familiarity with Meditech EMR

Typical Procedures

• Paracentesis
• Biopsies
• Drain placements (JP, biliary, nephrostomies)

Best Personality Fit

Ideal candidates should be team players and exhibit flexibility in their role.

Floating Areas

Additional floating may occur to other Med Surg units, telemetry, and PCU.

Dress Code

Blue scrubs are required.

Availability

• Weekends: Weekend assistance is needed, requiring at least 4 shifts per schedule.
• On Call: No on-call duties are required.