Nurse Extern PRN Surgical ICU

Join Medical City Dallas, an 895+ bed tertiary care center, as a Nurse Extern in the Surgical ICU. This PRN position offers hands-on experience in a dynamic clinical environment where you'll work alongside experienced nursing staff to deliver safe, compassionate care to critically ill surgical patients while building the skills and confidence needed to advance through your nursing program.

Clinical Setting

Medical City Dallas is a leading tertiary care center with more than 1,500 physicians, many recognized as specialists in their fields. The hospital features state-of-the-art technology, separate adult and pediatric facilities, and serves patients from across the United States and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential patient care including assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), vital sign monitoring, mobility support, and comfort and hygiene measures
• Perform nursing tasks such as wound care, catheter care, specimen collection, and other basic procedures as you gain experience and competency
• Document care accurately and communicate timely updates with the nursing team to ensure seamless, coordinated patient care
• Help patients and families understand their care plans and provide guidance for health and recovery
• Maintain clean, safe patient areas by following infection prevention practices, managing equipment, and organizing the environment
• Engage in learning opportunities, share ideas to improve care, and work with your supervisor or preceptor to develop your personal career development plan

Required Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Nursing or equivalent
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) certification must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date

Schedule

• PRN (as needed) position
• No travel required

Benefits

Medical City Dallas offers a comprehensive total rewards package including:

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services
• Free counseling and referral services
• Paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence
• 401(k) plan with 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Flexible spending accounts
• Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, and dependent scholarships
• Partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Fertility and family building support, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and position.