Critical Care RN / RT

Methodist Health System is seeking a Critical Care RN/RT to provide advanced, compassionate care to critically ill patients in our Dallas facilities. In this mission-driven, faith-based environment, you'll monitor complex conditions, manage ventilators and infusions, collaborate with physicians and an interdisciplinary team, and support patients' families. You'll practice evidence-based care, follow strict safety and infection-prevention protocols, and document accurately in the EMR. Enjoy robust training, continual learning, and clear career paths while making a meaningful impact on community health every day.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct critical care to high-acuity patients, including continuous assessment and monitoring
• Manage ventilators, respiratory therapies, and complex infusions per protocols and physician orders
• Respond to emergencies and participate in codes and rapid response situations
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team to develop and implement care plans
• Educate and support patients and families regarding conditions, treatments, and care transitions
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the EMR and adhere to regulatory standards
• Follow strict safety, infection-prevention, and quality-improvement protocols
• Participate in ongoing training, competency validation, and performance improvement initiatives

Required Skills

• Critical care nursing
• Mechanical ventilation management
• Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS)
• Telemetry and hemodynamic monitoring
• Arterial line and central line management
• Medication administration and titration of drips
• Respiratory therapy modalities
• Electronic medical record (EMR) documentation
• Infection prevention and control
• Emergency response and resuscitation