Bedside Trauma/Surgical Acute Care RN

Memorial Hermann; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Health System in Texas is seeking a registered nurse to collaborate with an interdisciplinary team in delivering patient care. The role covers nursing assessments, assisting with exams and treatments, educating patients, and maintaining medical records.

RN levels range by experience from new graduate to seasoned nurse. The ideal candidate will hold an accredited nursing degree, preferably BSN, with an active Texas license and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Current Texas license to practice professional nursing.
• BLS certification required; additional certifications may be required by unit.
• Experience levels range from RN I (<1 year) to RN IV (10+ years).

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team in delivering patient care.
• Performs nursing assessments, assists with exams and treatments, educates patients, maintains medical records.
• Coordinates discharge/transfer planning and participates in program evaluation and quality improvements.
• Delivers safe, high-quality care and adheres to regulatory standards and policies.
• Acts as preceptor or mentor to less experienced staff.

Skills

Nursing skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Patient education

Education

Accredited School of Nursing

BSN preferred

Job description

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

LOCATION: KATY SHIFT: DAYS Collaborates with interdisciplinary team in the delivery of patient care, utilizing the nursing process. Provides professional nursing care to patients, including conducting nursing assessments, assisting with exams and treatment, patient education, and maintenance of medical records. MHHS hires RNs based on years of experience groupings (i.e. newly licensed RN [working under the supervision of RN clinical preceptor], less than 1 year, 1-3 years, 3 to 10 and 10+).

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Professional Nursing; Bachelors of Nursing preferred Licenses/Certifications: Current State of Texas license or temporary/compact license to practice professional nursing Certified in Basic Life Support Additional certifications may be required based on discipline and/or nursing unit requirements Experience / Knowledge / Skills: RN I < 1 year RN II = 1-3 years RN III = 3-10 years RN IV = 10+ years Effective oral and written communication skills Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by integrating our culture in all internal and external customer interactions; delivers on our brand promise of “we advance health” through innovation, accountability, empowerment, collaboration, compassion and results while ensuring one Memorial Hermann.

Principal Accountabilities

Delivers safe and appropriate care to patients, according to the nursing skills inventory and the age and needs of the patient/population served. Coordinates the planning for the delivery of nursing care with an interdisciplinary team and administers appropriate clinical decisions in the delivery of patient care. Collaborates with, directs, and may delegate to the healthcare team in the attainment of positive outcomes based on data, research, evidence, and professional standards of care. Coordinates treatment plans; develops/implements discharge and/or transfer plans. Participates in a systemic, interdisciplinary, and ongoing evaluation of programs, process improvement and desired client-centered outcomes. Considers the diverse needs of each patient through the entire continuum of care, providing and ensuring the highest level of service according to established service standards, optimizing the patient experience. Completes other duties as assigned. Adheres to all regulatory and Texas Board of Nursing standards. Performs other duties as assigned, within scope of practice and clinical competency. Ensure safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards, being a good steward of resources, including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service. Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff. Other duties as assigned.

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