Critical Care RN - Lead and Educate in Acute Care

Jobtome; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Houston, TX seeks a qualified Registered Nurse with critical care experience to provide comprehensive patient care on a full-time basis. You will work within the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care, and collaborate with the care team to meet patient needs.

Responsibilities include medication administration, monitoring for side effects, documenting care, and educating patients and families. A BSN is preferred; BLS required; ACLS certification requested.

Qualifications

• Education/Skills- BSN preferred.
• Experience- 1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred.
• Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications- BLS required; RN License in state of employment or compact

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care utilizing the nursing process (assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, evaluation).
• Administer medications and treatments using appropriate protocol; monitor side-effects and effectiveness.
• Document patient history, symptoms, medications, and care provided.
• Assess learning needs and provide education to patients and families; identify issues and resources.

Skills

Nursing

Critical Care

Patient assessment

Delegation

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Job description

CHRISTUS Health in Houston, TX seeks a qualified Registered Nurse with critical care experience to provide comprehensive patient care on a full-time basis. You will work within the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care, and collaborate with the care team to meet patient needs.

Responsibilities include medication administration, monitoring for side effects, documenting care, and educating patients and families. A BSN is preferred; BLS required; ACLS certification requested.