Nurse Clinician II-FT/PACU (Ben Taub Hospital)

Harris Health System, Inc.; Houston (TX); Sur place; USD 70 000 - 95 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Harris Health System, Inc. in Houston seeks a Nurse Clinician II to provide high-quality nursing care within their designated clinical area, applying standards, principles, and algorithms to patient situations and ensuring safety and independence in practice.

The NCII collaborates with the care team, maintains licensure and BLS certification, and handles weekend, holiday, and on-call coverage. Strong communication and PC proficiency are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred; Diploma in Nursing from an accredited school.
• Texas RN license; BLS from AHA or Red Cross recognized program.
• One year of full-time RN experience or completion of GN program.
• Bilingual skills preferred.
• Strong communication skills (verbal, written) and PC proficiency.

Responsabilités

• Independently and safely manages patients with problems common to the assigned clinical area.
• Applies standards, principles, and algorithms to clinical situations.
• Recognizes when assistance is needed and seeks appropriate resources.

Connaissances

Registered Nurse

Bilingual

Communication skills

Basic Life Support

PC Proficiency

Formation

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Nursing Diploma

Description du poste

Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

At Harris Health, we prioritize the well-being of our most valuable asset--our people--ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.

Job Summary

The Nurse Clinician II (NCII) has knowledge and skills necessary to meet standards for professional practice specified in Texas Nursing Practice Act and by HCHD Nursing Service. The practice patterns of competent generalists are characterized by the application of standards, principles, and algorithms to clinical situations. The NCII independently and safely manages patients with problems common to patients in his/her assigned clinical area; recognizes when he/she needs assistance and seeks appropriate resources.

Minimum Qualifications

Degrees:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred
• Diploma in Nursing; Graduate from an accredited school of Nursing

Licensure/Certification:

• Registered Nurse; Licensed to practice nursing in the State of Texas
• Basic Life Support from an American Heart Association (AHA) or Red Cross approved program
• Other certificates as required by unit/service.

Work Experience: One (1) year full time RN experience or completion of GN Program

Language Skills: Bilingual Skills Preferred

Communication Skills:

• Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact)
• Exceptional Verbal (e.g., Public Speaking)
• Writing /Composing (Correspondence/Reports)

Proficiencies: P.C.

Job Attributes

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Mathematics, Medical Terms

Work Schedule: Weekends, Holidays, Flexible, On Call