PRN RN - PACU

Memorial Hermann Health System; Pearland (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Health System in Pearland, TX is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide professional nursing care, perform assessments, assist with exams, and maintain patient records in line with the nursing process.

The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians and the healthcare team, with shift options including 2-3 ten-hour days per week and 2-3 call shifts per 6-week scheduling period. TX RN license and BLS are required; BSN preferred for career growth.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Professional Nursing; BSN preferred.
• Current State of Texas license to practice professional nursing (RN).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; additional certifications may be required by unit.

Responsibilities

• Delivers safe and appropriate nursing care following the nursing process and patient age-specific needs.
• Coordinates nursing care planning with an interdisciplinary team and makes clinical decisions.
• Collaborates with physicians and healthcare team to achieve positive patient outcomes using evidence-based standards.

Skills

RN I

RN II

RN III

RN IV

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

RN license

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

Hours: 2-3 Ten-hour shifts per week

Call: 2-3 call shifts required per 6-week scheduling period

Job Description

Previous PACU Experience Preferred. Previous ICU Experience Considered.

Collaborates with the physician and healthcare 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+).

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Graduate of an accredited School of Professional Nursing; Bachelors of Nursing preferred

License/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.
• Adheres to all regulatory and Texas Board of Nursing standards.
• 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.
• Ensures 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; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; may serve as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
• Other duties as assigned.