Registered Nurse II - Ben Taub - MedSurg Observation FT/Night

Harris Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 78,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health in Houston seeks a Nurse Clinician II (NCII) to independently manage patients within the assigned unit, applying nursing standards and clinical algorithms.

The role requires Texas RN licensure, BLS, and a BSN preferred or nursing diploma from an accredited school; weekend, holiday, and on-call scheduling is common.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.
• Diploma in Nursing; graduate from accredited nursing school.
• Licensed Registered Nurse in Texas; BLS certification.
• Other certificates as required by unit/service.
• One year RN experience or GN program completion.
• Bilingual skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Independently and safely manages patients in the assigned clinical area.
• Applies nursing standards, principles, and algorithms to clinical situations.
• Recognizes when assistance is needed and seeks appropriate resources.
• Maintains professional practice standards as per Texas Nursing Practice Act and nursing service.

Skills

RN licensure

Bilingual

Communication skills

Clinical judgment

Education

BSN preferred

Diploma in Nursing

Accredited nursing program

Job description

About Us

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.

Degrees

Minimum Qualifications

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