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

Harris Health System, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health System, Inc. seeks a Nurse Clinician II (NCII) to provide specialized nursing care in the assigned clinical area in Houston, TX.

The NCII applies professional standards and clinical algorithms to patient situations, independently managing routine care and recognizing when to seek help. The role emphasizes accurate communication, patient assessment, and collaboration with the care team, including weekend, holiday, and on-call scheduling.

Qualifications

• RN licensed to practice in Texas.
• Basic Life Support (AHA or Red Cross) certification required.
• GN program completion acceptable if RN not yet full time.

Responsibilities

• Independently and safely manages patients with issues common to the assigned area.
• Applies standards, principles, and algorithms in clinical situations.
• Recognizes when to seek assistance and utilizes appropriate resources.

Skills

Bilingual skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Diploma in Nursing

Job description

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