Registered Nurse II-Full Time-Days-LBJ-Emergency Center

Harris Health System, Inc.; Houston (TX); In loco; USD 70.000 - 95.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Harris Health in Houston, TX seeks a Nurse Clinician II with the knowledge to meet professional practice standards and safely manage patients in the assigned clinical area. The role emphasizes independence, algorithm-based decisions, and collaboration with the care team.

Candidates should hold a Texas RN license with BLS, and have at least one year of RN experience or GN program completion. Bilingual skills are a plus and teamwork is essential.

Competenze

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred or Diploma in Nursing from an accredited school.
• Texas RN license and Basic Life Support (AHA/Red Cross) required.
• One year of full-time RN experience or GN program completion.
• Bilingual skills preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication required.

Mansioni

• Independently and safely manage patients with problems common to assigned clinical area.
• Apply standards, principles, and algorithms to clinical situations.
• Recognize when assistance is needed and seek appropriate resources.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and staff to ensure high-quality care.

Conoscenze

Mathematics

Medical Terms

Bilingual

Above Average Verbal

Exceptional Verbal

Writing/Reports

PC Proficiency

Formazione

Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred

Diploma in Nursing; Graduate from an accredited school of Nursing

Strumenti

P.C.

Descrizione del lavoro

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 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