Registered Nurse II-Full-Time-LBJ

Harris Health; Houston (TX); Sur place; USD 75 000 - 95 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Harris Health in Houston, TX seeks a Nurse Clinician II (NCII) to provide advanced nursing care within the clinical team. The role applies standards and algorithms to patient situations and independently manages common issues in the assigned area.

Requirements include Texas RN licensure, BSN preferred (or a nursing diploma with relevant experience) and BLS certification. Bilingual skills are preferred; weekend/on-call work may be required.

Qualifications

• RN licensure required in Texas (or eligible to practice).
• BSN preferred; diploma acceptable with experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• One year RN experience or GN program completion.
• Bilingual skills preferred.

Responsabilités

• Independently and safely manages patients in assigned clinical area.
• Applies standards, principles, and algorithms to clinical situations.
• Recognizes when assistance is needed and seeks resources.
• Coordinates with care teams to ensure quality patient care.

Connaissances

BSN preferred

Diploma in Nursing

Registered Nurse licensure

Bilingual skills preferred

Formation

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Diploma in Nursing; graduate from accredited school

Description du poste

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