Registered Nurse III - PRN - Rapid Response Team - LBJ

Harris Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health is seeking a Nurse Clinician III (Competent Specialist) to provide expert nursing care in a high-acuity setting, aligned with the Texas Nursing Practice Act and Harris Health standards. The role emphasizes clinical leadership, applying standards and algorithms to complex cases, and independently managing patients while coordinating with the team.

The ideal candidate holds Texas RN licensure with BLS, a BSN (preferred), and a designated specialty certification; three years of RN

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program; BSN preferred.
• Licensed RN in Texas; BLS certification required.
• Minimum 3 years RN experience with leadership demonstrated.
• Designated professional nursing certification for specialty.
• Strong clinical leadership and performance history.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert nursing care in assigned clinical area with clinical leadership.
• Apply standards, principles, and algorithms to clinical situations.
• Independently manage patients and seek resources when needed.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to coordinate care.
• Lead quality improvement and patient safety initiatives when applicable.

Skills

Communication skills

Verbal communication

Bilingual preference

Education

RN licensure in Texas

BSN preferred

BLS (AHA/Red Cross)

Specialty nursing certification

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 III (Competent Specialist) has experience, knowledge, and skills necessary to meet standards for professional practice specified in Texas Nursing Practice Act and by Harris Health Nursing Service. Practice patterns of Competent Specialist are characterized by clinical leadership, the application of standards, principles, and algorithms to clinical situations. The NC III independently and safely manages patients with problems common to patients in assigned clinical area and recognizes when assistance is needed and seeks appropriate resource.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education/Licensure/Specialized Training:
• Education: Graduation from an accredited school of Nursing; BSN preferred
• Licensure: Licensed to practice nursing in the State of Texas; Basic Life Support from a hospital-based American Heart Association (AHA) or Red Cross approved program; Other certificates as required by unit/service.
• Work Experience:
• Three (3) years RN experience
• Clinical Performance: Annual Performance Review/Resume/CV/Portfolio reflects leadership in professional practice environment.
• Clinical Leadership: One (1) year of clinical leadership experience that meet (2) two of (5) five clinical leadership criteria (i.e., preceptor, charge nurse, certification, mentor, CoP chair, QI Champion)
• Certification: Designated professional nursing certification for specialty

Special Requirements

• Communication Skills:

Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact)

Bilingual Skills Required? Preferred Language(s): any

Writing /Composing

Special Language Skills

Must Be Adequate To Meet The Following Communication Requirements

Accurately interprets and transmits clinical information in English, both verbally and in written form; and Sends and receives messages patients/families/SOs can comprehend.

• Other Skills: Medical Terms, Mathematics, PC
• Advanced Education:

Advance Training Specialty: Designated professional nursing certification for specialty

Bachelor's Degree Major: Nursing/BSN preferred

Work Schedule

• Work Schedule: Weekends, Holidays, Flexible, On Call
• Responsible to Position: Designated Supervisor
• Employees Supervised: Yes