RN Assistant Manager – OR/CV Leadership (2pm-10:30pm)

Memorial Hermann; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann in Houston, TX is seeking an experienced Charge Nurse to support the Nurse Manager and lead the department in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. The role emphasizes 2pm to 10:30pm shifts, weekend requirements, and staff development within a fast-paced OR environment.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in a clinical setting, strong leadership, and a Texas license with BLS. CNOR or similar certification is preferred within one year of eligibility.

Qualifications

• Education requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing; a Master's degree is required if the Bachelor's is in a non-nursing field.
• Current State of Texas nursing license and BLS certification are required.
• CNOR or equivalent professional certification preferred within one year of eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Assists with deployment of departmental goals that support the mission, vision and values of the organization.
• Assist leadership with managerial responsibilities.
• Carries out day-to-day operational components of the unit that are delegated by the manager/director, including input on hiring/firing/interviewing, etc.
• Plans, coordinates, and directs effective coordination of care between units, nurses and providers. Assists with staff schedules.
• Performs effectively in emergency situations within the unit. Assists with patient care as needed.
• Serves as a resource to staff. Acts as a mentor/coach to staff, medical personnel, patients and family members.
• Assists in guiding staff in quality improvement efforts for all shifts.
• Assures all PI or quality standards are met on a daily basis. Participates in PI projects annually.
• Identifies and provides verbal disciplinary action. Provides counseling and remediation with staff as needed. May provide written disciplinary action in collaboration with leadership.
• Works with personnel to assure staff have access to and are appropriately utilizing supplies
• Provides input to Nurse Manager/Director on budget preparation.
• Promotes intra/interdepartmental communication.
• Strong orientation to service excellence.
• Ensure clinical care is aligned with evidence-based practice.
• Leadership rounds on patients.
• Responds to customer complaints in a timely manner.
• Identifies high risk social situations and addresses appropriately.
• Adheres to all regulatory and Texas Board of Nursing standards.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership experience

Excellent communication

Problem-solving abilities

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Master's degree in Nursing

Job description

Memorial Hermann in Houston, TX is seeking an experienced Charge Nurse to support the Nurse Manager and lead the department in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. The role emphasizes 2pm to 10:30pm shifts, weekend requirements, and staff development within a fast-paced OR environment.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in a clinical setting, strong leadership, and a Texas license with BLS. CNOR or similar certification is preferred within one year of eligibility.