RN, Cath Lab (The Woodlands)

Memorial Hermann Health System; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann is seeking registered nurses with a strong clinical background in critical care or cath lab settings. The role covers on-call duties, collaboration with physicians, patient education, and maintaining medical records within a patient-centered care model.

Candidates should have a Texas RN license (or compact/temporary) and BSN is preferred; BLS is required and additional certifications may be needed based on unit requirements.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Professional Nursing; BSN preferred.
• Licenses/Certifications: Current State of Texas license or temporary/compact license to practice professional nursing
• Certified in Basic Life Support; additional certifications may be required based on discipline and/or nursing unit requirements
• Experience / Knowledge / Skills: RN I < 1 year; RN II = 1-3 years; RN III = 3-10 years; RN IV = 10+ years; effective communication; aligns with Partners-in-Caring values

Responsibilities

• Delivers safe and appropriate care to patients per nursing skills and patient needs.
• Coordinates nursing care with interdisciplinary team and makes clinical decisions.
• Collaborates with, directs, and may delegate to healthcare team to achieve outcomes.
• Develops and implements discharge and transfer plans.
• Participates in program evaluation, process improvement and patient-centered outcomes.
• Adheres to regulatory and Texas Board of Nursing standards.
• Mentors and supports less experienced staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Nursing assessment

Clinical decision making

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Texas RN license

BSN preferred

BLS certification

Job description

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

BSN/3+ years of Critical Care or Cath Lab experience On call rotation 10-12 days including 2 weekends in a 6 week scheduled 30 travel time to facility for on call rotation Collaborates with the physician and healthcare team in the delivery of patient care, utilizing the nursing process. Provides professional nursing care to patients, including conducting nursing assessments, assisting with exams and treatment, patient education, and maintenance of medical records. MHHS hires RNs based on years of experience groupings (i.e. newly licensed RN [working under the supervision of RN clinical preceptor], less than 1 year, 1-3 years, 3 to 10 and 10+).

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Professional Nursing; Bachelors of Nursing preferred Licenses/Certifications: Current State of Texas license or temporary/compact license to practice professional nursing Certified in Basic Life Support Additional certifications may be required based on discipline and/or nursing unit requirements Experience / Knowledge / Skills: RN I < 1 year RN II = 1-3 years RN III = 3-10 years RN IV = 10+ years Effective oral and written communication skills Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by integrating our culture in all internal and external customer interactions; delivers on our brand promise of “we advance health” through innovation, accountability, empowerment, collaboration, compassion and results while ensuring one Memorial Hermann.

Principal Accountabilities

Delivers safe and appropriate care to patients, according to the nursing skills inventory and the age and needs of the patient/population served. Coordinates the planning for the delivery of nursing care with an interdisciplinary team and administers appropriate clinical decisions in the delivery of patient care. Collaborates with, directs, and may delegate to the healthcare team in the attainment of positive outcomes based on data, research, evidence, and professional standards of care. Coordinates treatment plans; develops/implements discharge and/or transfer plans. Participates in a systemic, interdisciplinary, and ongoing evaluation of programs, process improvement and desired client-centered outcomes. Considers the diverse needs of each patient through the entire continuum of care, providing and ensuring the highest level of service according to established service standards, optimizing the patient experience. Adheres to all regulatory and Texas Board of Nursing standards. Ensures safe care to patients, staffs and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards, being a good steward of resources, 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; may serve as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff. Other duties as assigned. Together, we’re creating an environment where exceptional care can flourish. It starts with you.