RN-Critical Care CVICU-FT, Nights (Greater Heights)

Memorial Hermann; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann in Houston is seeking a registered nurse with ICU experience to join our team. You will provide professional nursing care, perform assessments, assist with exams and treatments, and document care in medical records while collaborating with physicians and the health care team.

Minimum qualifications include a Texas nursing license (active or compact) and BLS; ACLS/CCRNs are preferred. This role offers opportunities for growth within an organization dedicated to compassionate,

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Professional Nursing; BSN preferred.
• BLS/ACLS/CCRNs preferred or required as indicated.
• Texas nursing license (active or compact).
• RN experience levels: 0-1, 1-3, 3-10, 10+ years.

Responsibilities

• Delivers safe and appropriate care to patients using nursing skills and patient needs.
• Coordinates planning for nursing care with interdisciplinary team.
• Collaborates with healthcare team to achieve outcomes per standards.
• Develops discharge and transfer plans.
• Participates in program evaluation and process improvement.
• Ensures patient-centered care and adherence to policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Clinical assessment

Education

BSN preferred

Graduate of accredited School of Professional Nursing

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

2 years of ICU experience preferred

BLS, ACLS, CCRN preferred

Job Description

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+).

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

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.


• 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.