RN - Critical Care Float Pool - Nights

Memorial Hermann; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann in Houston seeks a Registered Nurse to deliver high-quality patient care across med-surg and critical care units. You will collaborate with physicians and the care team, perform assessments, document care plans, and support patient and family education.

The role requires Texas RN licensure, BLS, and 1–3 years of recent nursing experience; night shifts on a three 12-hour schedule with weekend rotations are available.

Qualifications

• RN licensure in Texas with current certification.
• BLS certification required; additional certifications may be required by unit.
• Experience across med-surg and critical care settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Delivers safe, evidence-based nursing care and uses nursing processes.
• Coordinates with interdisciplinary teams and plans discharge/transfer.
• Maintains documentation, patient education, and records per policy.
• Supports precepting and mentoring of less experienced staff.

Skills

RN I < 1 year

RN II = 1-3 years

RN III = 3-10 years

RN IV = 10+ years

Effective communication skills

Education

Texas RN license

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Bachelor’s in Nursing preferred

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

Job Description Summary

Schedule

• Night Shift: 6:45 PM – 6:45 AM
• Three 12-hour shifts per week
• Six weekend shifts within a six-week schedule
• Weekend shifts may be scheduled on either Saturday or Sunday, offering flexibility in scheduling

Qualifications

• Current Texas RN license
• Minimum of two (2) years of recent nursing experience
• Experience in a critical care setting, including:
• Ability to adapt and provide care across med surg and multiple critical care units.

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

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.