RN - CVIMU, FT Days

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

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Nurse Advancement Program

Job summary

Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center is seeking Registered Nurses with a strong cardiac knowledge base and at least 2 years of acute care experience to join the CV IMU team. The unit supports complex cardiovascular procedures and post-procedure recovery, with responsibilities spanning EKG interpretation, cath lab and EP recovery, and patient education.

Expect 3x12 shifts (7a-7p) and every other weekend.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Professional Nursing; Bachelors of Nursing preferred.
• Current State of Texas license to practice professional nursing; BLS certification.
• Acute care/critical care experience with strong cardiac knowledge base.

Responsibilities

• Delivers safe and appropriate care to patients per nursing plan and age-specific needs.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to plan and coordinate patient care.
• Maintains documentation and ensures compliance with regulatory standards and policies.

Skills

RN I

RN II

RN III

RN IV

Education

BSN 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

Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center is a Magnet facility with 447 licensed beds. This CV IMU has 24 beds and a 1:3 goal nurse to patient ratio.

https://memorialhermann.org/locations/woodlands

The CV IMU team at The Woodlands Medical Center is searching for RNs with at least 2 years prior acute care experience - critical care/IMU preferred - with a strong cardiac knowledge base.

Patient types include: Advanced EKG interpretation, Cath Lab and EP procedural recovery (including site management and complications), CV and Thoracic Surgical patient care (CABG, Valve, VATS, Thoracotomy once out of CVICU), chest tubes/surgical drains, temporary pacemakers, chest pain management, Drip titration.

Bring your commitment to excellence to Memorial Hermann, where your contributions are appreciated & your voice matters.

• From a Level 1 trauma center to the #2 rehabilitation hospital in the country, to our partnership with the Houston Rockets, you can practice with top professionals.
• Earn more for your expertise through our Professional Nurse Advancement Program.
• 3x12s (7a-7p)
• Every other weekend
• BSN preferred because of Magnet status but will consider ADN enrolled in a BSN program

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
• 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, 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; may serve as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.