RN - CVIMU, FT Nights

Memorial Hermann Health System; Texas; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center is seeking a registered nurse for the CV IMU with strong cardiac knowledge and 2+ years of acute care experience. The unit features a 24-bed CV IMU with a 1:3 nurse-to-patient ratio and a Magnet-status hospital, offering opportunities for advancement through the Nurse Advancement Program.

RNs contribute to patient care in a Level 1 trauma context with collaboration across the care team, and prior IMU or critical care experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• RN levels 1-3: 1-3 years; RN III: 3-10 years; RN IV: 10+ years.
• Current State of Texas license or temporary/compact license to practice professional nursing
• Certified in Basic Life Support

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 healthcare team to achieve positive patient outcomes.
• Develops and implements discharge or transfer plans.
• Participates in program evaluation and process improvement.
• Ensures patient care adheres to regulatory standards and hospital policies.

Skills

Effective communication

Collaboration

Nursing assessment

Education

Bachelors of Nursing preferred

Graduate of an 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

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.

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.

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.

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

• 3x12s (7p7a)
• Every other weekend
• BSN because of Magnet status
• Previous IMU or critical care experience; may consider a strong Med/Surg nurse that wants to transition into IMU

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 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.