RN - Medical Oncology Med-Surg - Nights (TMC)

Memorial Hermann Health System; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Health System in Houston, TX, seeks an experienced RN for Medical Surgical Oncology in a Level I Trauma Center and Magnet Recognized teaching hospital affiliated with UTHealth Medical School. You will provide professional nursing care on the Oncology unit, with emphasis on safety and patient-centered care.

The role requires BSN or enrollment in BSN, BLS, and 1.5–3 years Med-Surg/Oncology experience; certification may be preferred.

Qualifications

• BSN or currently enrolled in an accredited BSN program.
• BSN preferred for Magnet status.
• BLS certification required; ONS/ONCC preferred.
• 3 years of Med-Surg experience preferred.
• 1.5 years of Medical Oncology preferred.
• Med-Oncology certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Delivers safe and appropriate nursing care to patients based on age and needs.
• Coordinates nursing care with an interdisciplinary team and makes clinical decisions.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop discharge and transfer plans.
• Participates in program evaluation and quality improvement.
• Adheres to regulatory standards and Memorial Hermann policies.
• Promotes professional growth and may serve as preceptor or mentor.

Skills

RN I

RN II

RN III

RN IV

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or enrolled in BSN program

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

Collaborates with interdisciplinary 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

• Every other weekend required
• BSN or currently enrolled in an accredited BSN program because of Magnet status
• Previous MedSurg Oncology Unit experience preferred
• BLS required, ONS/ONCC preferred
• 3 years of Med-Surg experience preferred
• 1.5 years of Medical Oncology preferred
• Med-Oncology certified preferred

Unique care of leukemia, lymphoma, sickle cell, and general medicine patients are managed on Medical Oncology Unit.

Common therapies on the floor include caring or oral and intravenous chemotherapy, as well as care of post intrathecal chemotherapy recipients. Chemotherapy desensitization, pain management strategies, and monitoring of telemetry patients are essential to the care provided.

A great opportunity to work in a Level I Trauma Center, Teaching Facility for UTHealth Medical School and Magnet Recognized Hospital. We are seeking RN's with a passion for working with Oncology patients and excellent critical thinking ability to join our Medical Surgical Oncology Unit at the Texas Medical Center.

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

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.
• 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.