RN, Neuro ICU - Days - Memorial City

Memorial Hermann Health System; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Health System in Texas is seeking a Registered Nurse to collaborate with physicians and the healthcare team in delivering patient care, using the nursing process. You will conduct nursing assessments, assist with exams and treatments, educate patients, and maintain medical records, with RN levels reflecting experience.

The role requires graduation from an accredited nursing program; Texas license or temporary/compact license; BLS certification; and progression through RN I–IV

Qualifications

• RN must be licensed in Texas or have a temporary/compact license
• BLS certification required; additional discipline-specific certifications may be required
• Experience levels align with RN I–IV rankings based on years of practice

Responsibilities

• Delivers safe and appropriate care to patients using nursing skills and age-appropriate considerations
• Coordinates care with interdisciplinary team and makes clinical decisions
• Leads discharge planning and transfer planning as part of care delivery
• Maintains accurate medical records and adheres to standards of care and regulatory requirements

Skills

Nursing assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Discharge planning

Clinical decision making

Education

Graduate of accredited School of Professional Nursing

Bachelor of 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

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

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.
• Performs other duties as assigned, within scope of practice and clinical competency.
• 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; serves 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.