RN - Operating Room

Memorial Hermann Health System; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Health System in Houston is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide safe, compassionate care across patient populations. The role includes collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, performing nursing assessments, educating patients, and maintaining accurate medical records.

The position supports an organized, efficient care environment with a focus on safety and quality outcomes. Typical schedule is Mon-Fri, 7a-3p with 24-hour weekend call rotation every 6-8 weeks and holiday

Qualifications

• RN with Texas license and current BLS certification
• BSN preferred or nursing degree from accredited program
• Experience levels defined by RN I–IV with 0–10+ years of practice

Responsibilities

• Delivers safe, quality nursing care per standards of practice
• Performs comprehensive nursing assessments and assists with exams/treatments
• Educates patients and maintains complete medical records
• Coordinates care with interdisciplinary teams and documents care plans
• Develops discharge/transfer planning and follow-up
• Promotes safety, efficiency, compassionate, patient-centered care
• Maintains regulatory compliance and professional competency

Skills

Effective oral and written comms

Nursing assessment & patient education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor 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

Hours: Mon-Fri, 7a-3p

Call: 24hr weekend call rotates every 6-8 weeks or so

Holiday call rotation is also required

• At least 2 years of OR experience preferred; Neuro, Robotic XI, GEN, ENT experience is a plus.

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

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Graduate of an accredited School of Professional Nursing; Bachelor 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.
• Completes other duties as assigned.
• Adheres to all regulatory and Texas Board of Nursing standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned, within scope of practice and clinical competency.
• Ensure safe care to patients, staff 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; 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.