RN - Operating Room (Neuro/Spine)

Memorial Hermann; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Health System in the United States is seeking a Registered Nurse to join our acute care team. Hours are Days (specific hours to be determined) with on-call on a rotational basis. Prior Operating Room experience is preferred, and Neuro/Spine experience is a huge plus.

The RN will provide professional nursing care, including assessments, exams assistance, patient education, and medical record maintenance, with MHHS hiring RNs by experience level (RN I–IV).

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Professional Nursing.
• Bachelors of Nursing preferred.
• Current Texas nursing license to practice.
• Basic Life Support certification.

Responsibilities

• Delivers safe and appropriate care to patients according to the nursing skills inventory and the age and needs of the patient.
• Coordinates the planning for the delivery of nursing care with an interdisciplinary team and administers appropriate clinical decisions.
• Collaborates with and may delegate to the healthcare team to achieve positive outcomes and develops discharge/transfer plans.
• Participates in systemic evaluation of programs and quality improvement activities.
• Ensures care meets regulatory standards and Memorial Hermann service expectations.
• Supports professional growth, serves as preceptor or mentor, and contributes to patient-centered experiences.

Skills

RN I

RN II

RN III

RN IV

Education

Graduate of an accredited School of Professional Nursing

Bachelors 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

Hours: Days (Specific Hours to be determined)
Call required on a rotational basis
Previous Operating Room experience is preferred. Neuro/Spine experience is a huge 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; 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

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.