RN - Pediatric Operating Room (Nights)

Houston Dose; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann is seeking a Registered Nurse for the operating room with a schedule of Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., with no on-call requirement.

Prior OR experience is highly preferred, including pediatrics, trauma, and cardiovascular care; CNOR certification is a plus. You will collaborate with physicians and the health care team to assess patients, perform exams, educate patients, and maintain medical records.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Professional Nursing.
• Current Texas RN license or temporary/compact license.
• Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Additional certifications may be required based on unit requirements.

Responsibilities

• Delivers safe, appropriate nursing care to patients per nursing standards.
• Coordinates planning of nursing care with interdisciplinary team.
• Collaborates with staff to achieve outcomes based on data and standards.
• Implements discharge and transfer plans.
• Engages in program evaluation and quality improvement.
• Meets service standards and optimizes patient experience.
• Adheres to regulatory nursing standards and hospital policies.
• Supports ongoing professional development and mentorship.
• Models compassionate, personalized patient experiences.
• Performs other duties within scope.

Skills

OR nursing

Pediatrics care

Trauma care

Nursing process

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Graduate of an accredited School of Professional Nursing

Job description

Overview

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: Th, F, Sa 7p-7a

• No Call Requirement

Previous OR experience highly preferred. OR experience in the area of pediatrics, trauma, CV is a plus. CNOR preferred. 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+).

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Professional Nursing

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.