RN, Special Procedures (MC)

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

Job summary

Memorial Hermann in Houston seeks a Registered Nurse with a BSN and 3+ years in CCU/ICU. On-call duties require response within 30 minutes. Schedule options include 4/10s or 5/8s. You will collaborate with physicians and the care team to deliver safe, high-quality patient care and maintain medical records.

You’ll be matched to RN levels (RN I–RN IV) based on experience. Texas RN license and Basic Life Support are required, with opportunities for professional growth and mentoring to newer staff.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Professional Nursing.
• BSN preferred.
• Current Texas license to practice nursing (or temporary/compact license).

Responsibilities

• Delivers safe and appropriate care to patients, according to the nursing process and patient needs.
• Coordinates the planning for nursing care with an interdisciplinary team and makes clinical decisions.
• Collaborates with, directs, and may delegate to the healthcare team to achieve positive outcomes.
• Coordinates discharge and transfer planning.
• Participates in program evaluation, process improvement and patient-centered outcomes.
• Addresses diverse patient needs across the continuum of care while upholding service standards.
• Adheres to regulatory standards and hospital policies; ensures safety of patients, staff, and visitors.
• Promotes professional growth and may serve as preceptor or mentor to staff.

Skills

RN I

RN II

RN III

RN IV

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in 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

BSN, RN/3+ yrs experience in a CC/ICU, on call responsibilities/report within 30 mins

Schedule: 4/10hr or 5/8hr shifts

Job Description

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; 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
• 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.
• Adheres to all regulatory and Texas Board of Nursing standards.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staffs 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; 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.