RN - Special Procedures PreOp

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

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Health System in the United States is seeking an experienced RN for the Special Procedures Day Surgery and Recovery unit. Shifts are four 10-hour days, with no weekends or on-call requirements.

You will collaborate with physicians and the healthcare team, perform nursing assessments, educate patients, and maintain medical records per the nursing process. MHHS hires RNs based on experience levels (RN I to RN IV) to fit unit needs, and requires Texas RN licensure and BLS.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Professional Nursing; BSN preferred.
• Current Texas RN license or compact license; BLS required; other certs may be needed.
• Experience levels align with RN progression (I–IV) per unit requirements.

Responsibilities

• Delivers safe, individualized nursing care using the nursing process.
• Coordinates care with interdisciplinary team and documents care plans.
• Promotes patient education, discharge planning, and continuity of care.
• Ensures compliance with Memorial Hermann policies and standards.

Skills

Patient care

Nursing assessment

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

Job Summary

Hours: Four 10-hour shifts per week. 0630-1700 NO WEEKENDS, HOLIDAYS, NO ON CALL Seeking an experienced RN for Special Procedures Day Surgery and Recovery unit. 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

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, 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. Together, we're creating an environment where exceptional care can flourish. It starts with you.