Senior Registered Nurse – Specialty Care & Leadership

UTMB Health; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

UTMB Health is seeking a competent Clinician RN with Texas licensure and two years of clinical RN experience. The role emphasizes inter-professional collaboration, patient-centered care, and adherence to the Texas Nurse Practice Act.

The ideal candidate will manage emergencies in the specialty unit, serve as a resource for less experienced nurses, and align with UTMB’s standards and goals. Responsibilities include assessment, care planning, medication administration, and patient education.

Qualifications

• RN with two years of clinical RN experience.
• Must possess and maintain a current license to practice in Texas.
• Current BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and documents the daily care of assigned patients.
• Identifies nursing diagnoses/patient care needs and develops/revises the care plan.
• Executes physician orders and administers medications and treatments with culturally competent care.
• Performs routine technical procedures/skills in the specialty area.
• Provides patient/family instruction using Teach-Back methods.
• Plans, coordinates, and prioritizes patient care activities with the inter-professional team.
• Maintains safety and continuity of care with effective communication and handoffs.
• Demonstrates leadership in unit initiatives and evidence-based practice.

Skills

RN experience

BLS certification

Job description

UTMB Health is seeking a competent Clinician RN with Texas licensure and two years of clinical RN experience. The role emphasizes inter-professional collaboration, patient-centered care, and adherence to the Texas Nurse Practice Act.

The ideal candidate will manage emergencies in the specialty unit, serve as a resource for less experienced nurses, and align with UTMB’s standards and goals. Responsibilities include assessment, care planning, medication administration, and patient education.