Job Description

At Memorial Hermann, were about creating exceptional experiences for both our patients and our employees. Our goal is to provide opportunities for our diverse employee population that develop and grow careers in a team-oriented environment focused on patient care.

Every employee, at every level, begins their journey at Memorial Hermann learning about the history of the organization and its established culture built on trust and integrity. Our employees drive this culture, and we want you to be a part of it.

Job Summary

34-bed Observation unit with various cardiac and medical diagnosis requiring observation care and timely diagnostic workup

*Accredited Chest Pain Center (The Joint Commission, 2017)
*On unit satellite echo and vascular labs
*Fast-Paced Supportive Team Environment
*Budgeted 1:5 nurse to patient ratio
*Designated Admit/Discharge nurse 7 days/week
*Nursing Assistant support 24/7
*Clerical support during peak hours
*Charge Nurse coverage 24/7
*Day and Night Management presence
*Unit based educator
*Unit based committee opportunities
*Certification reimbursement offered

The RN 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.

Job Description

Position Highlights

Location: Southwest Memorial Hermann

Department: Observation/CDU - this unit is offering training the IMU if you're looking to further your training

Experience: 1 yr of RN experience, will consider ADN

Reasons to join the Clinical Decision Unit at Memorial Hermann Southwest!

* Accredited Chest Pain Center (The Joint Commission, 2017)
* Fast-Paced Supportive Team Environment
* Utilize the latest technology in patient monitoring
* High employee engagement scores
* Training and Growth opportunities

Ask about our

* Sign On Bonus
* Paid Time Off
* Retirement Plan
* Tuition Reimbursement
* Student Loan Repayment
* And Much More

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; may serve as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
* Other duties as assigned.