Registered Nurse
5 months ago
At Houston Methodist, the Registered Nurse (RN) II position a licensed staff nurse, an experienced clinician, functions at the Competent to Proficient stage of Benner's model of clinical practice. The RN II position is responsible for providing professional nursing care to a diverse patient population, conducting nursing assessments, assisting with exams and treatment, patient education, and maintenance of medical records. The RN II position provides direct patient care effectively and efficiently which may include patients with varied and complex needs. This position communicates and collaborates with the physicians and interprofessional health care team to facilitate, coordinate, and maintain compassionate, efficient, quality care and achievement of desired treatment outcomes. The RN II position demonstrates clinical competence when providing care, using technology, administering medications, performing procedures, and managing emergencies, acting as a patient and family advocate in order to monitor and maintain patient rights. This position assumes leadership roles with progressive responsibility including but not limited to participating in or leading unit and shared governance initiatives, serving as charge nurse or preceptor to students or new employees, and possibly contributing to service line or hospital-wide initiatives in partnership with management.
Houston Methodist Standard
PATIENT AGE GROUP(S) AND POPULATION(S) SERVED
Refer to departmental "Scope of Service" and "Provision of Care" plans, as applicable, for description of primary age groups and populations served by this job for the respective HM entity.
HOUSTON METHODIST EXPERIENCE EXPECTATIONS
- Provide personalized care and service by consistently demonstrating our I CARE values:
- INTEGRITY: We are honest and ethical in all we say and do.
- COMPASSION: We embrace the whole person including emotional, ethical, physical, and spiritual needs.
- ACCOUNTABILITY: We hold ourselves accountable for all our actions.
- RESPECT: We treat every individual as a person of worth, dignity, and value.
- EXCELLENCE: We strive to be the best at what we do and a model for others to emulate.
- Practices the Caring and Serving Model
- Delivers personalized service using HM Service Standards
- Provides for exceptional patient/customer experiences by following our Standards of Practice of always using Positive Language (AIDET, Managing Up, Key Words)
- Intentionally collaborates with other healthcare professionals involved in patients/customers or employees' experiential journeys to ensure strong communication, ease of access to information, and a seamless experience.
- Involves patients (customers) in shift/handoff reports by enabling their participation in their plan of care as applicable to the given job
- Displays cultural humility, diversity, equity and inclusion principles
- Actively supports the organization's vision, fulfills the mission and abides by the I CARE values
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Uses therapeutic communication, which includes active listening and teaching, to establish a relationship with patients, families and interprofessional health care team to collaborate on the plan of care.
- Contributes to teamwork by awareness of overall unit acuity, consistently offering assistance, and responding positively to requests for assistance. Collaborates to foster healthy relationships in the work environment. Seeks guidance from and offers guidance to interprofessional health care team, when appropriate, and applies feedback to improve patient outcomes.
- Implements staff education specific to patient populations and unit processes, coaches and mentors other staff and students. May include preceptorship. Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards improvement of department score for turnover/retention/employee engagement.
- Follows the patient and family-centered care standards, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document. Conducts nursing assessments, assists with exams and treatment, and maintenance of medical records. Practices in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity and inclusion principles.
- Develops, updates, and communicates plan of care, including discharge, in partnership with the patient, family and interprofessional health care team, using the nursing process. Prioritizes care based on the patient's needs, abilities, and preferences. Advocates on patient/family's behalf to identify and resolve clinical and ethical concerns, utilizing appropriate resources.
- Provides patient teaching based on learning needs, uses appropriate resources, incorporating planning for care after discharge. Consistently evaluates the patient's comprehension and adapts teaching methods accordingly.
- Helps drive improvement of department score for patient satisfaction, through peer-to-peer accountability to service standards.
- Follows the standards of care related to the nursing process, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document.
- Follows the standards related to regulatory requirements and professional practice as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document. Identifies areas of practice improvements with research-based evidence to achieve core measure and patient safety outcomes, supported by accurate documentation.
- Provides and modifies care to complex patients and coordinates care with the interprofessional team based on evaluation of the patient's condition, supported by accurate documentation. Utilizes clinical judgement, using an evidence-based analytical approach.
- Improves quality and safety scores on the unit-based scorecard, through peer-to-peer accountability, reporting near misses, and collaborating with the interprofessional health care team.
- Displays self-motivation to independently manage time effectively, timely document care, minimize incidental overtime, and prioritize daily tasks. Contributes towards meeting department financial targets through decreasing length of stay, optimizing efficiency and other areas according to department specifications.
- Identifies and presents areas for innovation, efficiency and improvement in patient care or unit operations using evidence-based practice literature. Offers innovative solutions through evidence-based practice/performance improvement projects and shared governance activities.
- Champions new care pathways or service line implementation to improve service to the community. Identifies trends for improvement opportunities or practice changes and supports initiatives. Researches the change and presents options to shared governance and leadership.
- Seeks opportunities to identify self-development needs and takes appropriate action. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an on-going basis.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
Qualifications
EDUCATION
- Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited School of Nursing
- One year nursing experience in a healthcare environment
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED
- RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure within 60 days OR
- RN-Temp - Registered Nurse - Temporary State Licensure within 60 days AND
- BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) AND
- Other credentials and certifications as defined by unit/service line
- Magnet - ANCC Recognized Certification - in applicable specialty area
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
- Strong assessment, organizational and problem-solving skills as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components
- Ability to function independently and exercise judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional care team and patients and their families
- Uses critical thinking skills and clinical judgment to work autonomously as defined by the Nurse Practice Act
- Demonstrates proficient time management skills
- Maintains level of professional contributions as defined in Clinical Career Path program guide
- Working knowledge of Microsoft products
WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform No
- Scrubs Yes
- Business professional No
- Other (department approved) No
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
- On Call* Yes
**Travel specifications may vary by department**
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
Company Profile
Since 1998, Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital has been serving Fort Bend and the surrounding counties. Residents have come to rely on a level of compassionate care and leading-edge technology that was once available only in the Texas Medical Center. Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital tied for No. 4 in Houston and No. 6 (three-way tie) in Texas in U.S. News & World Report's best hospital rankings in 2020. With 316 operating beds, 24 operating rooms and over 2,400 employees, Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital was designed to provide comprehensive, personalized care for the community.
-
Registered Nurse
7 months ago
Sugar Land, United States FCM Group, LLC dba Nurse Next Door - Pearland & Kingwood Full timeBenefits/PerksFlexible SchedulingCompetitive CompensationCareers Advancement Job SummaryWe are seeking a Registered Nurse to join our team. In this role, you will primarily be creating and managing a plan of care for individual patients. You are a Registered Nurse (RN) who operates with great attention to detail and a big heart. You take pride in creating...
-
NICU Registered Nurse
2 months ago
Sugar Land, United States Memorial Hermann Health System Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Registered Nurse to join our team in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Memorial Hermann Health System. As a NICU Registered Nurse, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality patient care to critically ill newborns and their families.Key ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with the physician and healthcare...
-
PACU Registered Nurse
3 weeks ago
Sugar Land, Texas, United States Catholic Health Initiatives Full timePACU Registered Nurse Job DescriptionAt St. Lukes Health–Sugar Land Hospital, we are committed to providing exceptional care to our patients. As a PACU Registered Nurse, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth transition of patients from the operating room to the recovery area.Responsibilities:Assess and prioritize patient needs, providing...
-
Registered Nurse
1 month ago
Sugar Land, United States PAM Health, LLC Full timeOverviewPAM Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sugarland!PRN Days Registered Nurse (RN)"Remember why you became a nurse?" We here at PAM Health are mindful of what it took for you to gain your nursing education and begin your career and we admire you and the countless others who have chosen this career path. We want you to know that you are respected,...
-
Registered Nurse
5 months ago
Sugar Land, United States Encompass Health Full timeRegistered Nurse Career Opportunity Encompass Health: Where Nursing Meets Heart, Home, and HealingAre you seeking a nursing career deeply rooted in purpose, close to your heart and home? Encompass Health offers a transformative journey where your expertise as a Registered Nurse becomes an integral part of patients' recoveries. Picture the impact of providing...
-
Registered Nurse
5 months ago
Sugar Land, United States Encompass Health Full timeRegistered Nurse Career Opportunity Encompass Health: Where Nursing Meets Heart, Home, and HealingAre you seeking a nursing career deeply rooted in purpose, close to your heart and home? Encompass Health offers a transformative journey where your expertise as a Registered Nurse becomes an integral part of patients' recoveries. Picture the impact of...
-
PACU Registered Nurse
3 weeks ago
Sugar Land, Texas, United States Unavailable Full timeJob SummaryChi is seeking a skilled PACU Registered Nurse to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in perioperative care and be able to provide exceptional patient care in a fast-paced environment.ResponsibilitiesAs a PACU Registered Nurse, you will be responsible for assessing patient needs and prioritizing care based on patient...
-
PACU Registered Nurse
3 weeks ago
Sugar Land, Texas, United States Catholic Health Initiatives Full timeJob SummarySt. Lukes Health–Sugar Land Hospital is seeking a skilled PACU Registered Nurse to join our team. As a PACU Registered Nurse, you will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care in the post-anesthesia care unit. This is a challenging and rewarding role that requires strong clinical skills, excellent communication, and a commitment to...
-
Traveling Registered Nurse
4 weeks ago
Sugar Land, Texas, United States Aequor Healthcare Full timeJob OpportunityAequor Healthcare is seeking a skilled travel nurse RN for a short-term contract in a Cardiac Cath Lab setting.Job RequirementsSpecialty: Cardiac Cath LabDiscipline: Registered Nurse (RN)Duration: 13 weeksShift: 8 hoursEmployment Type: Travel**Minimum 2 years of experience required**Aequor Job ID #1519433. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts...
-
Perioperative Registered Nurse
4 weeks ago
Sugar Land, Texas, United States USPI Full timePerioperative Registered Nurse OpportunityUSPI Memorial Hermann Surgery Center Sugar Land is seeking a skilled Perioperative Registered Nurse to provide high-quality patient care in a fast-paced ASC environment.Job Summary:The RN PreOp provides safe, effective, and quality patient-family centered care in the perioperative services for all patient...
-
Perioperative Registered Nurse
3 weeks ago
Sugar Land, United States Catholic Health Initiatives Full timeJob SummaryCatholic Health Initiatives seeks a skilled Perioperative Registered Nurse to join our team in the PACU department. The ideal candidate will possess a strong nursing background, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.Key ResponsibilitiesAssess and prioritize patient needs, providing...
-
Home Health Registered Nurse
1 month ago
Sugar Land, United States Always Best Care Senior Services - Greater West Houston and Fort Bend Cty, TX Full timeJob Title: Home Health Registered NurseWe are seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse to join our team at Always Best Care Senior Services - Greater West Houston and Fort Bend Cty, TX. As a Home Health Registered Nurse, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care to seniors in their homes.Key Responsibilities:Coordinate home health...
-
Cath Lab Registered Nurse
3 weeks ago
Sugar Land, Texas, United States Catholic Health Initiatives Full timeWe are seeking a skilled Cath Lab Registered Nurse to join our team at Catholic Health Initiatives. As a Cath Lab RN, you will be responsible for assisting the medical team in performing catheterizations, monitoring patients, and providing medication management.Responsibilities:Assist the medical team in performing catheterizationsMonitor patients prior to,...
-
Registered Nurse
3 weeks ago
Sugar Land, Texas, United States Houston Methodist Full timeJob DescriptionAt Houston Methodist, we are seeking a skilled Registered Nurse to join our team. As a Registered Nurse, you will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care, conducting nursing assessments, and collaborating with the interprofessional healthcare team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct thorough nursing...
-
Registered Nurse
3 weeks ago
Sugar Land, Texas, United States Froedtert Health Full timeJob Summary: The Registered Nurse is a practitioner who is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care for an identified group of patients in an inpatient environment. This individual demonstrates competency in delivery of care to a primarily adult population. The Staff RN-Inpatient job description has incorporated...
-
PACU Registered Nurse
3 weeks ago
Sugar Land, Texas, United States Catholic Health Initiatives Full timeJob SummaryAs a PACU Registered Nurse with Catholic Health Initiatives, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional patient care in our state-of-the-art Post-Anesthesia Care Unit. ResponsibilitiesUtilize the nursing process to identify patient needs and priorities of care through assessment, planning, and delegation of care based on patient needs...
-
Staff Registered Nurse
4 weeks ago
Sugar Land, United States Quality Talent Group Full timeAbout the JobWe are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our Urology team at Houston Methodist. As a Staff Registered Nurse, you will be responsible for providing exceptional patient care and collaborating with our interdisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct thorough nursing...
-
PACU Registered Nurse
4 weeks ago
Sugar Land, United States Catholic Health Initiatives Full timeJob SummaryThe PACU Registered Nurse is responsible for providing high-quality patient care in the post-anesthesia care unit. This role requires strong clinical skills, excellent communication, and a commitment to delivering exceptional patient experiences.Key Responsibilities* Assess and prioritize patient needs, providing individualized care based on...
-
Registered Nurse
2 weeks ago
Sugar Land, United States Houston Methodist Full timeJob Title: Registered Nurse - Department PremiumJob Summary:The Registered Nurse - Department Premium position is a critical role within the Houston Methodist healthcare team. This position requires a licensed staff nurse with experience in a healthcare environment, who functions at the Competent to Proficient stage of Benner's model of clinical...
-
PACU Registered Nurse
4 weeks ago
Sugar Land, United States CommonSpirit Health Full timeJob Summary:As a Registered Nurse in the Perioperative department at CommonSpirit Health, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional patient care and ensuring a smooth transition for patients throughout the facility. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team of healthcare professionals who are dedicated to delivering high-quality care...
