Nurse II Position at UTHealth Houston

2 weeks ago


Houston, Texas, United States UTHealth Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse II to join our team at the Dunn Behavioral Sciences Center/HCPC at UTHealth Houston. As a key member of our nursing staff, you will be responsible for assessing patients' medical and psychiatric needs, providing professional nursing care, and directing and supervising the delivery of care by other nursing team members.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Assess patient needs, plan and implement patient care activities, and evaluate patients' response to treatment.
  2. Assist patients and families in discharge planning, including instructions on medications, safety issues post-discharge, home care, potential problems, and appropriate follow-up for additional support needed.
  3. Participate in regularly scheduled team conferences and collaborate with related healthcare providers in treatment, discharge planning, and provisions of care.
  4. Function as the liaison between patients and physicians, other multidisciplinary team members, and community agencies/resources.
  5. Document patient care and outcomes per hospital policy and accrediting agencies.
  6. Administer medication and other therapeutic interventions, as ordered by the physician.
  7. Makes decisions based on experience and training as to whether emergency situations exist and responds to emergency situations. May administer CPR and/or other first aid measures.
  8. Remains abreast of developments in the field of nursing by attending seminars and workshops, communicating with peers, and reading pertinent literature.
  9. Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements

Current State of Texas Registered Nurse license. CPR certified.

Bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited nursing school with one year nursing experience; OR Associates degree in nursing from an accredited nursing school with three years nursing experience; OR Nursing Diploma (3 year program) and two years nursing experience; OR will accept ADN with two years' experience at HCPC as a Staff Nurse I.

Years of experience varies based on education level.

Benefits

UTHealth Houston offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including 100% paid medical premiums for full-time employees, generous time off, longevity pay, and a retirement/pension plan. We also offer work/life services, such as free financial and legal counseling, free mental health counseling services, gym membership discounts, and access to wellness programs.

About UTHealth Houston

UTHealth Houston is a world-renowned institution dedicated to healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. As a leading academic health center, we are committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy.



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