Registered Nurse - ICU - IMU

Company: Memorial Hermann Health System
Location: Brenham
Posted on: November 25, 2022

Job Description:

At Memorial Hermann, we're 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 SummaryCollaborates 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+).Job DescriptionSign On Bonus $10KSign-On Bonus $15KNationally recognized for patient safety and quality, Memorial Hermann Katy features a 208-bed facility and a medical staff with disciplines spanning 38 specialties. With the only Level III trauma center in Katy, we're equipped to stabilize patients for transfer to Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center and Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital when a higher level of care is required.Hiring for the following Critical Care Units:IMUMemorial Hermann Katy is looking for dynamic nurses who are ready to take the next step in their career and care for a more critical patient population on their two IMU Units (a 20 bed and a 12 bed). The Katy IMU unit has excellent staffing with a nurse to patient ratio of 1:3-4 on the unit along with a "free" Charge RN. Come join the only Level III Trauma Center in Katy as they pursue Magnet Status and a Level II Trauma Designation. Plans to open two additional units within the next year. Come grow with us!ICUMinimum QualificationsEducation: Graduate of an accredited School of Professional Nursing; Bachelors of Nursing preferredLicenses/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 requirementsExperience / Knowledge / Skills:
  • RN I
  • RN II = 1-3 years
  • RN III = 3-10 years
  • RN IV = 10+ years
  • Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by integrating our culture in all internal and external customer interactions; delivers on our brand promise of "we advance health" through innovation, accountability, empowerment, collaboration, compassion and results while ensuring one Memorial Hermann.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.

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