Registered Nurse II (RN) Med-Surg/Medicine Nights - Houston Methodist Hospital
Company: Houston Methodist
Location: Houston
Posted on: February 23, 2021
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Job Description:
Work Shift: NIGHTWork Week: M - FJob Summary11/2018JOB SUMMARYAt
Houston Methodist, the Registered Nurse (RN) II position is 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 provides professional nursing care to
a diverse patient population, conducts nursing assessments, assists
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.PATIENT AGE GROUP(S) AND POPULATION(S) SERVEDRefer 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 EXPECTATIONSo 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.o Focuses on patient/customer safetyo Delivers personalized
service using HM Service Standardso Provides for exceptional
patient/customer experiences by following our Standards of Practice
of always using Positive Language (AIDET, Managing Up, Key Words)o
Intentionally rounds with patients/customers to ensure their needs
are being meto Involves patients (customers) in shift/handoff
reports by enabling their participation in their plan of care as
applicable to the given jobPRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIESJob
responsibilities labeled EF capture those duties that are essential
functions of the job.PEOPLE - 25%1. 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. (EF)2. 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. (EF)3. 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 on
unit-based scorecard. (EF)SERVICE - 25%1. 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. (EF)2. 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
patients needs, abilities and preferences. Advocates on
patient/familys behalf to identify and resolve clinical and ethical
concerns, utilizing appropriate resources. (EF)3. Provides patient
teaching based on learning needs, uses appropriate resources,
incorporating planning for care after discharge. Consistently
evaluates the patients comprehension and adapts teaching methods
accordingly. (EF)4. Helps drive improvement of department score for
patient satisfaction on unit-based scorecard, through peer-to-peer
accountability to service standards. (EF)QUALITY/SAFETY - 25%1.
Follows the standards of care related to the nursing process, as
outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice
document. (EF)2. 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. (EF)3. Provides and modifies care to complex
patients and coordinates care with the interprofessional team based
on evaluation of the patients condition, supported by accurate
documentation. Utilizes clinical judgement, using an evidence-based
analytical approach. (EF)4. 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. (EF)FINANCE - 10%1. Displays self-motivation to
independently manage time effectively, timely document care,
minimize incidental overtime, and prioritize daily tasks. Provides
input into the unit resource utilization including unit capital and
operational budget needs. (EF)2. Contributes towards meeting
department financial targets on unit-based scorecard through
decreasing length of stay, optimizing efficiency and other areas
according to department specifications. (EF)GROWTH/INNOVATION -
15%1. 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. (EF)2. 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. (EF)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.EDUCATION REQUIREMENTSo
Bachelor of Science degree or higher from an accredited School of
NursingEXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSo Twelvemonths registered nurse
experience in a healthcare environmentCERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES AND
REGISTRATIONS REQUIREDo Texas RN license or temporary TX RN
license, should obtain permanent license within 90 days. Compact
license acceptable according to current Board of Nursing
requirements.o American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)o
Other credentials and certifications as defined by unit/service
lineo American Nursing Credentialing Center (ANCC)-recognized
certification in applicable specialty area preferredKNOWLEDGE,
SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIREDo Demonstrates the skills and
competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job,
determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and
performance evaluations as defined in orientation checklist and
annual departmental competency checklisto 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 securityo
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
principleso Strong assessment, organizational and problem solving
skills as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and
role componentso Ability to function independently and exercise
judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional care
team and patients and their familieso Uses critical thinking skills
and clinical judgment to work autonomously as defined by the Nurse
Practice Acto Demonstrates proficient time management skillso
Maintains level of professional contributions as defined in
Clinical Career Path program guideo Working knowledge of Microsoft
products including OutlookSUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTSWork Attire
Yes/NoUniform NoScrubs YesBusiness professional NoOther (dept.
approved) NoOn-Call* No (for Non-Exempt or Exempt jobs)*Note that
employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (i.e.
Disaster, Severe Weather Event, etc.) regardless of selection
above.Travel**May require travel within YesHouston Metropolitan
areaMay require travel outside Noof Houston Metropolitan
area**Travel specifications may vary by department.Please note any
other special considerations to this job:
__________________________Equal Employment OpportunityHouston
Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Equal employment
opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist
is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in
discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or
seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race,
color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,national
origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other
characteristics protected by law.VEVRAA Federal Contractor priority
referral Protected Veterans requested.Company ProfileSince its
founding in 1919, Houston Methodist Hospital has earned worldwide
recognition. Houston Methodist Hospital is affiliated with the
Weill Medical College of Cornell University and New
York-Presbyterian Hospital, one of the nation''s leading centers
for medical education and research. Houston Methodistis
consistently ranked in U.S. News & World Reports Best Hospital list
and was recently named the number one hospital in Texas. FORTUNE
magazine has placed Houston Methodist on its annual list of 100
Best Companies To Work For since 2006. Houston Methodist Hospital
directs millions of research dollars into patient care and offers
the latest innovations in medical, surgical and diagnostic
techniques. With 1,119 licensed beds, 67 operating rooms and over
6,000 employees, Houston Methodist offers complete care for
patients from around the world.by Jobble
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