RN PRN 3 - AOD, Days
Company: Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital
Location: Alvin
Posted on: May 1, 2024
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Job Description:
PRN3 Shift Requirement: - 18 shifts per 6week schedule.
Included in shift requirement - 4 weekend shifts, 4 major holidays
per year, 2 on call weekends (if required by department).
JOB SUMMARY
At Houston Methodist, the Registered Nurse (RN) PRN 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 PRN 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 PRN 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
PRN 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.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Job responsibilities labeled EF capture those duties that are
essential functions of the job.
PEOPLE - 25%
SERVICE - 25%
QUALITY/SAFETY - 25%
FINANCE - 10%
GROWTH/INNOVATION - 15%
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 REQUIREMENTS
o Bachelor of Science degree or higher from an accredited School of
Nursing
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
o Two years of registered nurse experience in a healthcare
environment
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED
o 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
line
o American Nursing Credentialing Center (ANCC)-recognized
certification in applicable specialty area preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
o 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
checklist
o 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
o 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
o Strong assessment, organizational and problem solving skills as
evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role
components
o Ability to function independently and exercise judgment in
interactions with physicians, interprofessional care team and
patients and their families
o Uses critical thinking skills and clinical judgment to work
autonomously as defined by the Nurse Practice Act
o Demonstrates proficient time management skills
o Maintains level of professional contributions as defined in
Clinical Career Path program guide
o Working knowledge of Microsoft products including Outlook
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SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
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Work Attire Yes/No
Uniform No
Scrubs Yes
Business professional No
Other (dept. approved) No
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On-Call* No (for Non-Exempt or Exempt jobs)
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*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during
emergencies (i.e. Disaster, Severe Weather Event, etc.) regardless
of selection above.
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Travel**
May require travel within Yes
Houston Metropolitan area
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May require travel outside No
of Houston Metropolitan area
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**Travel specifications may vary by department.
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Please note any other special considerations to this job:
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Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital is committed to leading
medicine in Clear Lake and surrounding communities by delivering
the Houston Methodist standard of exceptional safety, quality,
service and innovation. Houston Methodist Clear Lake provides a
broad spectrum of adult, pediatric, medical and surgical care. It
is an accredited chest pain center and acute stroke-ready
designated through DNV. Houston Methodist Clear Lake offers
advanced inpatient and outpatient services, including
state-of-the-art imaging; childbirth center with a level II
neonatal intensive care unit; minimally invasive surgery; cancer
center; neurology and spine care; heart and vascular care;
bariatric and digestive care; emergency care; primary care;
rehabilitation services; and comprehensive orthopedics and sports
medicine.
Houston Methodist is an equal opportunity employer inclusive of
women, minorities, disabled persons and veterans.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Houston 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.
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