Nurse Clinician III (RN) - CLC Pedi Med/Surg
About The Position
This position requires a competent clinician with knowledge, skill, and experience in a specialty area, functioning as a member of an interdisciplinary team. The role involves predominantly interdependent decision-making, with a problem-focused and patient-centered approach. The Nurse Clinician III is expected to manage unexpected or emergency situations common in their specialty population and serve as a resource for less experienced nurses. Care is provided based on the American Nurses Association Standards of Professional Practice and Professional Performance, aligning with institutional strategic initiatives and health system goals.
Requirements
- RN with two years of clinical RN experience.
- Must possess and maintain a current license or valid permit to practice in Texas.
- Current BLS required.
- RN license.
- BLS certification.
Responsibilities
- Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and documents the daily care of assigned patients.
- Identifies nursing diagnoses/patient care needs and develops/revises care plans.
- Executes physician's orders, administers medications and treatments, and delivers competent nursing care in accordance with policies and standards.
- Performs routine technical procedures/skills in the assigned specialty area.
- Provides basic patient/family instruction and healthcare teaching, utilizing evidence-based resources and Teach-Back methods.
- Plans, coordinates, and prioritizes patient care activities, maintaining safety and continuity of care.
- Demonstrates effective time management and delegates appropriately.
- Identifies ethical situations and seeks assistance to resolve them.
- Delivers culturally sensitive care and serves as a patient advocate.
- Supports a healthy work environment through respectful communication and collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Recognizes and educates colleagues regarding leadership.
- Attends and participates in unit meetings and activities, supporting departmental and organizational goals.
- Participates in shared leadership at the unit level and in quality improvement activities.
- Attends in-services and continuing education activities, and participates in journal clubs.
- Completes the UTMB/Vizient™ Nurse Residency Program and an evidence-based practice project.
- Demonstrates commitment to lifelong learning and ability to adopt change.
- Identifies patient safety concerns and reports appropriately.
- Identifies unit quality metrics and actively engages in improvement activities.
- Demonstrates self-care practices for personal well-being and safety.
- Completes required specialty-specific Competency Based Orientation (CBO) tools.
- Actively participates in ongoing self-evaluation of competency.
- Completes annual self-evaluations for competency and performance.
- Performs and reports point of care testing (POCT).
- Prioritizes and organizes work to complete assignments within a specified timeframe.
- Provides and maintains a clean, safe environment, and performs aseptic technique, isolation procedures, and infection control measures.
- Practices basic cost containment for patients and the unit.
- Completes accurate, concise, and legible documentation for all patient, unit, and hospital records.
- Competently utilizes electronic forms of communication and documentation.
- Meets periodic UTMB and unit-specific compliance requirements.
- Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
