RN Neuro Med Surg, FT Days

Memorial Hermann Health System • The Woodlands, TX

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About The Position

Memorial Hermann is hiring a full-time Registered Nurse for its Neuro Spine Med Surg unit on the day shift. The 24-bed unit has a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4–5 and cares for patients with conditions and needs including stroke, neurosurgical procedures such as spinal fusions, biopsies, traumatic falls, head bleeds, craniotomies, and seizures. The unit is fast-paced, with quick patient turnover. Training and orientation last 4–6 weeks, depending on the individual.

The nurse collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to deliver professional patient care using the nursing process. Responsibilities include nursing assessments, assisting with examinations and treatment, patient education, and maintaining medical records. Memorial Hermann hires nurses according to experience groupings: newly licensed nurses working under an RN clinical preceptor, less than one year, 1–3 years, 3–10 years, and 10 or more years.

The organization describes a commitment to high-quality, efficient care and exceptional experiences for patients, employees, and the community. Nurses can participate in the Professional Nurse Advancement Program and receive PTO that includes personal days and a spiritual holiday.

Requirements

• At least 6 months of RN experience in Neuro Med/Surg.
• Acute-care bedside experience.
• Graduate of an accredited School of Professional Nursing.
• Current Texas license, temporary license, or compact license to practice professional nursing.
• Basic Life Support certification.
• Additional certifications may be required based on discipline or nursing-unit requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN); the minimum qualifications section lists a Bachelor of Nursing as preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe and appropriate patient care based on the nursing skills inventory and the age and needs of the patient population.
• Coordinate nursing care planning with the interdisciplinary team and make appropriate clinical decisions in patient care.
• Collaborate with, direct, and delegate to the healthcare team as appropriate to achieve positive outcomes based on data, research, evidence, and professional standards of care.
• Coordinate treatment plans and develop and implement discharge or transfer plans.
• Participate in ongoing interdisciplinary evaluation of programs, process improvement, and client-centered outcomes.
• Address patients’ diverse needs throughout the continuum of care and provide service according to established standards.
• Follow regulatory requirements and Texas Board of Nursing standards.
• Promote safety for patients, staff, and visitors and follow Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards, including those for time, supplies, productivity, and service quality.
• Maintain professional growth through required continuing education and skills competency; support department goals and, as appropriate, serve as a preceptor, mentor, or resource to less experienced staff.
• Provide compassionate, personalized, safe, and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues in accordance with Memorial Hermann service standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Conduct nursing assessments, assist with exams and treatment, educate patients, and maintain medical records.

Benefits

• Professional Nurse Advancement Program with opportunities to earn more for expertise.
• Generous paid time off, including personal days and a spiritual holiday.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time