RN - CV Operating Room

Memorial Hermann Health System

12d

About The Position

Collaborates with the physician and healthcare team in delivering patient care using the nursing process. Provides professional nursing care, including nursing assessments, assistance with examinations and treatment, patient education, and maintenance of medical records. Memorial Hermann hires RNs according to experience groupings: newly licensed RN working under the supervision of an RN clinical preceptor, less than 1 year, 1–3 years, 3–10 years, and 10+ years. The position works days in 10- or 12-hour shifts depending on unit needs, with rotational call required. CV Operating Room experience is preferred; 3 years of OR experience is acceptable in lieu of CV OR experience.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited School of Professional Nursing.
Current Texas state license, or temporary/compact license, to practice professional nursing.
Basic Life Support certification.
Additional certifications may be required based on discipline or nursing unit requirements.
CV Operating Room experience is preferred; 3 years of OR experience is acceptable in lieu of CV OR experience.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Nursing degree preferred.
CV Operating Room experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Deliver safe and appropriate care according to the nursing skills inventory and the age and needs of the patient population served.
Coordinate nursing care planning with an interdisciplinary team and make appropriate clinical decisions in delivering patient care.
Collaborate with, direct, and potentially delegate to the healthcare team 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 ensure a high level of service that optimizes the patient experience.
Adhere to regulatory requirements and Texas Board of Nursing standards.
Promote safety for patients, staff, and visitors and follow Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards, including budgetary requirements for time, supplies, productivity, and service quality.
Meet mandatory and continuing education and skills competency requirements; support department goals; and serve as a preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff.
Provide compassionate, personalized experiences and model Memorial Hermann service standards through safe, caring, personalized, and efficient interactions with patients and colleagues.
Perform other duties as assigned.