Nurse Extern jobs at Denton Regional Medical Center (subsidiary Hospital Of Hca) - 116 jobs
RN - Progressive Care Unit
Denton Regional Medical Center 4.6
Nurse extern job at Denton Regional Medical Center (subsidiary Hospital Of Hca)
Responsible for providing patient care and educating patients and their families about various health conditions. Assessing and analyzing patient health status and developing individualized care plans. Administering medications and treatments prescribed by physicians and monitoring patients for adverse reactions or side effects.
Collaborating with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
Educating patients and their families about disease prevention, health promotion, and the management of chronic health conditions.
Documenting patient care and maintaining accurate medical records.
Responding to emergencies and providing acute care as needed.
Adhering to ethical and legal standards of nursing practice.
Continuously improving nursing knowledge and skills through ongoing education and training.
$64k-85k yearly est. 56d ago
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Staff - Charge Nurse (RN) - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $32-44 per hour
Baptist Health System-San Antonio Tx 4.3
Nacogdoches, TX jobs
Staff - Charge Nurse (RN) - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $32-44 per hour at Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX summary:
The ICU Charge Nurse supervises and coordinates nursing care in the Intensive Care Unit, ensuring safe, quality, and cost-effective patient care. They provide clinical leadership, direct nursing activities, plan training for staff, and assist in regulatory compliance. This role requires an RN credential and manages day-to-day critical care operations on a 12-hour shift basis.
Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX is seeking a ICU - Intensive Care Unit Charge Nurse (RN) for a nursing job in Nacogdoches, Texas.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Discipline: RN
Duration: Ongoing
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours
Employment Type: Staff
This position may qualify for a sign-on bonus.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Serves as clinical resource to patients and team members and provides leadership/support in day-to-day clinical operations. Coordinates, supervises and is accountable for professional nursing care of patients within an assigned department. Plans, directs and coordinates the functions and activities of the Intensive Care Unit, considering to factors related to safety, quality, and cost in planning and delivery of patient care in the critical care environment. The scope of work encompasses direct and indirect professional nursing care, in support of medical care as directed by medical staff and pursuant to objectives and policies of the hospital. Plans and directs age specific nursing activities, directs unit inservices and training to nurses and other ancillary staff. Assists administration in ensuring compliance with the organizations' mission statement.
Baptist Health System - San Antonio Job ID #. Posted job title: Charge Nurse ICU Full Time Nights
Benefits
Health Care FSA
Dependent Care FSA
Life insurance
Keywords:
ICU nurse, charge nurse, intensive care unit, registered nurse, critical care nursing, clinical leadership, patient care coordination, nursing supervision, healthcare, hospital nursing
$32-44 hourly 2d ago
Staff - Level II Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $32-44 per hour
Baptist Health System-San Antonio Tx 4.3
San Antonio, TX jobs
Staff - Level II Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $32-44 per hour at Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX summary:
The Registered Nurse II (RN II) in the ICU at Baptist Health System provides comprehensive critical care to patients requiring intensive monitoring and intervention. Responsibilities include patient assessment, administering medications, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, educating patients and families, and ensuring seamless care transitions. The role demands adaptability to rapidly changing conditions while maintaining professional nursing standards and resource management in a high-acuity environment.
Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) ICU - Intensive Care Unit Level II for a nursing job in San Antonio, Texas.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Discipline: RN
Duration: Ongoing
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours
Employment Type: Staff
This position may qualify for a sign-on bonus.
SUMMARY
Under minimal supervision, provides nursing care for a group of patients assigned to the nurse based on matching the patients' needs with the nurse' competencies. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned.
General Functions:
Assesses human responses and adaptation to actual or potential health problems of the patient, family and/or significant other.
Institutes and initiates a plan for patient care based on the initial assessment; implements and continuously evaluates interventions; reassesses patient needs on an on-going basis
Recognizes changing patient condition and utilizes unit resources, chain of command and Rapid Response Team (RRT) in a timely and appropriate manner.
Assimilates and prioritizes information sources to take immediate and decisive patient-focused action
Supports and maintains the physiologic stability of patients
Responds with confidence and adapts to rapid changing patient conditions
Documents all plans and care provided Identifies need for education of patient, family and/or significant other and provides education through individualized instruction, the use of written materials and/or other available resources
Assigns nursing care to licensed staff, delegates nursing care to unlicensed staff and coordinates the flow of work
Calculates and administers medications
Coordinates and collaborates with multidisciplinary team members in the planning and management of patient care
Responds to the unique needs of patients and families coping with unanticipated treatment, quality of life, and end-of-life decisions
Monitors and allocates critical care services, recognizing the fiduciary role of nurses working in a resource intensive environment
Participates in discharge planning; provides instruction to patient/family
Maintains and promotes professional standards and development by participating in inservices, committees and staff meetings
Serves as a role model for compassionate care and service excellence and commits to Studer Principles and "must haves"
Facilitates patient movement within the department and through the facility, proactively managing patient admissions, discharges and transfers
Manages patient hand-offs at shift change and between department and facilities; utilizes documentation tools for hand-offs as required
Provides every patient the defined standard of care (ie; core measures, chest pain protocol)
Utilizes resources efficiently and effectively
Maintains safe environment
Addresses patient population-specific needs
Participates in Performance Improvement needs
Baptist Health System - San Antonio Job ID #. Posted job title: Registered Nurse II (RN II) - ICU
Benefits
Health Care FSA
Dependent Care FSA
Life insurance
Keywords:
Registered Nurse, ICU Nurse, Intensive Care Unit, Critical Care, Patient Care, Medication Administration, Healthcare Nursing, Patient Assessment, Discharge Planning, Clinical Nursing
$32-44 hourly 2d ago
Staff - Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg - $30-42 per hour
Baptist Health System-San Antonio Tx 4.3
New Braunfels, TX jobs
Staff - Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg - $30-42 per hour at Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX summary:
The Registered Nurse (Med Surg) position at Baptist Health System involves providing nursing care to patients with medical-surgical needs under minimal supervision. The role requires matching patient needs with nurse competencies, working 36 hours per week in 12-hour shifts, and may qualify for a sign-on bonus. This staff role includes completing required competencies and performing related duties as assigned in a healthcare setting.
Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Med Surg for a nursing job in New Braunfels, Texas.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Med Surg
Discipline: RN
Duration: Ongoing
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours
Employment Type: Staff
This position may qualify for a sign-on bonus.
Position Summary
Under minimal supervision, provides nursing care for a group of patients assigned to the nurse based on matching the patients' needs with the nurse' competencies. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned.
Baptist Health System - San Antonio Job ID #. Posted job title: Registered Nurse Med Surg Part Time Nights RBH
Benefits
Health Care FSA
Dependent Care FSA
Life insurance
Keywords:
Registered Nurse, Med Surg, Medical Surgical Nursing, Patient Care, Healthcare, Nursing Shift, Sign-on Bonus, Staff Nurse, Clinical Nursing, Hospital Nursing
$30-42 hourly 2d ago
Staff - Level II Registered Nurse (RN) - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care - $30-42 per hour
Baptist Health System-San Antonio Tx 4.3
San Antonio, TX jobs
Staff - Level II Registered Nurse (RN) - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care - $30-42 per hour at Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX summary:
The Staff Level II Registered Nurse (NICU) provides specialized neonatal intensive care nursing to newborn patients under minimal supervision. This full-time position requires completing competencies within an introductory period and involves 12-hour night shifts. Employment includes benefits such as health care FSA, dependent care FSA, life insurance, and may qualify for a sign-on bonus.
Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care Level II for a nursing job in San Antonio, Texas.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
Discipline: RN
Duration: Ongoing
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours
Employment Type: Staff
This position may qualify for a sign-on bonus
Position Summary
Under minimal supervision, provides nursing care for a group of patients assigned to the nurse based on matching the patients' needs with the nurse' competencies. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned.
Baptist Health System - San Antonio Job ID #. Posted job title: Registered Nurse II NICU Full Time Nights SLB
Benefits
Health Care FSA
Dependent Care FSA
Life insurance
Keywords:
Registered Nurse, NICU, Neonatal Intensive Care, Nursing Job, Healthcare, Patient Care, Night Shift Nurse, Baptist Health System, RN Level II, Neonatal Nurse
$30-42 hourly 2d ago
Staff - Level II Registered Nurse (RN) - OR - Operating Room - $30-42 per hour
Baptist Health System-San Antonio Tx 4.3
San Antonio, TX jobs
Staff - Level II Registered Nurse (RN) - OR - Operating Room - $30-42 per hour at Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX summary:
The Level II Registered Nurse (RN) in the Operating Room at Baptist Health System provides professional nursing care to patients across all age groups under minimal supervision. This full-time position involves working 12-hour shifts and supporting surgical procedures while adhering to established healthcare standards and policies. The role offers benefits and may include a sign-on bonus for qualified candidates.
Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) OR - Operating Room Level II for a nursing job in San Antonio, Texas.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: OR - Operating Room
Discipline: RN
Duration: Ongoing
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours
Employment Type: Staff
This position may qualify for a sign-on bonus
Position Summary
Under minimal supervision, provides professional nursing care for patients ranging in age from newborn to geriatric, within the nurse's competencies following established standards and practices. Supports the mission statement, policies and procedures of the Baptist Health System. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned.
Baptist Health System - San Antonio Job ID #. Posted job title: Registered Nurse II Surgery Full Time Days SLB
Benefits
Health Care FSA
Dependent Care FSA
Life insurance
Keywords:
Registered Nurse, Operating Room, Surgical Nursing, RN Level II, Patient Care, Healthcare Jobs San Antonio, Nursing Staff, Hospital Nursing, Surgical Services, Baptist Health System
$30-42 hourly 2d ago
Staff - Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute Care - $30-42 per hour
Baptist Health System-San Antonio Tx 4.3
Harlingen, TX jobs
Staff - Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute Care - $30-42 per hour at Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX summary:
The Registered Nurse (RN) in Acute Care at Baptist Health System provides direct clinical care, plans and coordinates patient treatment, and supervises delegated staff to ensure high-quality nursing services. Responsibilities include administering medications, managing resources, adhering to safety and infection control standards, and participating in hospital emergency response activities. This full-time role involves 12-hour shifts and focuses on delivering cost-effective, patient-centered care within a hospital setting.
Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Acute Care for a nursing job in Harlingen, Texas.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Acute Care
Discipline: RN
Duration: Ongoing
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours
Employment Type: Staff
This position may qualify for a sign-on bonus
Job Summary
This role provides direct clinical patient care. The role will assume responsibility for assessing, planning, implementing direct clinical care to assigned patients on a per shift basis, and unit level. The role is responsible for supervision of staff to which appropriate care is delegated. The role is accountable to support CNO to ensure high quality, safe and appropriate nursing care, competency of clinical staff, and appropriate resource management related to patient care.
The RN provides high-quality, safe, cost-effective, total nursing care to all patients. The RN assumes responsibility for overall coordination and integration of patient care based on the nursing process. The RN directs care according to established standards of safety, risk management, QI, and Infection Control, with the goal being to discharge the patient with an optimum level of care provided. Assumes responsibility for coordination and planning of patient care within the prescribed medical regime. Administers all medications safely and in a timely manner per hospital policy. Performs and fulfills all HICS (hospital incident command system) responsibilities, assignments, tasks, and roles as directed and needed by the facility in times of emergency and/or disaster. Responsible for knowing the Hospital's emergency codes, including the purpose and appropriate action for each, and adheres to the Hospital policies and procedures for each emergency code.
Baptist Health System - San Antonio Job ID #. Posted job title: Registered Nurse Acute Med Surg Full Time Days
Benefits
Health Care FSA
Dependent Care FSA
Life insurance
Keywords:
Registered Nurse, Acute Care, Patient Care, Clinical Nursing, Medication Administration, Hospital Nursing, Infection Control, Emergency Response, Nursing Supervision, Healthcare
$30-42 hourly 2d ago
Staff - Registered Nurse (RN) - OR - Operating Room - $30-42 per hour
Baptist Health System-San Antonio Tx 4.3
Harlingen, TX jobs
Staff - Registered Nurse (RN) - OR - Operating Room - $30-42 per hour at Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX summary:
The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Operating Room provides direct clinical care, supervises delegated staff, and ensures high-quality, safe nursing practices in a hospital setting. This role involves coordinating patient care, administering medications, and adhering to safety and emergency protocols. The position requires ongoing commitment, typically covering 12-hour shifts to support optimal patient outcomes and resource management.
Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) OR - Operating Room for a nursing job in Harlingen, Texas.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: OR - Operating Room
Discipline: RN
Duration: Ongoing
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours
Employment Type: Staff
This position may qualify for a sign-on bonus
Job Summary
This role provides direct clinical patient care. The role will assume responsibility for assessing, planning, implementing direct clinical care to assigned patients on a per shift basis, and unit level. The role is responsible for supervision of staff to which appropriate care is delegated. The role is accountable to support CNO to ensure high quality, safe and appropriate nursing care, competency of clinical staff, and appropriate resource management related to patient care.
The RN provides high-quality, safe, cost-effective, total nursing care to all patients. The RN assumes responsibility for overall coordination and integration of patient care based on the nursing process. The RN directs care according to established standards of safety, risk management, QI, and Infection Control, with the goal being to discharge the patient with an optimum level of care provided. Assumes responsibility for coordination and planning of patient care within the prescribed medical regime. Administers all medications safely and in a timely manner per hospital policy. Performs and fulfills all HICS (hospital incident command system) responsibilities, assignments, tasks, and roles as directed and needed by the facility in times of emergency and/or disaster. Responsible for knowing the Hospital's emergency codes, including the purpose and appropriate action for each, and adheres to the Hospital policies and procedures for each emergency code.
Baptist Health System - San Antonio Job ID #. Posted job title: Registered Nurse Surgery Full Time Rotate
Benefits
Health Care FSA
Dependent Care FSA
Life insurance
Keywords:
Registered Nurse, Operating Room, OR Nurse, Clinical Care, Patient Care Coordination, Medication Administration, Hospital Nursing, Surgical Nursing, Patient Safety, Emergency Response
$30-42 hourly 2d ago
Staff - Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $30-42 per hour
Baptist Health System-San Antonio Tx 4.3
Harlingen, TX jobs
Staff - Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $30-42 per hour at Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX summary:
The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Cardiac Progressive Care Unit provides direct clinical care to cardiac patients, overseeing assessment, planning, and implementation of nursing care. This role includes supervising delegated staff, ensuring high-quality, safe, and cost-effective nursing services, and coordinating patient care following hospital standards and emergency protocols. The position requires adherence to safety, risk management, and infection control policies while supporting hospital incident command during emergencies.
Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a nursing job in Harlingen, Texas.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Discipline: RN
Duration: Ongoing
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours
Employment Type: Staff
This position may qualify for a sign-on bonus.
Summary
This role provides direct clinical patient care. The role will assume responsibility for assessing, planning, implementing direct clinical care to assigned patients on a per shift basis, and unit level. The role is responsible for supervision of staff to which appropriate care is delegated. The role is accountable to support CNO to ensure high quality, safe and appropriate nursing care, competency of clinical staff, and appropriate resource management related to patient care.
The RN provides high-quality, safe, cost-effective, total nursing care to all patients.
The RN assumes responsibility for overall coordination and integration of patient care based on the nursing process.
The RN directs care according to established standards of safety, risk management, QI, and Infection Control, with the goal being to discharge the patient with an optimum level of care provided.
Assumes responsibility for coordination and planning of patient care within the prescribed medical regime.
Administers all medications safely and in a timely manner per hospital policy.
Performs and fulfills all HICS (hospital incident command system) responsibilities, assignments, tasks, and roles as directed and needed by the facility in times of emergency and/or disaster.
Responsible for knowing the Hospital's emergency codes, including the purpose and appropriate action for each, and adheres to the Hospital policies and procedures for each emergency code.
Baptist Health System - San Antonio Job ID #. Posted job title: Registered Nurse (RN) - PCCU
Benefits
Health Care FSA
Dependent Care FSA
Life insurance
Keywords:
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Care, Progressive Care Unit, Patient Care, Clinical Nursing, Hospital Nursing, Medication Administration, Emergency Response, Infection Control, Healthcare
$30-42 hourly 2d ago
Staff - Registered Nurse (RN) - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care - $30-42 per hour
Baptist Health System-San Antonio Tx 4.3
Harlingen, TX jobs
Staff - Registered Nurse (RN) - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care - $30-42 per hour at Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX summary:
The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) provides direct clinical care to critically ill pediatric patients, coordinating and implementing patient care plans while supervising delegated staff. The RN ensures adherence to safety standards, infection control, and risk management protocols, while managing medication administration and emergency response duties. This role involves working 12-hour shifts on an ongoing basis within Baptist Health System in Texas to deliver high-quality, cost-effective nursing care.
Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a nursing job in Harlingen, Texas.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
Discipline: RN
Duration: Ongoing
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours
Employment Type: Staff
This position may qualify for a sign-on bonus
Summary
This role provides direct clinical patient care. The role will assume responsibility for assessing, planning, implementing direct clinical care to assigned patients on a per shift basis, and unit level. The role is responsible for supervision of staff to which appropriate care is delegated. The role is accountable to support CNO to ensure high quality, safe and appropriate nursing care, competency of clinical staff, and appropriate resource management related to patient care.
The RN provides high-quality, safe, cost-effective, total nursing care to all patients. The RN assumes responsibility for overall coordination and integration of patient care based on the nursing process. The RN directs care according to established standards of safety, risk management, QI, and Infection Control, with the goal being to discharge the patient with an optimum level of care provided. Assumes responsibility for coordination and planning of patient care within the prescribed medical regime. Administers all medications safely and in a timely manner per hospital policy. Performs and fulfills all HICS (hospital incident command system) responsibilities, assignments, tasks, and roles as directed and needed by the facility in times of emergency and/or disaster. Responsible for knowing the Hospital's emergency codes, including the purpose and appropriate action for each, and adheres to the Hospital policies and procedures for each emergency code.
Baptist Health System - San Antonio Job ID #. Posted job title: Registered Nurse PICU Full Time Nights
Benefits
Health Care FSA
Dependent Care FSA
Life insurance
Keywords:
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Intensive Care, PICU, clinical nursing, patient care, medication administration, infection control, emergency response, healthcare, hospital nursing
$30-42 hourly 2d ago
Staff - Registered Nurse (RN) - Director Cardiac Cath Lab - $34-44 per hour
Baptist Health System-San Antonio Tx 4.3
San Antonio, TX jobs
Staff - Registered Nurse (RN) - Director Cardiac Cath Lab - $34-44 per hour at Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX summary:
The Director of Cardiac Cath Lab at Baptist Health System manages cardiovascular catheterization lab services, ensuring operational efficiency and enhancing physician and patient satisfaction. The role involves promoting cardiovascular services to achieve market leadership and includes supervisory responsibilities within an ongoing full-time schedule. The position offers benefits such as health care and dependent care FSAs and life insurance, with a possible sign-on bonus.
Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Director Cardiac Cath Lab for a nursing job in San Antonio, Texas.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Cardiac Cath Lab
Discipline: RN
Duration: Ongoing
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours
Employment Type: Staff
This position may qualify for a sign-on bonus.
Summary:
Responsible for the oversight and management of Baptist Health System Cardiovascular Cath Lab services. Assists with the development and promotion of Cardiovascular Services to achieve name recognition and market leadership via operational efficiency, physician and patient satisfaction, and revenue enhancement. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned
Baptist Health System - San Antonio Job ID #. Posted job title: Director of Cardiac Cath Lab
Benefits
Health Care FSA
Dependent Care FSA
Life insurance
Keywords:
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Cath Lab, Cardiovascular Services, Healthcare Management, Nursing Director, Patient Care, Hospital Administration, Cardiology Nursing, Clinical Operations, Health Services
$34-44 hourly 2d ago
PRN Labor and Delivery RN- Nights
Huntsville Memorial Hospital 3.8
Huntsville, TX jobs
Under general supervision of the Charge Nurse, the Staff RN provides professional nursing skills utilizing the nursing process in the delivery of patient care. Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the care for assigned patients. Serves as a patient advocate within the health care system. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient population, which includes obstetrical, postpartum, newborn, Level 2 nursery, and post-surgical patients. Accountable for assuring the safety, comfort, care, and treatment of patients according to legal, ethical, professional and institutional standards. Participates in the hospital's Quality Improvement and Service Excellence programs. Demonstrates understanding of the philosophy and objectives, and adheres to policies and procedures of the department and organization.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Every effort has been made to make this as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties the incumbent will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is a logical assignment to the position.
Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, provide, document and evaluate care.
Assessment: Conducts an ongoing and systematic collection of data, guided by the application of knowledge of physiological and psychological principles and experience. Performs psychosocial assessment to determine needs based on knowledge of growth and development and to determine if the patient may be a victim of abuse or neglect.
Nursing Diagnosis and Outcome Identification: Uses the data to establish a nursing diagnosis and predict outcomes. Coordinates and analyzes the assessment data in determining diagnoses and establishes patient goals based on nursing diagnosis.
Coordinates and plans delivery of nursing care with a multidisciplinary team and administers appropriate clinical decisions in the delivery of patient care. Collaborates with the entire healthcare team to develop a plan of care that prescribes interventions to attain expected outcomes.
Delivers appropriate care to obstetrical, postpartum, newborn and post-surgical patients patients, at a competent level, according to the needs of the patient and population served. Implements the interventions identified in the Plan of Care.
Evaluates the patient's progress toward attainment of outcomes. Effectively communicates with physicians and other team members.
Provides patient/family teaching based on the needs of each patient and plans ways to meet those needs.
Administers and reconciles medications appropriately.
Adheres to infection prevention protocols.
Demonstrates an understanding of patient rights, including those pertaining to confidentiality, informed consent and privacy.
Demonstrates adaptability, problem solving and professional behavior at all times.
Participates in a systemic, interdisciplinary, and ongoing evaluation of programs, process improvement, and desired client-centered outcomes.
Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education, competence validation; supports department-based goals which contributed to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
Actively participates in survey readiness activities and assures that department is compliant with all regulatory standards.
Abides by the HMH Legal Compliance Code of Conduct.
Maintains patient confidentiality and appropriate handling of PHI.
Maintains a safe work environment and reports safety concerns appropriately.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Every effort has been made to make this job description as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties the incumbent will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is a logical assignment to the position.
Requirements
Education: Graduate of a school of professional nursing required.
Experience: One year of L&D experience preferred.
Licensure/Certification: Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Texas, or immediately eligible. Basic Life Support certification required within 30 days of employment, before patient care is administered independently. Advanced Cardiac Life Support and Neonatal Resuscitation Program certifications required within 90 days of employment. Appropriate level Fetal Monitoring course required within 90 days of employment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Frequent: standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling & reaching.
Occasional: sitting, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, & twisting.
Visual and hearing acuity required; Color vision required for perceiving changes in patients' skin color and colors of medicines and solutions. Work is mostly inside, with good ventilation and comfortable temperature.
Possible exposure to: toxic/caustic chemicals or detergents, moving mechanical parts, potential electric shock, radiant energy, communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens.
$84k-119k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
RN Informaticist
Huntsville Memorial Hospital 3.8
Huntsville, TX jobs
Under general supervision of the Director, the Clinical Informaticist provides technical information systems knowledge with implementing and maintaining clinical information systems. Participates in development (database/application), training, troubleshooting, testing, and researching of clinical information systems. Cross trains for all applications to maintain and support system. Participates in clinical systems implementation cycle (planning, design, testing, validation, documentation, and ongoing support.). Works collaboratively with users of clinical information systems in both clinical and non-clinical areas as well as with Information Systems. Collaborates with appropriate departments to develop and maintain a technology plan that supports organization's needs. Participates in assessment, documentation, training, testing, and optimization of workflow/clinical systems.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Every effort has been made to make this job description as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties the incumbent will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is a logical assignment to the position.
Serves as liaison between the clinical departments and Information Systems while collaborating with Nurse Informaticist.
Participates in design, build, validation/testing, and implementation of clinical systems.
Directs and prioritizes workload depending on project timelines and organization/departmental needs.
Participates in broader IT functions as required.
Primarily responsible for outpatient EMR systems managed by HMH.
Assists, develops, and provides ongoing education/training for clinical information system applications and workflow process changes.
Collaborates to problem solve, appropriately troubleshooting clinical systems.
Maintain ongoing knowledge and understanding of regulatory requirements.
Participates in system testing before Going Live as needed.
Participates in training, and education regarding clinical informatics as needed.
Facilitates communication to answer questions, concerns, and to solicit ideas.
Communicates clearly and efficiently verbally, written, and electronically using available technology.
Demonstrates adaptability, problem solving and professional behavior at all times.
Participates in continuous Quality Improvement programs.
Abides by the Legal Compliance Code of Conduct.
Maintains patient confidentiality and appropriate handling of PHI.
Maintains a safe work environment and reports safety concerns appropriately.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
LATITUDE, CONTACTS/INTERACTIONS
All positions of Huntsville Memorial Hospital are part of an interdisciplinary team, and as such, participate in the care and service delivery process through effective interaction with other team members. Primarily interacts with hospital staff, medical staff, patients, and visitors.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: High school diploma or GED required. Degree in healthcare related field preferred.
Experience: prior experience in a clinical role preferred.
License/Certifications: none required.
Required Skills: Technical skills in data analysis and data management.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Frequent: sitting.
Occasional: standing, walking, reaching, lifting, carrying, bending, & squatting,
Visual and hearing acuity required. Work is inside, with good ventilation and comfortable temperature.
Possible exposure to: toxic/caustic chemicals or detergents, communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens.
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
Wellness Resources
$65k-86k yearly est. Auto-Apply 7d ago
Dialysis RN
Huntsville Memorial Hospital 3.8
Huntsville, TX jobs
Under general supervision of the Dialysis Coordinator, the Dialysis Nurse works alongside other hospital nursing staff and nephrologists to assess, troubleshoot, and make sound decisions for critically ill patients. Serves as a patient advocate within the health care system. Accountable for assuring the safety, comfort, care, and treatment of patients according to legal, ethical, professional and institutional standards. Participates in the hospital's Quality Improvement and Service Excellence programs. Demonstrates understanding of the philosophy and objectives, and adheres to policies and procedures of the department and organization.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Every effort has been made to make this job description as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties the incumbent will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is a logical assignment to the position.
Administers hemodialysis within a variety of settings (ICU, CCU, ED, etc).
Conducts an ongoing and systematic collection of data, guided by the application of knowledge of physiological and psychological principles and experience, and uses the data to establish a nursing diagnosis and predict outcomes.
Nursing Diagnosis and Outcome Identification: Coordinates and analyzes the assessment data in determining diagnoses and establishes patient goals based on nursing diagnosis.
Coordinates and plans delivery of nursing care with a multidisciplinary team and administers appropriate clinical decisions in the delivery of patient care. Collaborates with the entire healthcare team to develop a plan of care that prescribes interventions to attain expected outcomes.
Delivers appropriate care to patients, at a competent level, according to the needs of the patient and population served. Implements the interventions identified in the Plan of Care.
Evaluates the patient's progress toward attainment of outcomes. Effectively communicates with physicians and other team members.
Provides patient/family teaching based on the needs of each patient and plans ways to meet those needs.
Administers and reconciles medications appropriately.
Adheres to infection prevention protocols.
Demonstrates an understanding of patient rights, including those pertaining to confidentiality, informed consent and privacy.
Demonstrates adaptability, problem solving and professional behavior at all times.
Participates in a systemic, interdisciplinary, and ongoing evaluation of programs, process improvement, and desired client-centered outcomes.
Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education, competence validation; supports department-based goals which contributed to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
Maintains patient confidentiality and appropriate handling of PHI.
Actively participates in survey readiness activities and assures that department is compliant with all regulatory standards.
Abides by the HMH Legal Compliance Code of Conduct.
Maintains a safe work environment and reports safety concerns appropriately.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.
LATITUDE, CONTACTS/INTERACTIONS
All positions of Huntsville Memorial Hospital are part of an interdisciplinary team, and as such, participate in the care and service delivery process through effective interaction with other team members. Primarily interacts with hospital staff, medical staff, patients, and visitors.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduate of a school of vocational or professional nursing.
Experience: One year of Dialysis experience required.
Licensure/Certification: Current licensure as a Vocational Nurse or Registered Nurse in the State of Texas, or immediately eligible. Basic Life Support certification required within 30 days of employment, before patient care is administered independently
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Frequent: standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling & reaching.
Occasional: sitting, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, & twisting.
Visual and hearing acuity required; Color vision required for perceiving changes in patients' skin color and colors of medicines and solutions. Work is mostly inside, with good ventilation and comfortable temperature.
Possible exposure to: toxic/caustic chemicals or detergents, moving mechanical parts, potential electric shock, radiant energy, communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens.
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
Wellness Resources
$65k-86k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
RN- Cath Lab
Huntsville Memorial Hospital 3.8
Huntsville, TX jobs
Under general supervision of the Director, the Heart and Vascular RN assists the physicians in performing Cath Lab procedures. Provides professional nursing skills utilizing the nursing process in the delivery of patient care. Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the care for assigned patients. Serves as a patient advocate within the health care system. Responsible for performing patient care requiring specialized training and skill. Acquires and maintains knowledge and skill required to perform patient care in a specialty service/area. Accountable for assuring the safety, comfort, care, and treatment of patients according to legal, ethical, professional and institutional standards. Participates in the hospital's Quality Improvement and Service Excellence programs. Demonstrates understanding of the philosophy and objectives, and adheres to policies and procedures of the department and organization.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Every effort has been made to make this job description as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties the incumbent will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is a logical assignment to the position.
Delivers appropriate care to patients, at a competent level, according to the needs of the patient/population served.
Coordinates and plans delivery of nursing care with a multidisciplinary team and administers appropriate clinical decisions in the delivery of patient care.
Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, provide, document and evaluate care.
Effectively communicates with physicians and other team members.
Provides patient/family teaching based on the needs of each patient and plans ways to meet those needs.
Administers and reconciles medications appropriately.
Adheres to infection prevention protocols.
Maintains patient confidentiality and appropriate handling of PHI.
Demonstrates an understanding of patient rights, including those pertaining to confidentiality, informed consent and privacy.
Demonstrates adaptability, problem solving and professional behavior at all times.
Participates in continuous Quality Improvement programs.
Actively participates in hospital and departmental group meetings.
Actively participates in survey readiness activities and assures that unit is compliant with all regulatory standards.
Abides by the HMH Legal Compliance Code of Conduct.
Maintains a safe work environment and reports safety concerns appropriately.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.
LATITUDE, CONTACTS/INTERACTIONS All positions of Huntsville Memorial Hospital are part of an interdisciplinary team, and as such, participate in the care and service delivery process through effective interaction with other team members. Primarily interacts with hospital staff, medical staff, patients, and visitors
Requirements
Education: Graduate of a school of professional nursing, BSN preferred.
Experience: Three years of clinical experience in cardiac care, ICU, ER or related specialty preferred.
Licensure/Certification: Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Texas, or immediately eligible. RCIS preferred. Basic Life Support certification required within 30 days of employment, before patient care is administered independently. Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification within 90 days of employment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Frequent: standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling & reaching.
Occasional: sitting, bending, squatting, climbing kneeling, twisting.
Visual and hearing acuity, manual dexterity required; Color vision required for perceiving changes in patients' skin color and colors of medicines and solutions. Work is mostly inside, with good ventilation and comfortable temperature.
Possible exposure to: toxic/caustic chemicals or detergents, moving mechanical parts, potential electric shock, radiant energy, communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens.
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
Wellness Resources
$65k-86k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Registered Nurse - ER (Nights)
Huntsville Memorial Hospital 3.8
Huntsville, TX jobs
Under general supervision of the Charge Nurse, the Staff RN provides professional nursing skills utilizing the nursing process in the delivery of patient care. Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the care for assigned patients. Serves as a patient advocate within the health care system. Responsible for performing patient care requiring specialized training and skill. Acquires and maintains knowledge and skill required to perform patient care in a specialty service/area. Accountable for assuring the safety, comfort, care, and treatment of patients according to legal, ethical, professional and institutional standards. Participates in the hospital's Quality Improvement and Service Excellence programs. Demonstrates understanding of the philosophy and objectives, and adheres to policies and procedures of the department and organization.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Every effort has been made to make this job description as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties the incumbent will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is a logical assignment to the position.
Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, provide, document and evaluate care.
Assessment: Conducts an ongoing and systematic collection of data, guided by the application of knowledge of physiological and psychological principles and experience, and uses the data to establish a nursing diagnosis and predict outcomes.
Nursing Diagnosis and Outcome Identification: Coordinates and analyzes the assessment data in determining diagnoses and establishes patient goals based on nursing diagnosis.
Coordinates and plans delivery of nursing care with a multidisciplinary team and administers appropriate clinical decisions in the delivery of patient care. Collaborates with the entire healthcare team to develop a plan of care that prescribes interventions to attain expected outcomes.
Delivers appropriate care to patients, at a competent level, according to the needs of the patient and population served. Implements the interventions identified in the Plan of Care.
Evaluates the patient's progress toward attainment of outcomes. Effectively communicates with physicians and other team members.
Provides patient/family teaching based on the needs of each patient and plans ways to meet those needs.
Administers and reconciles medications appropriately.
Adheres to infection prevention protocols.
Demonstrates an understanding of patient rights, including those pertaining to confidentiality, informed consent and privacy.
Demonstrates adaptability, problem-solving and professional behavior at all times.
Participates in a systemic, interdisciplinary, and ongoing evaluation of programs, process improvement, and desired client-centered outcomes.
Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education, competence validation; supports department-based goals which contributed to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
Actively participates in survey readiness activities and assures that department is compliant with all regulatory standards.
Abides by the HMH Legal Compliance Code of Conduct.
Maintains patient confidentiality and appropriate handling of PHI.
Maintains a safe work environment and reports safety concerns appropriately.
Performs all other related duties as assigned
LATITUDE, CONTACTS/INTERACTIONS
All positions of Huntsville Memorial Hospital are part of an interdisciplinary team, and as such, participate in the care and service delivery process through effective interaction with other team members. Primarily interacts with hospital staff, medical staff, patients, and visitors. Supervises LVNs, Techs, Scribes, Unit Clerks and other non-licensed personnel. Reports to Charge Nurse, Physician or Extender, Director of Emergency.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Graduate of a school of professional nursing required.
Experience: None required; one year of Med/Surg experience preferred.
Licensure/Certification: Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Texas, or immediately eligible. Basic Life Support certification and Advanced Cardiac Life Support required prior to working first shift in Emergency Department. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (or ENPC) certifications required within 6 months of employment. TNCC required within 18 months of employment
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Frequent: standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling & reaching.
Occasional: sitting, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, & twisting.
Visual and hearing acuity required; Color vision required for perceiving changes in patients' skin color and colors of medicines and solutions. Work is mostly inside, with good ventilation and comfortable temperature.
Possible exposure to: toxic/caustic chemicals or detergents, moving mechanical parts, potential electric shock, radiant energy, communicable diseases, blood-borne pathogens.
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
Wellness Resources
$65k-86k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
RN- Cath Lab
Huntsville Memorial Hospital 3.8
Huntsville, TX jobs
Under general supervision of the Director, the Heart and Vascular RN assists the physicians in performing Cath Lab procedures. Provides professional nursing skills utilizing the nursing process in the delivery of patient care. Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the care for assigned patients. Serves as a patient advocate within the health care system. Responsible for performing patient care requiring specialized training and skill. Acquires and maintains knowledge and skill required to perform patient care in a specialty service/area. Accountable for assuring the safety, comfort, care, and treatment of patients according to legal, ethical, professional and institutional standards. Participates in the hospital's Quality Improvement and Service Excellence programs. Demonstrates understanding of the philosophy and objectives, and adheres to policies and procedures of the department and organization.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Every effort has been made to make this job description as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties the incumbent will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is a logical assignment to the position.
Delivers appropriate care to patients, at a competent level, according to the needs of the patient/population served.
Coordinates and plans delivery of nursing care with a multidisciplinary team and administers appropriate clinical decisions in the delivery of patient care.
Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, provide, document and evaluate care.
Effectively communicates with physicians and other team members.
Provides patient/family teaching based on the needs of each patient and plans ways to meet those needs.
Administers and reconciles medications appropriately.
Adheres to infection prevention protocols.
Maintains patient confidentiality and appropriate handling of PHI.
Demonstrates an understanding of patient rights, including those pertaining to confidentiality, informed consent and privacy.
Demonstrates adaptability, problem solving and professional behavior at all times.
Participates in continuous Quality Improvement programs.
Actively participates in hospital and departmental group meetings.
Actively participates in survey readiness activities and assures that unit is compliant with all regulatory standards.
Abides by the HMH Legal Compliance Code of Conduct.
Maintains a safe work environment and reports safety concerns appropriately.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.
LATITUDE, CONTACTS/INTERACTIONS All positions of Huntsville Memorial Hospital are part of an interdisciplinary team, and as such, participate in the care and service delivery process through effective interaction with other team members. Primarily interacts with hospital staff, medical staff, patients, and visitors
Requirements
Education: Graduate of a school of professional nursing, BSN preferred.
Experience: Three years of clinical experience in cardiac care, ICU, ER or related specialty preferred.
Licensure/Certification: Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Texas, or immediately eligible. RCIS preferred. Basic Life Support certification required within 30 days of employment, before patient care is administered independently. Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification within 90 days of employment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Frequent: standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling & reaching.
Occasional: sitting, bending, squatting, climbing kneeling, twisting.
Visual and hearing acuity, manual dexterity required; Color vision required for perceiving changes in patients' skin color and colors of medicines and solutions. Work is mostly inside, with good ventilation and comfortable temperature.
Possible exposure to: toxic/caustic chemicals or detergents, moving mechanical parts, potential electric shock, radiant energy, communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens.
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
Wellness Resources
$65k-86k yearly est. 25d ago
OR Circulator- RN
Huntsville Memorial Hospital 3.8
Huntsville, TX jobs
Under general supervision of the Director & the OR Clinical Coordinator, the Perioperative Staff RN uses the nursing process, collaborates with the physician and healthcare team in the delivery of care to patients who are preparing for, have had a surgical or other invasive procedure. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient populations served, as well as the principles of growth and development as it relates to the different life cycles.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Every effort has been made to make this job description as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties the incumbent will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is a logical assignment to the position.
Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, provide, document and evaluate care.
Assessment: Conducts an ongoing and systematic collection of data, guided by the application of knowledge of physiological and psychological principles and experience, and uses the data to establish a nursing diagnosis and predict outcomes.
Nursing Diagnosis and Outcome Identification: Coordinates and analyzes the assessment data in determining diagnoses and establishes patient goals based on nursing diagnosis.
Coordinates and plans delivery of nursing care with a multidisciplinary team and administers appropriate clinical decisions in the delivery of patient care. Collaborates with the entire healthcare team to develop a plan of care that prescribes interventions to attain expected outcomes.
Delivers appropriate care to patients, at a competent level, according to the needs of the patient and population served. Implements the interventions identified in the Plan of Care.
Evaluates the patient's progress toward attainment of outcomes. Effectively communicates with physicians and other team members.
Provides patient/family teaching based on the needs of each patient and plans ways to meet those needs.
Administers and reconciles medications appropriately.
Adheres to infection prevention protocols.
Demonstrates an understanding of patient rights, including those pertaining to confidentiality, informed consent and privacy.
Demonstrates adaptability, problem solving and professional behavior at all times.
Participates in a systemic, interdisciplinary, and ongoing evaluation of programs, process improvement, and desired client-centered outcomes.
Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education, competence validation; supports department-based goals which contributed to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
Maintains patient confidentiality and appropriate handling of PHI.
Actively participates in survey readiness activities and assures that department is compliant with all regulatory standards.
Abides by the HMH Legal Compliance Code of Conduct.
Maintains a safe work environment and reports safety concerns appropriately.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.
LATITUDE, CONTACTS/INTERACTIONS
All positions of Huntsville Memorial Hospital are part of an interdisciplinary team, and as such, participate in the care and service delivery process through effective interaction with other team members. Primarily interacts with hospital staff, medical staff, patients, and visitors.
Requirements
Education: Graduate of a school of professional nursing.
Experience: One year of recent perioperative nursing experience required.
License/Certification: Current Texas licensure as a Registered Nurse required. Basic Life Support certification required within 30 days of employment, before patient care is administered independently. CNOR certification preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Frequent: standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling & reaching.
Occasional: sitting, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, & twisting.
Visual and hearing acuity required; Color vision required for perceiving changes in patients' skin color and colors of medicines and solutions. Work is mostly inside, with good ventilation and comfortable temperature. Must have reliable transportation and means of communication for on-call demands.
Possible exposure to: toxic/caustic chemicals or detergents, moving mechanical parts, potential electric shock, radiant energy, communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens.
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
Wellness Resources
$65k-86k yearly est. 26d ago
Charge Nurse - Medical Unit (Nights)
Huntsville Memorial Hospital 3.8
Huntsville, TX jobs
Under general supervision of the Nurse Manager, the Charge Nurse provides professional nursing skills utilizing the nursing process in the delivery of patient care. Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the care for assigned patients. Serves as a patient advocate within the health care system. Responsible for performing patient care requiring specialized training and skill. Acquires and maintains knowledge and skill required to perform patient care in a specialty service/area. Accountable for assuring the safety, comfort, care, and treatment of patients according to legal, ethical, professional and institutional standards. Participates in the hospital's Quality Improvement and Service Excellence programs. Demonstrates understanding of the philosophy and objectives, and adheres to policies and procedures of the department and organization. Acts as unit shift supervisor to ensure safe effective patient care and adherence to all Joint Commission standards.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Every effort has been made to make this job description as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties the incumbent will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is a logical assignment to the position.
Completes daily assignment sheets and updates patient assignments on white board as soon as assignments are made. Rounds on patients.
Monitors patient care activities by the staff and ensuring completion- (i.e. baths, turning). Ensures all staff members follow policy and procedure, assist with the flow of the unit including admissions and discharges, encourages staff members to work as a team, reports all concerns or disciplinary issues to manager or director.
Troubleshoots problems that arise on the unit and informs management of potential problems.
Provides shift report to oncoming charge nurse. Ensures change of shift rounds are done together.
Delivers appropriate care to patients, at a competent level, according to the needs of the patient and population served. Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, provide, document and evaluate care.
Coordinates the planning for delivery of nursing care with a multidisciplinary team and administers appropriate clinical decisions in the delivery of patient care.
Collaborates and directs healthcare team in attainment of positive outcomes based on data, research, evidence and professional standards of care. Meets treatment goals; develops/implements discharge/ transfer plans; evaluates the quality of patient care and contributes to the revision of standards of care.
Ensures safe care to patients adhering to policies/procedures/standards of care, within budgetary specifications, including time/supply management and accuracy of practice.
Adheres to Hospital Policy on the assessment, ordering, application, consent, and monitoring of the patient when restraints are employed.
Performs patient care and infection control audits as assigned, including weekly hand Hygiene audit, daily Central Line audit and ensures no narcotic discrepancies need to be resolved each shift.
Demonstrates an understanding of patient rights, including those pertaining to confidentiality, informed consent and privacy.
Demonstrates adaptability, problem solving and professional behavior at all times.
Participates in a systemic, interdisciplinary, and ongoing evaluation of programs, process improvement, and desired client-centered outcomes.
Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education, competence validation; supports department-based goals which contributed to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
Actively participates in survey readiness activities and assures the unit is compliant with all regulatory standards.
Abides by the HMH Legal Compliance Code of Conduct.
Maintains patient confidentiality and appropriate handling of PHI.
Maintains a safe work environment and reports safety concerns appropriately.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.
LATITUDE, CONTACTS/INTERACTIONS
All positions of Huntsville Memorial Hospital are part of an interdisciplinary team, and as such, participate in the care and service delivery process through effective interaction with other team members. Primarily interacts with hospital staff, medical staff, patients, and visitors.
Requirements
Education: Graduate of a school of professional nursing.
Experience: Three years of nursing experience preferred.
Licensure/Certification: Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Texas, or immediately eligible. Basic Life Support certification required within 30 days of employment, before patient care is administered independently. Advanced Cardiac Life Support required within 90 days of employment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Frequent: standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling & reaching.
Occasional: sitting, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, & twisting.
Visual and hearing acuity required; Color vision required for perceiving changes in patients' skin color and colors of medicines and solutions. Work is mostly inside, with good ventilation and comfortable temperature.
Possible exposure to: toxic/caustic chemicals or detergents, moving mechanical parts, potential electric shock, radiant energy, communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens.
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
Wellness Resources
$61k-84k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
RN - Cvor
Denton Regional Medical Ctr 4.6
Nurse extern job at Denton Regional Medical Center (subsidiary Hospital Of Hca)
GetMed Staffing is searching for a strong CVOR RN to assist our traveler-friendly client. A minimum of 1-2 years of experience is required.
Traveling with GetMed Staffing offers the unique opportunity to gain diverse experiences, both personally and professionally. Gain experience that matters.
$64k-85k yearly est. 17d ago
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