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At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team. Job Summary Bring your commitment to excellence to Memorial Hermann, where your contributions are appreciated & your voice matters. • From a Level 1 trauma center to the #2 rehabilitation hospital in the country, to our partnership with the Houston Rockets, you can practice with top professionals., • Generous PTO including personal days & a spiritual holiday. Advanced Practice Provider - Heart Failure Transplant ICU (9 Sarofim) *Can be a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant *FT/Nights *Rotating weekends & holidays; No call *AGACNP or PA required *2-3 years of RN, PA or NP Critical Care experience & experience with heart failure population required *New NPs or PAs MUST have 2-3 years of RN experience with Critical Care ICU, *Patient population includes VV/VA ECMO, Mechanical Circulatory Support, Heart Transplant, Lung Transplant, LVAD, Post-op Cardiac Surgery *Will train on devices *8% geographical differential for the medical center Position responsible for providing comprehensive patient care by systemic assessment, diagnosis, treatment, management, and in-hospital follow up, affecting direct patient care through the disease process according to the Texas Nurse Practice Act and Memorial Hermann Health System Standards of Care. Minimum Qualifications Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Education: Graduate of Nurse Practitioner Program approved by the State of Texas or graduate of an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Program approved by the State of Texas if area of intended practice is Trauma. Master of Nursing preferred. Licenses/Certifications: • Current State of Texas license to practice professional nursing, • Certification by the American Nurse Credentialing Center or National Certification Center in area of specialty or the American Association of Nurse Practitioners or the American Certification of Critical Care Nurses (AACN) Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification, • Certified in Basic Life Support; current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), • Certified in ATLS (Advanced Trauma Life Support) if area of practice is Trauma within 6 months of hire date Physician Associate Education: Graduate of a nationally accredited Physician Assistant program; Master's degree strongly preferred Licenses/Certifications: • Certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, Inc., • Licensed by the Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners, • Eligibility for DEA licensure, • Basic Cardiac Life Certification or Advanced Cardiac Life Certification Experience/ Knowledge/ Skills: • Two (2) years clinical nursing experience in area of intended practice, • Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by integrating our culture in all internal and external customer interactions; delivers on our brand promise of “we advance health” through innovation, accountability, empowerment, collaboration, compassion and results while ensuring one Memorial Hermann. Principal Accountabilities • Provides assessment, triage, and therapeutic management of patient/family needs throughout the disease process as an integral part of an interdisciplinary team, according to the age/needs of the patient/population served; acts under the authority and supervision of the attending physician in accordance with regulations, hospital policy, protocols, guidelines and clinical pathways., • Obtains medical histories; performs physical examinations; reviews/orders diagnostic tests and radiographic results; formulates and manages patient treatment plan and outcomes., • Provides interventions including, but not limited to, arterial line placement, central line placement (internal jugular or femoral lines), pulmonary artery catheter placement, lumbar puncture, intubations, chest tube removal, and thoracentesis; makes rounds with the interdisciplinary teams., • Collaborates in the development and evaluation of patient care., • Updates clinical guidelines/protocols/ pathways; works autonomously and accepts accountability for outcomes; signs orders in accordance with institution and state board requirements; collaborates in research and teaching projects and applies research to practice., • Uses interpersonal and verbal communication skills to educate patient/family on care and resources; participates in process improvement and multidisciplinary clinical outcome improvement activities utilizing advanced nursing expertise., • Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service., • Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff., • Other duties as assigned.

$10,000 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates In this role, you will have the ability to achieve work life balance. Flexible scheduling is offered where providers can flex their time between 8am-8pm over the 7-day work week. No on-call, no weekends and no holidays required. Optum Home & Community Care, part of the Optum family of businesses, is creating something new in health care. We are uniting industry-leading solutions to build an integrated care model that holistically addresses an individual's physical, mental and social needs - helping patients access and navigate care anytime and anywhere. As a team member of our Optum HouseCalls team, together in an interdisciplinary care environment, we help patients navigate the health care system and connect them to key support services. This preventive care can help patients stay well at home. We're connecting care to create a seamless health journey for patients across settings. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. HouseCalls is an innovative, performance-driven program that brings care directly to members' homes. As a HouseCalls Advanced Practice Clinician (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant), you will conduct annual in-home health assessments for Medicare Advantage and other plan members. This is a non-prescribing, field-based role focused on improving health outcomes through education, gap closure, and collaboration with primary care providers (PCP). Primary Responsibilities: • Conduct comprehensive in-home assessments, including:, • Past medical history review, medication reconciliation, vital signs, and physical exam, • Evidence-based screenings and point-of-care testing (as appropriate), • Identify and document diagnoses for care management and treatment planning, • Communicate findings to members' PCPs to address gaps in care, • Recognize urgent/emergent situations and intervene appropriately, • Educate members on disease processes, medications, and compliance, • Address social determinants of health and provide referrals as needed You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. Required Qualifications: • Active ANCC or AANP certification in Family, Adult, Geriatric, or Adult-Gerontology Primary Care, • Active, unrestricted licensure in Texas (or ability to obtain by start date) without current disciplinary actions or practice limitations, • Active and unrestricted driver's license, • In addition to a driver's license, access to reliable transportation to complete home visits, • Ability to navigate varied home environments; ability to sit/stand/kneel as needed to perform assessments, • If you're working in a state that allows NPs/PAs to practice independently (without Collaborative Agreement), you must get approval from your licensing board-if required. New hires who are eligible but haven't applied yet must do so within 1 month of starting. If you're not eligible at the time of hire, you must begin working toward eligibility within 1 month and apply for approval within 3 months of becoming eligible Preferred Qualifications: • 1+ years of clinical experience (family, geriatric, or home health preferred), • Proficiency with electronic medical records and technology, • Ability to transport equipment weighing up to 30 pounds and navigate stairs as part of home visits, • Proven communication skills with geriatric or Medicare populations Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $109,500 - $164,000. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission. OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team. Job Summary Welcoming both patients and their loved ones into the healing process is our philosophy of patient- and family-centered care. The present facility opened in 1986, though the hospital’s history of service to the community dates back to 1963. Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital has upheld its commitment to bringing you the best in health care, providing high-quality care with the latest technology, close to home. Clinical oversight of the following areas: PreOp/PACU/Pre-Admit Testing M-F (Variable Hours) Total FTEs: 32-35 Total Number of PACU Beds: 24 Total Number of Pre/Op and Phase II bays: 22 (Supports 16 Operating Rooms) Previous formal leadership experience in Perioperative Services (PACU, PreOp/ Pre-Admit Testing) is highly preferred. Position responsible for providing leadership to the department – overseeing the daily operations – managing and developing departmental staff, collaborating with the interdisciplinary team in the delivery of patient care, utilizing the nursing process, ensuring the delivery of quality care to patients. Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor of Nursing degree from an accredited school of professional nursing required or documented degree plan and timeframe to complete Bachelor of Nursing; For clinical manager positions in Magnet-designated hospitals or hospitals in pursuit of Magnet designation, a minimum of a Bachelors of Nursing is required at the time of hire or promotion Licenses/Certifications: Current State of Texas license or temporary/compact license to practice professional nursing Certified in Basic Life Support Professional certification in clinical area or management preferred Additional certifications may be required based on discipline and/or nursing unit requirements Experience / Knowledge / Skills: Three or more (3+) years experience in clinical area of practice and minimum one (1) year experience in a supervisory or management role Clinical Manager II: Additional two (2) years experience (3 years total) in supervisory or management job Principal Accountabilities Manages the daily operations of a patient care department, including forecasting and ensuring adequate staffing, taking departmental call; planning for continuity of care, serving in charge nurse role and providing direct patient care as needed. Collaborates with physicians, management team members, business partners, and customers to address strategic initiatives and organizational goals. Participates in a systemic, interdisciplinary, and ongoing evaluation of programs, process improvement, desired client-centered outcomes, and organizational outcomes. Considers the diverse needs of each patient through the entire continuum of care, providing and ensuring the highest level of service according to established service standards, optimizing the patient experience. Ensures adequate scheduling and staffing; recruits, retains, and develops staff; provides performance feedback, addressing issues as necessary, and provides input into staff performance reviews in a timely effective manner. Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service. Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff. Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues. Other duties as assigned.

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team. Job Summary This position performs Computed Tomography (CT) scans to create cross-sectional images of tissues and internal organs, to be used by physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Inpatient opportunities Minimum Qualifications Education: Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology Licenses/Certifications: Certified in Basic or Advanced Life Support, required. Current license or temporary license by the Texas Medical Board (MRT), required; and Registered CT Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-CT) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB(CT)) in computed tomography or One of the following along with documented training on the provision of diagnostic CT exams: Registered Radiology Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-R) or Registered Nuclear Medicine Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-N) or Certified by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB). Experience / Knowledge / Skills: • Minimum of one year of experience as a Computed Tomography Technologist or two years of experience as a Radiological Technologist with CT education or experience, preferred. Ability to lift and/or maneuver patients in conjunction with others in order to perform job functions. Principal Accountabilities Performs CT scans on patients: Prepares patients for CT scan, explains procedure, administers contrast when necessary, positions patients for the CT scan, selects appropriate imaging techniques, and ensures technical quality of the scan. Enters and monitors patient data. Performs quality assurance on CT equipment. May assist with initial and renewal application for ACR and other accreditation. • May assist with initial and renewal application for ACR and other accreditation. Identifies and reports any accidents, complaints or equipment malfunction to department management. Takes emergency call within the department. May be required to work weekends and float to other locations as needed. Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service. Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff. Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues. Other duties as assigned. Employee Signature: Date:_ Manager Signature: Date: Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development as it relates to the different life cycles. Specific age groups that are served by this position are circled: | Neonate | Infant | Pediatric | Adolescent | Adult | Adult/Geriatric |

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team. Job Summary Special Procedures Tech, Cath Lab (Part Time) Takes radiologic films of the body requiring specialized or complicated procedures to assist in the diagnosis of diseases and injuries. Acts as an assistant to the physician during invasive radiological procedures. Minimum Qualifications Education: Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology. Licenses/Certifications: Certified in Basic or Advanced Life Support. Current license or temporary license by the Texas Medical Board (MRT), required. Registered Radiology Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-R). Experience / Knowledge / Skills: Ability to lift and/or maneuver patients in conjunction with others in order to perform job functions. Principal Accountabilities Performs special/invasive radiology procedures on patients ensuring compliance with all radiation safety procedures: prepares patients for exam, explains procedure, administers contrast when necessary, positions patients for the exam, selects appropriate imaging techniques, and ensures technical quality of the images. Enters and monitors patient data. Performs quality assurance on radiology equipment. May assist with initial and renewal application for ACR and other accreditation. Identifies and reports any accidents, complaints or equipment malfunction to department management. Takes emergency call within the department. Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service. Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff. Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues. Other duties as assigned.

At Houston Methodist, the Charge Nurse position is a licensed professional Registered Nurse (RN) who, as an experienced clinician, functions at the Competent to Proficient stage of Benner's model of clinical practice. This position creates an environment for the management and delivery of safe patient care. In addition to fulfilling the duties and responsibilities of a clinical nurse, the Charge Nurse position is a role model and coach to department personnel and assists in developing their skills and knowledge. This position provides nursing care to a diverse patient population. Besides conducting nursing assessments, assisting with exams and treatment and maintenance of medical records, this position assists in coaching and mentoring department staff in areas of clinical and professional practice. Role modeling compassionate communication with physicians and the interprofessional health care team, the Charge Nurse assumes leadership responsibilities with high-level contributions at the bedside, unit, service line, and across the institution. Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to leading unit and shared governance activities, assessing unit needs related to practice and improvement opportunities, serving as a clinical resource for both unit and hospital staff and coordinating unit and hospital-wide education in partnership with management. FLSA STATUS Non-exempt QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section EXPERIENCE • Twenty four months of clinical nursing experience with demonstration of progressive leadership skills LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association within 4 months and, • NIHSTROKE - National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Certification (AHA) - American Heart Association within 4 months Preferred, • Magnet - ANCC Recognized Certification, • NVCRISIS - Nonviolent Crisis Intervention or Instructor (CPI) KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations, • 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, • 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, • Strong assessment, organizational and problem solving skills as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components, • Ability to function independently and exercise judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional healthcare team and patients and their families, • Uses critical thinking skills and clinical judgment to work autonomously as defined by the Nurse Practice Act, • Demonstrates proficient time management skills, • Demonstrates highly developed assessment skills; contributes to policies, procedure and protocols, • Has knowledge of Nursing Unit’s Dashboard and Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) scores, • Demonstrates expertise in operating the electronic medical record, • Maintains level of professional contributions as defined in Clinical Career Path program guide ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Fosters staff engagement by demonstrating active listening, requesting and acknowledging feedback, making equitable decisions, providing rationale when appropriate, and supporting organizational goals. Anticipates the needs of the staff members and proactively offers assistance. Role models inter-professional communication, which includes active listening and teaching, and assists with staff stress management as needed. Improves departmental scores for turnover/retention on unit-based scorecard., • Role models fair and consistent leadership skills for effective team dynamics and team building strategies through problem solving, coaching, and developing staff. Coaches staff to use efficient and effective communication to establish and maintain a team environment, and to include the patient and family as a part of the team regarding their plan of care. Provides input into staff performance reviews, as appropriate., • Functions as a mentor and resource to unit staff, provides oversight for students/new employee/preceptorships. Identifies levels of organizational conflict and applies tools to effectively resolve concerns, complaints or conflict with patients, families, physicians and other inter-professional healthcare team members. SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Leads the patient and family-centered care standards, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document. Mentors others regarding specialty populations; audits plan of care. Practices in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity and inclusion principles., • Maintains ongoing interactions with patients, families, and staff on the improvement of patient care through leader rounding. Ensures effective collaboration with other departments regarding patient process issues., • Drives department service standards and activities to improve department score for patient satisfaction on unit-based scorecard, through role modeling and fostering accountability. QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Models the standards of care related to the nursing process, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document, by actively participating in meeting and improving nurse sensitive quality indicators and patient safety goals. Participates in the creation of a continuous improvement environment by promoting situational awareness, assisting with audits as needed, and using teachable moments., • Coordinates nursing care throughout the shift considering patient acuity, staff skill level and safety to ensure that our duty to our patients can be met. Models the standards related to regulatory requirements and professional practice as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document., • Facilitates seamless patient flow to/from/through the department, leading the delivery of quality family-centered care throughout the continuum of care. Ensures the patient plan of care is accurate and timely, coaching staff if documentation deficiencies are identified. Works closely with the OAs and bed management regarding timely patient placement. Proactively recognizes, determines a plan of action, and responds to situations, such as Rapid Response/CERTs, and emergency codes., • Participates in initiatives to improve quality and safety scores on the unit and hospital scorecards, through peer-to-peer accountability, reporting near misses and identifying solutions by collaborating with the interprofessional team. Role models situational awareness, using teachable moments to improve safety. Assists with audits as needed. FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Implements department strategies to achieve financial target on unit-based scorecard and mentors others to do the same through timely documentation of care, decreasing length of stay, optimizing efficiency, minimizing incidental overtime, and other areas according to departmental specifications., • Attends daily care coordination rounds to facilitate patient progression. Ensures that follow-up has been implemented on any concerns or issues identified by the team. Manages productivity in accordance with staffing grid., • Provides input into unit resource utilization including unit capital and operational budget needs. Oversees shift by shift resource utilization through the allocation of staff, supplies and contributions to the patient throughput. GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Fosters identification and implementation of innovative solutions for practice changes to improve patient care or unit operations such as reduction of hospital readmissions or other department-specific measures by leading and/or participating in unit projects and shared governance activities. Investigates and incorporates evidence-based practices which are presented to shared governance and leadership. Supports change initiatives and adapts to unexpected changes., • Expands individual nursing knowledge and coaches staff to grow in knowledge, abilities, skills, and attitudes. Serves as clinical resource. Develops and disseminates, as appropriate, informational/educational resources and programs designed to improve quality and professional practice. SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE • Uniform: Yes, • Scrubs: Yes, • Business professional: No, • Other (department approved): No ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. • On Call* Yes TRAVEL** Travel specifications may vary by department • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes, • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section EXPERIENCE • Twenty four months of clinical nursing experience with demonstration of progressive leadership skills LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association within 4 months and, • NIHSTROKE - National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Certification (AHA) - American Heart Association within 4 months Preferred, • Magnet - ANCC Recognized Certification, • NVCRISIS - Nonviolent Crisis Intervention or Instructor (CPI) Company Profile: Houston Methodist Continuing Care Hospital is a long-term acute care hospital that proudly serves the Greater Houston area, focused on the needs of patients requiring extended hospitalization. Located in Katy, west of the Texas Medical Center, Houston Methodist Continuing Care is committed to providing patients with the Houston Methodist standard of unparalleled quality and safety, focusing on the patient and family. The facility offers both inpatient and outpatient services, including hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis, infectious disease management, intensive care, pain management, postsurgical complication management, pulmonary care management, trauma and neurological injury management, and outpatient rehabilitation therapies. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At Houston Methodist, the Charge Nurse position is a licensed professional Registered Nurse (RN) who, as an experienced clinician, functions at the Competent to Proficient stage of Benner's model of clinical practice. This position creates an environment for the management and delivery of safe patient care. In addition to fulfilling the duties and responsibilities of a clinical nurse, the Charge Nurse position is a role model and coach to department personnel and assists in developing their skills and knowledge. This position provides nursing care to a diverse patient population. Besides conducting nursing assessments, assisting with exams and treatment and maintenance of medical records, this position assists in coaching and mentoring department staff in areas of clinical and professional practice. Role modeling compassionate communication with physicians and the interprofessional health care team, the Charge Nurse assumes leadership responsibilities with high-level contributions at the bedside, unit, service line, and across the institution. Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to leading unit and shared governance activities, assessing unit needs related to practice and improvement opportunities, serving as a clinical resource for both unit and hospital staff and coordinating unit and hospital-wide education in partnership with management. FLSA STATUS Non-exempt QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section EXPERIENCE • Twenty four months of clinical nursing experience with demonstration of progressive leadership skills LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association within 4 months and, • NIHSTROKE - National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Certification (AHA) - American Heart Association within 4 months Preferred, • Magnet - ANCC Recognized Certification, • NVCRISIS - Nonviolent Crisis Intervention or Instructor (CPI) KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations, • 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, • 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, • Strong assessment, organizational and problem solving skills as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components, • Ability to function independently and exercise judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional healthcare team and patients and their families, • Uses critical thinking skills and clinical judgment to work autonomously as defined by the Nurse Practice Act, • Demonstrates proficient time management skills, • Demonstrates highly developed assessment skills; contributes to policies, procedure and protocols, • Has knowledge of Nursing Unit’s Dashboard and Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) scores, • Demonstrates expertise in operating the electronic medical record, • Maintains level of professional contributions as defined in Clinical Career Path program guide ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Fosters staff engagement by demonstrating active listening, requesting and acknowledging feedback, making equitable decisions, providing rationale when appropriate, and supporting organizational goals. Anticipates the needs of the staff members and proactively offers assistance. Role models inter-professional communication, which includes active listening and teaching, and assists with staff stress management as needed. Improves departmental scores for turnover/retention on unit-based scorecard., • Role models fair and consistent leadership skills for effective team dynamics and team building strategies through problem solving, coaching, and developing staff. Coaches staff to use efficient and effective communication to establish and maintain a team environment, and to include the patient and family as a part of the team regarding their plan of care. Provides input into staff performance reviews, as appropriate., • Functions as a mentor and resource to unit staff, provides oversight for students/new employee/preceptorships. Identifies levels of organizational conflict and applies tools to effectively resolve concerns, complaints or conflict with patients, families, physicians and other inter-professional healthcare team members. SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Leads the patient and family-centered care standards, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document. Mentors others regarding specialty populations; audits plan of care. Practices in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity and inclusion principles., • Maintains ongoing interactions with patients, families, and staff on the improvement of patient care through leader rounding. Ensures effective collaboration with other departments regarding patient process issues., • Drives department service standards and activities to improve department score for patient satisfaction on unit-based scorecard, through role modeling and fostering accountability. QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Models the standards of care related to the nursing process, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document, by actively participating in meeting and improving nurse sensitive quality indicators and patient safety goals. Participates in the creation of a continuous improvement environment by promoting situational awareness, assisting with audits as needed, and using teachable moments., • Coordinates nursing care throughout the shift considering patient acuity, staff skill level and safety to ensure that our duty to our patients can be met. Models the standards related to regulatory requirements and professional practice as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document., • Facilitates seamless patient flow to/from/through the department, leading the delivery of quality family-centered care throughout the continuum of care. Ensures the patient plan of care is accurate and timely, coaching staff if documentation deficiencies are identified. Works closely with the OAs and bed management regarding timely patient placement. Proactively recognizes, determines a plan of action, and responds to situations, such as Rapid Response/CERTs, and emergency codes., • Participates in initiatives to improve quality and safety scores on the unit and hospital scorecards, through peer-to-peer accountability, reporting near misses and identifying solutions by collaborating with the interprofessional team. Role models situational awareness, using teachable moments to improve safety. Assists with audits as needed. FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Implements department strategies to achieve financial target on unit-based scorecard and mentors others to do the same through timely documentation of care, decreasing length of stay, optimizing efficiency, minimizing incidental overtime, and other areas according to departmental specifications., • Attends daily care coordination rounds to facilitate patient progression. Ensures that follow-up has been implemented on any concerns or issues identified by the team. Manages productivity in accordance with staffing grid., • Provides input into unit resource utilization including unit capital and operational budget needs. Oversees shift by shift resource utilization through the allocation of staff, supplies and contributions to the patient throughput. GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Fosters identification and implementation of innovative solutions for practice changes to improve patient care or unit operations such as reduction of hospital readmissions or other department-specific measures by leading and/or participating in unit projects and shared governance activities. Investigates and incorporates evidence-based practices which are presented to shared governance and leadership. Supports change initiatives and adapts to unexpected changes., • Expands individual nursing knowledge and coaches staff to grow in knowledge, abilities, skills, and attitudes. Serves as clinical resource. Develops and disseminates, as appropriate, informational/educational resources and programs designed to improve quality and professional practice. SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE • Uniform: Yes, • Scrubs: Yes, • Business professional: No, • Other (department approved): No ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. • On Call* Yes TRAVEL** Travel specifications may vary by department • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes, • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section EXPERIENCE • Twenty four months of clinical nursing experience with demonstration of progressive leadership skills LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association within 4 months and, • NIHSTROKE - National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Certification (AHA) - American Heart Association within 4 months Preferred, • Magnet - ANCC Recognized Certification, • NVCRISIS - Nonviolent Crisis Intervention or Instructor (CPI) Company Profile: Houston Methodist Continuing Care Hospital is a long-term acute care hospital that proudly serves the Greater Houston area, focused on the needs of patients requiring extended hospitalization. Located in Katy, west of the Texas Medical Center, Houston Methodist Continuing Care is committed to providing patients with the Houston Methodist standard of unparalleled quality and safety, focusing on the patient and family. The facility offers both inpatient and outpatient services, including hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis, infectious disease management, intensive care, pain management, postsurgical complication management, pulmonary care management, trauma and neurological injury management, and outpatient rehabilitation therapies. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Work from Home: Customer Service Representative (Healthcare) Sagility combines industry-leading technology and transformation-driven BPM services with decades of healthcare domain expertise to help clients draw closer to their members. The company optimizes the entire member/patient experience through service offerings for clinical, case management, member engagement, provider solutions, payment integrity, claims cost containment, and analytics. Sagility has more than 25,000 employees across 5 countries. Job title: Work from Home: Customer Service Representative (Healthcare) Job Description: Elevate Your Career with Sagility Sagility, a global leader in business process management, is dedicated to enhancing the member and patient experience. By combining cutting-edge technology with decades of healthcare expertise, we deliver exceptional results for our clients. Become Part of a Team That S.O.A.R,s! • S Spark Curiosity, • O One Team, One Direction, • A Action for Results, • R Right by Right Purpose We are passionate about shaping careers and are hiring Remote Customer Service Representatives for our call center team. Be the compassionate human connection that makes our service exceptional. Benefits You Will Enjoy: • Competitive pay: $11.00 to $14.00/hour (bilingual representatives: $15.00/hour)., • Performance-based incentives., • Paid training in a cutting-edge virtual training environment., • Comprehensive health coverage (available after 90 days)., • Employee wellness and engagement programs., • Career advancement opportunities: 90% of our leaders started as Customer Service Representatives. Your Role: • Handle incoming calls promptly and professionally., • Research and provide effective resolutions to customer inquiries., • Accurately document call details., • Communicate empathetically and diplomatically with clear, professional articulation., • Meet team goals for quality and customer satisfaction daily. What You Bring to the Table: • Commitment to excellence and a positive attitude., • Strong communication and interpersonal skills., • Comfort in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment., • Proficiency in navigating computer applications., • Desire to exceed customer expectations and grow professionally., • Previous healthcare experience is a plus., • At least 1 year of experience in a call center environment is required. Job Requirements: • Must be 18 years or older., • High School Diploma or equivalent., • Minimum of 1 year at a single job, preferably in customer service., • Reliable attendance, with no absences in the first 90 days., • Typing at least 25 WPM., • Hardwired internet connection with minimum speeds of 10 Mbps upload and 25 Mbps download., • Secure, private work area at home., • Flexible availability, including weekends. Additional Perks: • Daily Pay., • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage., • Life Insurance., • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options., • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)., • Employee Assistance Program., • 401(k) with employer contribution., • Paid Time Off (PTO)., • Tuition Reimbursement. Sagility is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disability. Location: Work@Home Texas (CST)United States of America

We are currently hiring for multiple positions in this role! We have full-time opportunities available across various shifts, including [day shift 7am – 7pm, night shift 7pm – 7am]. These positions are going to be at the Houston Methodist Campus in the Texas Medical Center only. By applying to this requisition, you will be considered for current and future openings that match your skills and availability. Candidates having qualifications that exceed the minimum job requirements will receive consideration for higher level roles given (1) their experience, (2) additional job requirements, and/or (3) business needs. Depending on education, experience, and skill level, a variety of job opportunities might be available, including RN II and RN III. If you’re looking for a rewarding opportunity with flexibility and a great company culture, we encourage you to apply today! At Houston Methodist, the Registered Nurse (RN) II Float Specialty Services 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 II Float 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 II Float Specialty Services 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 II Float Specialty Services 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. The RN II Float Specialty Services position will be required to float to various assigned departments. FLSA STATUS Non-exempt QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section EXPERIENCE • Two years registered nurse acute care experience in a healthcare environment LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • NIHSTROKE - National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Certification (AHA) - American Heart Association Preferred • Magnet - ANCC Recognized Certification SKILLS AND ABILITIES • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations as defined in orientation checklist and annual departmental competency checklist, • 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, • 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, • Strong assessment, organizational and problem-solving skills as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components, • Ability to function independently and exercise judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional care team and patients and their families, • Uses critical thinking skills and clinical judgment to work autonomously as defined by the Nurse Practice Act, • Demonstrates proficient time management skills, • Maintains level of professional contributions as defined in Clinical Career Path program guide, • Working knowledge of Microsoft products including Outlook ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Uses therapeutic communication, which includes active listening and teaching, to establish a relationship with patients, families and interprofessional health care team to collaborate on the plan of care., • Contributes to teamwork by awareness of overall unit acuity, consistently offering assistance, and responding positively to requests for assistance. Collaborates to foster healthy relationships in the work environment. Seeks guidance from and offers guidance to interprofessional health care team, when appropriate, and applies feedback to improve patient outcomes., • Implements staff education specific to patient populations and unit processes; coaches and mentors other staff and students. May include preceptorship. Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards improvement of department score for employee engagement. SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Follows the patient and family-centered care standards, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document. Conducts nursing assessments, assists with exams and treatment, and maintenance of medical records., • Develops, updates and communicates plan of care, including discharge, in partnership with the patient, family and interprofessional health care team, using the nursing process. Prioritizes care based on the patient’s needs, abilities and preferences. Advocates on patient/family’s behalf to identify and resolve clinical and ethical concerns, utilizing appropriate resources., • Provides patient teaching based on learning needs, uses appropriate resources, incorporating planning for care after discharge. Consistently evaluates the patient’s comprehension and adapts teaching methods accordingly., • Helps drive improvement for patient satisfaction through peer-to-peer accountability to service standards. QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Follows the standards of care related to the nursing process, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document., • Follows the standards related to regulatory requirements and professional practice as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document. Identifies areas of practice improvements with research-based evidence to achieve core measure and patient safety outcomes, supported by accurate documentation., • Provides and modifies care to complex patients and coordinates care with the interprofessional team based on evaluation of the patient’s condition, supported by accurate documentation. Utilizes clinical judgement, using an evidence-based analytical approach., • Improves quality and safety scores, through peer-to-peer accountability, reporting near misses, and collaborating with the interprofessional health care team. FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Displays self-motivation to independently manage time effectively, timely document care, minimize incidental overtime, and prioritize daily tasks. Provides input into the unit resource utilization including unit capital and operational budget needs., • Contributes towards meeting department financial targets through decreasing length of stay, optimizing efficiency and other areas according to department specifications. GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Identifies and presents areas for innovation, efficiency and improvement in patient care or unit operations using evidence-based practice literature. Offers innovative solutions through evidence-based practice/performance improvement projects and shared governance activities., • Champions new care pathways or service line implementation to improve service to the community. Identifies trends for improvement opportunities or practice changes and supports initiatives. Researches the change and presents options to shared governance and leadership. SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS • WORK ATTIRE, • Uniform: No, • Scrubs: Yes, • Business professional: No, • Other (department approved): No ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. • On Call* Yes TRAVEL** Travel specifications may vary by department • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes, • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section EXPERIENCE • Two years registered nurse acute care experience in a healthcare environment LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • NIHSTROKE - National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Certification (AHA) - American Heart Association Preferred • Magnet - ANCC Recognized Certification Company Profile: Houston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas and one of America’s “Best Hospitals.” As a full-service, acute-care hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the nation’s largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program. Two of Houston Methodist’s primary academic affiliates are among the nation’s leading health care organizations: Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University of Houston. Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At Houston Methodist, the Nurse Practitioner Acute Care (NP-AC) is responsible for functioning as a licensed registered nurse and care provider to provide all aspects of patient care, including diagnosis, treatment and consultation while maintaining and promoting the health of the patient. This position may work in both inpatient and outpatient situations and performs according to the nurse practice act of the State of Texas and as part of a treatment team. The NP-AC position role models compassionate communication with patients, physicians and the interprofessional health care team and provides education to patients about preventative care and prescribed treatments. This position may also conduct physicals, order tests and serve as a patient's healthcare provider, prescribing medications as appropriate. The NP-AC position affects direct patient care according to the Houston Methodist Professional Practice Model Nursing Practice and Professional Performance policies and procedures. FLSA STATUS Exempt QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Master’s degree or higher from an accredited school of Nursing and graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioners program EXPERIENCE • Two years of registered nurse, advanced practice or nurse practitioner clinical experience LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • APRN Acute Care state license and, • Magnet ANCC-recognized Acute-Care practitioner certification and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • AP - Prescriptive Authority - Texas Board of Nursing - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV and, • DEA - Narcotics License (DEA) - Drug Enforcement Administration_PSV within 6 months KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations, • 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, • 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, • Demonstrates highly developed assessment, clinical, documentation, leadership, and analytical skills, • Uses therapeutic communication to establish a relationship with patients, families and interprofessional team to collaborate on the plan of care, • Strong organizational and problem-solving skill as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components, • Ability to function independently and exercise judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional care team and patients and their families, • Demonstrates proficient time management skills, • Uses critical thinking skills and clinical judgment to work autonomously as defined by the Nurse Practice Act ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Demonstrates leadership as a clinical resource, interprofessional consultant, and patient advocate. Identifies staff development opportunities for professional growth of colleagues, provides coaching to meet identified goals., • Communicates organizational information and aspects of administrative and clinical practice in a respectful and positive manner when interacting with staff. Advocates for a balanced workload, promotes positive behaviors, and peer-to-peer accountability. Facilitates the promotion of teamwork., • Collaborates with the interprofessional healthcare team members to manage/coordinate patient care. Advocates on patient/family’s behalf to identify and resolve clinical and ethical concerns., • Collaborates to foster healthy relationships in the work environment. Acts as a role model and coaches staff in effective verbal, non-verbal and written communication. Serves as preceptor for Nurse Practitioner students and medical resident(s), as applicable. Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards improvement of department score for employee engagement. SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Coordinates appropriate, timely patient care under physician supervision, for a defined patient population(s), focusing on identified expected unit/optimal outcomes, individualized to the patient. Prioritizes care based on the patient’s needs, abilities, and preferences., • Coordinates patient care between healthcare providers. Attends and participates in interprofessional rounds, as appropriate., • Helps drive improvement of department score for patient satisfaction, through peer-to-peer accountability to service standards. QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Functions as a quality care provider, coordinating, maintaining, and promoting the health of the patient. Assists the interprofessional healthcare team in the development and implementation of protocols to ensure patient safety. Affects direct patient care according to the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Texas and the Houston Methodist Professional Practice Model Nursing Practice and Professional Performance., • Conducts health assessments (initial, ongoing, discharge, as appropriate). Identifies normal/abnormal health characteristics, develops plan of care, initiates appropriate interventions, and evaluates care outcomes on defined patient populations(s)., • Performs invasive, diagnostic, or therapeutic procedures necessary for defined patient population(s) based on licensure and credentialed privileges., • Provides safe and effective care by leading and initiating outcome, quality, and safety improvement activities in alignment with organizational goals. Integrates and contributes to professional practice standards, policies, procedures, protocols and leads improvements in patient safety-related processes. FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Implements department strategies to achieve financial targets and mentors others to do the same through timely documentation of care, decreasing length of stay, optimizing efficiency, and other areas according to departmental specifications., • Projects awareness and understanding of resource allocation based on patient needs and staff experience, knowledge, and skills. GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Promotes quality health care through integration of current research into practice and participation in research/evidence-based activities. Identifies opportunities for practice changes and performance improvement., • Provides education of information/knowledge in professional activities such as research, presentations, and publications. Expands individual nursing knowledge and coaches staff to grow in knowledge, abilities, skills, and attitudes. Serves as clinical resource. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an ongoing basis. SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE • Uniform: No, • Scrubs: Yes, • Business professional: Yes, • Other (department approved): Yes ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. • On Call* Yes TRAVEL** Travel specifications may vary by department • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes, • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Master’s degree or higher from an accredited school of Nursing and graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioners program EXPERIENCE • Two years of registered nurse, advanced practice or nurse practitioner clinical experience LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • APRN Acute Care state license and, • Magnet ANCC-recognized Acute-Care practitioner certification and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • AP - Prescriptive Authority - Texas Board of Nursing - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV and, • DEA - Narcotics License (DEA) - Drug Enforcement Administration_PSV within 6 months Company Profile: Houston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas and one of America’s “Best Hospitals.” As a full-service, acute-care hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the nation’s largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program. Two of Houston Methodist’s primary academic affiliates are among the nation’s leading health care organizations: Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University of Houston. Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At Houston Methodist, the Nurse Practitioner Acute Care (NP-AC) is responsible for functioning as a licensed registered nurse and care provider to provide all aspects of patient care, including diagnosis, treatment and consultation while maintaining and promoting the health of the patient. This position may work in both inpatient and outpatient situations and performs according to the nurse practice act of the State of Texas and as part of a treatment team. The NP-AC position role models compassionate communication with patients, physicians and the interprofessional health care team and provides education to patients about preventative care and prescribed treatments. This position may also conduct physicals, order tests and serve as a patient's healthcare provider, prescribing medications as appropriate. The NP-AC position affects direct patient care according to the Houston Methodist Professional Practice Model Nursing Practice and Professional Performance policies and procedures. FLSA STATUS Exempt QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Master’s degree or higher from an accredited school of Nursing and graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioners program EXPERIENCE • Two years of registered nurse, advanced practice or nurse practitioner clinical experience LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • APRN Acute Care state license and, • Magnet ANCC-recognized Acute-Care practitioner certification and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • AP - Prescriptive Authority - Texas Board of Nursing - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV and, • DEA - Narcotics License (DEA) - Drug Enforcement Administration_PSV within 6 months KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations, • 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, • 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, • Demonstrates highly developed assessment, clinical, documentation, leadership, and analytical skills, • Uses therapeutic communication to establish a relationship with patients, families and interprofessional team to collaborate on the plan of care, • Strong organizational and problem-solving skill as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components, • Ability to function independently and exercise judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional care team and patients and their families, • Demonstrates proficient time management skills, • Uses critical thinking skills and clinical judgment to work autonomously as defined by the Nurse Practice Act ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Demonstrates leadership as a clinical resource, interprofessional consultant, and patient advocate. Identifies staff development opportunities for professional growth of colleagues, provides coaching to meet identified goals., • Communicates organizational information and aspects of administrative and clinical practice in a respectful and positive manner when interacting with staff. Advocates for a balanced workload, promotes positive behaviors, and peer-to-peer accountability. Facilitates the promotion of teamwork., • Collaborates with the interprofessional healthcare team members to manage/coordinate patient care. Advocates on patient/family’s behalf to identify and resolve clinical and ethical concerns., • Collaborates to foster healthy relationships in the work environment. Acts as a role model and coaches staff in effective verbal, non-verbal and written communication. Serves as preceptor for Nurse Practitioner students and medical resident(s), as applicable. Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards improvement of department score for employee engagement. SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Coordinates appropriate, timely patient care under physician supervision, for a defined patient population(s), focusing on identified expected unit/optimal outcomes, individualized to the patient. Prioritizes care based on the patient’s needs, abilities, and preferences., • Coordinates patient care between healthcare providers. Attends and participates in interprofessional rounds, as appropriate., • Helps drive improvement of department score for patient satisfaction, through peer-to-peer accountability to service standards. QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Functions as a quality care provider, coordinating, maintaining, and promoting the health of the patient. Assists the interprofessional healthcare team in the development and implementation of protocols to ensure patient safety. Affects direct patient care according to the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Texas and the Houston Methodist Professional Practice Model Nursing Practice and Professional Performance., • Conducts health assessments (initial, ongoing, discharge, as appropriate). Identifies normal/abnormal health characteristics, develops plan of care, initiates appropriate interventions, and evaluates care outcomes on defined patient populations(s)., • Performs invasive, diagnostic, or therapeutic procedures necessary for defined patient population(s) based on licensure and credentialed privileges., • Provides safe and effective care by leading and initiating outcome, quality, and safety improvement activities in alignment with organizational goals. Integrates and contributes to professional practice standards, policies, procedures, protocols and leads improvements in patient safety-related processes. FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Implements department strategies to achieve financial targets and mentors others to do the same through timely documentation of care, decreasing length of stay, optimizing efficiency, and other areas according to departmental specifications., • Projects awareness and understanding of resource allocation based on patient needs and staff experience, knowledge, and skills. GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Promotes quality health care through integration of current research into practice and participation in research/evidence-based activities. Identifies opportunities for practice changes and performance improvement., • Provides education of information/knowledge in professional activities such as research, presentations, and publications. Expands individual nursing knowledge and coaches staff to grow in knowledge, abilities, skills, and attitudes. Serves as clinical resource. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an ongoing basis. SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE • Uniform: No, • Scrubs: Yes, • Business professional: Yes, • Other (department approved): Yes ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. • On Call* Yes TRAVEL** Travel specifications may vary by department • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes, • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Master’s degree or higher from an accredited school of Nursing and graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioners program EXPERIENCE • Two years of registered nurse, advanced practice or nurse practitioner clinical experience LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • APRN Acute Care state license and, • Magnet ANCC-recognized Acute-Care practitioner certification and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • AP - Prescriptive Authority - Texas Board of Nursing - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV and, • DEA - Narcotics License (DEA) - Drug Enforcement Administration_PSV within 6 months Company Profile: Houston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas and one of America’s “Best Hospitals.” As a full-service, acute-care hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the nation’s largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program. Two of Houston Methodist’s primary academic affiliates are among the nation’s leading health care organizations: Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University of Houston. Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At Houston Methodist, the Nurse Practitioner Acute Care (NP) AC (ACLS) position is responsible for functioning as a licensed registered nurse and care provider to provide all aspects of patient care, including diagnosis, treatment and consultation while maintaining and promoting the health of the patient. This position may work in both inpatient and outpatient situations and performs according to the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Texas and as part of a treatment team. The NP AC (ACLS) position role models compassionate communication with patients, physicians and the interprofessional health care team and provides education to patients about preventative care and prescribed treatments. This position may also conduct physicals, order tests and serve as a patient's healthcare provider, prescribing medications as appropriate. The NP AC (ACLS) position affects direct patient care according to the Houston Methodist Professional Practice Model, Nursing Practice and Professional Performance policies and procedures. FLSA STATUS Exempt QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Master’s degree or higher from an accredited school of Nursing and graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioners program EXPERIENCE • Two years of registered nurse, advanced practice or nurse practitioner clinical experience LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • APRN Acute Care state license and, • Magnet ANCC-recognized Acute-Care practitioner certification and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • AP - Prescriptive Authority - Texas Board of Nursing - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV and, • DEA - Narcotics License (DEA) - Drug Enforcement Administration_PSV within 6 months KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations, • 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, • 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, • Demonstrates highly developed assessment, clinical, documentation, leadership, and analytical skills, • Uses therapeutic communication to establish a relationship with patients, families and interprofessional team to collaborate on the plan of care, • Strong organizational and problem-solving skill as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components, • Ability to function independently and exercise judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional care team and patients and their families, • Demonstrates proficient time management skills, • Uses critical thinking skills and clinical judgment to work autonomously as defined by the Nurse Practice Act ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Demonstrates leadership as a clinical resource, interprofessional consultant, and patient advocate. Identifies staff development opportunities for professional growth of colleagues, provides coaching to meet identified goals., • Communicates organizational information and aspects of administrative and clinical practice in a respectful and positive manner when interacting with staff. Advocates for a balanced workload, promotes positive behaviors, and peer-to-peer accountability. Facilitates the promotion of teamwork., • Collaborates with the interprofessional healthcare team members to manage/coordinate patient care. Advocates on patient/family’s behalf to identify and resolve clinical and ethical concerns., • Collaborates to foster healthy relationships in the work environment. Acts as a role model and coaches staff in effective verbal, non-verbal and written communication. Serves as preceptor for Nurse Practitioner students and medical resident(s), as applicable. Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards improvement of department score for employee engagement. SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Coordinates appropriate, timely patient care under physician supervision, for a defined patient population(s), focusing on identified expected unit/optimal outcomes, individualized to the patient. Prioritizes care based on the patient’s needs, abilities, and preferences., • Coordinates patient care between healthcare providers. Attends and participates in interprofessional rounds, as appropriate., • Helps drive improvement of department score for patient satisfaction, through peer-to-peer accountability to service standards. QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Functions as a quality care provider, coordinating, maintaining, and promoting the health of the patient. Assists the interprofessional healthcare team in the development and implementation of protocols to ensure patient safety. Affects direct patient care according to the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Texas and the Houston Methodist Professional Practice Model Nursing Practice and Professional Performance., • Conducts health assessments (initial, ongoing, discharge, as appropriate). Identifies normal/abnormal health characteristics, develops plan of care, initiates appropriate interventions, and evaluates care outcomes on defined patient populations(s)., • Performs invasive, diagnostic, or therapeutic procedures necessary for defined patient population(s) based on licensure and credentialed privileges., • Provides safe and effective care by leading and initiating outcome, quality, and safety improvement activities in alignment with organizational goals. Integrates and contributes to professional practice standards, policies, procedures, protocols and leads improvements in patient safety-related processes. FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Implements department strategies to achieve financial targets and mentors others to do the same through timely documentation of care, decreasing length of stay, optimizing efficiency, and other areas according to departmental specifications., • Projects awareness and understanding of resource allocation based on patient needs and staff experience, knowledge, and skills. GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Promotes quality health care through integration of current research into practice and participation in research/evidence-based activities. Identifies opportunities for practice changes and performance improvement., • Provides education of information/knowledge in professional activities such as research, presentations, and publications. Expands individual nursing knowledge and coaches staff to grow in knowledge, abilities, skills, and attitudes. Serves as clinical resource. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an ongoing basis. SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE • Uniform: No, • Scrubs: Yes, • Business professional: Yes, • Other (department approved): Yes ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. • On Call* Yes TRAVEL** Travel specifications may vary by department • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes, • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Master’s degree or higher from an accredited school of Nursing and graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioners program EXPERIENCE • Two years of registered nurse, advanced practice or nurse practitioner clinical experience LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • APRN Acute Care state license and, • Magnet ANCC-recognized Acute-Care practitioner certification and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • AP - Prescriptive Authority - Texas Board of Nursing - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV and, • DEA - Narcotics License (DEA) - Drug Enforcement Administration_PSV within 6 months Company Profile: Houston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas and one of America’s “Best Hospitals.” As a full-service, acute-care hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the nation’s largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program. Two of Houston Methodist’s primary academic affiliates are among the nation’s leading health care organizations: Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University of Houston. Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At Houston Methodist, the Charge Nurse position is a licensed professional Registered Nurse (RN), who, as an experienced clinician, functions at the Competent to Proficient stage of Benner's model of clinical practice. This position creates an environment for the management and delivery of safe patient care. In addition to fulfilling the duties and responsibilities of a clinical nurse, the Charge Nurse position is a role model and coach to department personnel and assists in developing their skills and knowledge. This position provides nursing care to a diverse patient population. Besides conducting nursing assessments, assisting with exams and treatment and maintenance of medical records, this position assists in coaching and mentoring department staff in areas of clinical and professional practice. Role modeling compassionate communication with physicians and the interprofessional health care team, the Charge Nurse assumes leadership responsibilities with high level contributions at the bedside, unit, service line, and across the institution. Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to leading unit and shared governance activities, assessing unit needs related to practice and improvement opportunities, serving as a clinical resource for both unit and hospital staff and coordinating unit and hospital-wide education in partnership with management. FLSA STATUS Non-exempt QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section EXPERIENCE • Twenty four months of clinical nursing experience with demonstration of progressive leadership skills LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure - must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association Preferred, • Magnet - ANCC Recognized Certification, • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) SKILLS AND ABILITIES • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations, • 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, • 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, • Strong assessment, organizational and problem solving skills as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components, • Ability to function independently and exercise judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional healthcare team and patients and their families, • Uses critical thinking skills and clinical judgment to work autonomously as defined by the Nurse Practice Act, • Demonstrates proficient time management skills, • Demonstrates highly developed assessment skills; contributes to policies, procedure and protocols, • Has knowledge of Nursing Unit’s Dashboard and Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) scores, • Demonstrates expertise in operating the electronic medical record, • Maintains level of professional contributions as defined in Clinical Career Path program guide ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Fosters staff engagement by demonstrating active listening, requesting and acknowledging feedback, making equitable decisions, providing rationale when appropriate, and supporting organizational goals. Anticipates the needs of the staff members and proactively offers assistance. Role models inter-professional communication, which includes active listening and teaching, and assists with staff stress management as needed. Improves departmental scores for turnover/retention on unit-based scorecard., • Role models fair and consistent leadership skills for effective team dynamics and team building strategies through problem solving, coaching, and developing staff. Coaches staff to use efficient and effective communication to establish and maintain a team environment, and to include the patient and family as a part of the team regarding their plan of care. Provides input into staff performance reviews, as appropriate., • Functions as a mentor and resource to unit staff, provides oversight for students/new employee/preceptorships. Identifies levels of organizational conflict and applies tools to effectively resolve concerns, complaints or conflict with patients, families, physicians and other inter-professional healthcare team members. SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Leads the patient and family-centered care standards, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document. Mentors others regarding specialty populations; audits plan of care., • Maintains ongoing interactions with patients, families, and staff on the improvement of patient care through leader rounding. Ensures effective collaboration with other departments regarding patient process issues., • Drives department service standards and activities to improve department score for patient satisfaction on unit-based scorecard, through role modeling and fostering accountability. QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Models the standards of care related to the nursing process, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document, by actively participating in meeting and improving nurse sensitive quality indicators and patient safety goals. Participates in the creation of a continuous improvement environment by promoting situational awareness, assisting with audits as needed, and using teachable moments., • Coordinates nursing care throughout the shift considering patient acuity, staff skill level and safety to ensure that our duty to our patients can be met. Models the standards related to regulatory requirements and professional practice as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document., • Facilitates seamless patient flow to/from/through the department, leading the delivery of quality family-centered care throughout the continuum of care. Ensures the patient plan of care is accurate and timely, coaching staff if documentation deficiencies are identified. Works closely with the OAs and bed management regarding timely patient placement. Proactively recognizes, determines a plan of action, and responds to situations, such as Rapid Response/CERTs, and emergency codes., • Participates in initiatives to improve quality and safety scores on the unit and hospital scorecards, through peer-to-peer accountability, reporting near misses and identifying solutions by collaborating with the interprofessional team. Role models situational awareness, using teachable moments to improve safety. Assists with audits as needed. FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Implements department strategies to achieve financial target on unit-based scorecard and mentors others to do the same through timely documentation of care, decreasing length of stay, optimizing efficiency, minimizing incidental overtime, and other areas according to departmental specifications., • Attends daily care coordination rounds to facilitate patient progression. Ensures that follow-up has been implemented on any concerns or issues identified by the team. Manages productivity in accordance with staffing grid., • Provides input into unit resource utilization including unit capital and operational budget needs. Oversees shift by shift resource utilization through the allocation of staff, supplies and contributions to the patient throughput. GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Fosters identification and implementation of innovative solutions for practice changes to improve patient care or unit operations such as reduction of hospital readmissions or other department-specific measures by leading and/or participating in unit projects and shared governance activities. Investigates and incorporates evidence-based practices which are presented to shared governance and leadership. Supports change initiatives and adapts to unexpected changes., • Expands individual nursing knowledge and coaches staff to grow in knowledge, abilities, skills, and attitudes. Serves as clinical resource. Develops and disseminates, as appropriate, informational/educational resources and programs designed to improve quality and professional practice. SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE • Uniform: Yes, • Scrubs: Yes, • Business professional: No, • Other (department approved): No ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. • On Call* Yes TRAVEL** Travel specifications may vary by department • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes, • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section EXPERIENCE • Twenty four months of clinical nursing experience with demonstration of progressive leadership skills LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure - must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association Preferred, • Magnet - ANCC Recognized Certification, • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) Company Profile: Houston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas and one of America’s “Best Hospitals.” As a full-service, acute-care hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the nation’s largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program. Two of Houston Methodist’s primary academic affiliates are among the nation’s leading health care organizations: Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University of Houston. Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Day shift At Houston Methodist, the Registered Nurse (RN) PRN Emergency Servs 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 Emergency Servs 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 Emergency Servs 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 Emergency Servs 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. FLSA STATUS Non-exempt QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section EXPERIENCE • Two years registered nurse experience in a healthcare environment LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association within 4 months and, • NIHSTROKE - National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Certification (AHA) - American Heart Association within 4 months and, • NVCRISIS - Nonviolent Crisis Intervention or Instructor (CPI) - Crisis Prevention Institute within 4 months Preferred, • Magnet - ANCC Recognized Certification, • ENPC - Emergency Nursing Pediatric Certification (ENA), • TNCC - Trauma Nursing Core Course or Instructor (ENA) KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations as defined in orientation checklist and annual departmental competency checklist, • 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, • 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, • Strong assessment, organizational and problem solving skills as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components, • Ability to function independently and exercise judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional care team and patients and their families, • Uses critical thinking skills and clinical judgment to work autonomously as defined by the Nurse Practice Act, • Demonstrates proficient time management skills, • Maintains level of professional contributions as defined in Clinical Career Path program guide, • Working knowledge of Microsoft products including Outlook ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Uses therapeutic communication, which includes active listening and teaching, to establish a relationship with patients, families and interprofessional health care team to collaborate on the plan of care., • Contributes to teamwork by awareness of overall unit acuity, consistently offering assistance, and responding positively to requests for assistance. Collaborates to foster healthy relationships in the work environment. Seeks guidance from and offers guidance to interprofessional health care team, when appropriate, and applies feedback to improve patient outcomes., • Implements staff education specific to patient populations and unit processes; coaches and mentors other staff and students. May include preceptorship. Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards improvement of department score for turnover/retention/employee engagement on unit-based scorecard. SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Follows the patient and family-centered care standards, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document. Conducts nursing assessments, assists with exams and treatment, and maintenance of medical records. Practices in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity and inclusion principles., • Develops, updates and communicates plan of care, including discharge, in partnership with the patient, family and interprofessional health care team, using the nursing process. Prioritizes care based on the patient’s needs, abilities and preferences. Advocates on patient/family’s behalf to identify and resolve clinical and ethical concerns, utilizing appropriate resources., • Provides patient teaching based on learning needs, uses appropriate resources, incorporating planning for care after discharge. Consistently evaluates the patient’s comprehension and adapts teaching methods accordingly., • Helps drive improvement of department score for patient satisfaction on unit-based scorecard, through peer-to-peer accountability to service standards. QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Follows the standards of care related to the nursing process, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document., • Follows the standards related to regulatory requirements and professional practice as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document. Identifies areas of practice improvements with research-based evidence to achieve core measure and patient safety outcomes, supported by accurate documentation., • Provides and modifies care to complex patients and coordinates care with the interprofessional team based on evaluation of the patient’s condition, supported by accurate documentation. Utilizes clinical judgement, using an evidence-based analytical approach., • Improves quality and safety scores on the unit-based scorecard, through peer-to-peer accountability, reporting near misses, and collaborating with the interprofessional health care team. FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Displays self-motivation to independently manage time effectively, timely document care, minimize incidental overtime, and prioritize daily tasks. Provides input into the unit resource utilization including unit capital and operational budget needs., • Contributes towards meeting department financial targets on unit-based scorecard through decreasing length of stay, optimizing efficiency and other areas according to department specifications. GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Identifies and presents areas for innovation, efficiency and improvement in patient care or unit operations using evidence-based practice literature. Offers innovative solutions through evidence-based practice/performance improvement projects and shared governance activities., • Champions new care pathways or service line implementation to improve service to the community. Identifies trends for improvement opportunities or practice changes and supports initiatives. Researches the change and presents options to shared governance and leadership. SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE • Uniform: No, • Scrubs: Yes, • Business professional: No, • Other (department approved): No ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. • On Call* Yes TRAVEL** Travel specifications may vary by department • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes, • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section EXPERIENCE • Two years registered nurse experience in a healthcare environment LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association within 4 months and, • NIHSTROKE - National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Certification (AHA) - American Heart Association within 4 months and, • NVCRISIS - Nonviolent Crisis Intervention or Instructor (CPI) - Crisis Prevention Institute within 4 months Preferred, • Magnet - ANCC Recognized Certification, • ENPC - Emergency Nursing Pediatric Certification (ENA), • TNCC - Trauma Nursing Core Course or Instructor (ENA) Company Profile: Houston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas and one of America’s “Best Hospitals.” As a full-service, acute-care hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the nation’s largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program. Two of Houston Methodist’s primary academic affiliates are among the nation’s leading health care organizations: Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University of Houston. Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are currently hiring for multiple positions in this role! We have full-time opportunities available across various shifts, including [day shift 7am – 7pm, night shift 7pm – 7am]. These positions are going to be at the Houston Methodist Campus in the Texas Medical Center only. By applying to this requisition, you will be considered for current and future openings that match your skills and availability. Candidates having qualifications that exceed the minimum job requirements will receive consideration for higher level roles given (1) their experience, (2) additional job requirements, and/or (3) business needs. Depending on education, experience, and skill level, a variety of job opportunities might be available, including RN II and RN III. If you’re looking for a rewarding opportunity with flexibility and a great company culture, we encourage you to apply today! At Houston Methodist, the Registered Nurse (RN) II Float General Acute 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 II Float General Acute 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 II Float General Acute 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 II Float General Acute 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. The RN II Float General Acute will be required to float to various assigned departments. FLSA STATUS Non-exempt QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certificates, Licenses and Registrations section EXPERIENCE • Two years registered nurse acute care experience in a healthcare environment LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association must obtain within 120 days of hire date within 4 months and, • NIHSTROKE - National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Certification (AHA) - American Heart Association Preferred • Magnet - ANCC Recognized Certification KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations as defined in orientation checklist and annual departmental competency checklist, • 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, • 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, • Strong assessment, organizational and problem-solving skills as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components, • Ability to function independently and exercise judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional care team and patients and their families, • Uses critical thinking skills and clinical judgment to work autonomously as defined by the Nurse Practice Act, • Demonstrates proficient time management skills, • Maintains level of professional contributions as defined in Clinical Career Path program guide, • Working knowledge of Microsoft products including Outlook ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Uses therapeutic communication, which includes active listening and teaching, to establish a relationship with patients, families and interprofessional health care team to collaborate on the plan of care., • Contributes to teamwork by awareness of overall unit acuity, consistently offering assistance, and responding positively to requests for assistance. Collaborates to foster healthy relationships in the work environment. Seeks guidance from and offers guidance to interprofessional health care team, when appropriate, and applies feedback to improve patient outcomes., • Implements staff education specific to patient populations and unit processes; coaches and mentors other staff and students. May include preceptorship. Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards improvement of department score for turnover/retention/employee engagement on unit-based scorecard. SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Follows the patient and family-centered care standards, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document. Conducts nursing assessments, assists with exams and treatment, and maintenance of medical records., • Develops, updates and communicates plan of care, including discharge, in partnership with the patient, family and interprofessional health care team, using the nursing process. Prioritizes care based on the patient’s needs, abilities and preferences. Advocates on patient/family’s behalf to identify and resolve clinical and ethical concerns, utilizing appropriate resources., • Provides patient teaching based on learning needs, uses appropriate resources, incorporating planning for care after discharge. Consistently evaluates the patient’s comprehension and adapts teaching methods accordingly., • Helps drive improvement of department score for patient satisfaction on unit-based scorecard, through peer-to-peer accountability to service standards. QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Follows the standards of care related to the nursing process, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document., • Follows the standards related to regulatory requirements and professional practice as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document. Identifies areas of practice improvements with research-based evidence to achieve core measure and patient safety outcomes, supported by accurate documentation., • Provides and modifies care to complex patients and coordinates care with the interprofessional team based on evaluation of the patient’s condition, supported by accurate documentation. Utilizes clinical judgement, using an evidence-based analytical approach., • Improves quality and safety scores on the unit-based scorecard, through peer-to-peer accountability, reporting near misses, and collaborating with the interprofessional health care team. FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Displays self-motivation to independently manage time effectively, timely document care, minimize incidental overtime, and prioritize daily tasks. Provides input into the unit resource utilization including unit capital and operational budget needs., • Contributes towards meeting department financial targets on unit-based scorecard through decreasing length of stay, optimizing efficiency and other areas according to department specifications. GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Identifies and presents areas for innovation, efficiency and improvement in patient care or unit operations using evidence-based practice literature. Offers innovative solutions through evidence-based practice/performance improvement projects and shared governance activities., • Champions new care pathways or service line implementation to improve service to the community. Identifies trends for improvement opportunities or practice changes and supports initiatives. Researches the change and presents options to shared governance and leadership. SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS • WORK ATTIRE, • Uniform: No, • Scrubs: Yes, • Business professional: No, • Other (department approved): No ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. • On Call* Yes TRAVEL** Travel specifications may vary by department • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes, • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certificates, Licenses and Registrations section EXPERIENCE • Two years registered nurse acute care experience in a healthcare environment LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association must obtain within 120 days of hire date within 4 months and, • NIHSTROKE - National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Certification (AHA) - American Heart Association Preferred • Magnet - ANCC Recognized Certification Company Profile: Houston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas and one of America’s “Best Hospitals.” As a full-service, acute-care hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the nation’s largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program. Two of Houston Methodist’s primary academic affiliates are among the nation’s leading health care organizations: Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University of Houston. Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At Houston Methodist, the Nursing Professional Practice Leader (PPL) II position is a specialist role, as evidenced by experience, credentials, and performance and a Nursing Professional Development (NPD) practitioner who primarily practices in a specific department or service-line practice environment, with a focus on the growth of individuals and groups within a nursing specialty. In addition to performing the duties and responsibilities of the PPL I, this position serves as a consultant and subject matter clinician for a service line/specialty area, functioning at the Expert level of Benner's model of clinical practice. The PPL II advances specialty care through leading inquiry projects, analyzing outcome metrics and implementing performance improvement, designing innovative programs to enhance learner growth, creating strategic interdisciplinary and community partnerships, collaborating at the entity and system level on specialty initiatives, and engagement in specialty accreditation and/or recognition programs. This position is a consultant as they serve as a role model within the specialty and NPD practice. FLSA STATUS Exempt QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Bachelor’s degree and Master’s degree, one from an accredited school of Nursing, • Master’s degree in education field preferred EXPERIENCE • Six years clinical nursing experience with two years in a primary nursing professional development role LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • NPD-BC - Nursing Professional Development (ANCC) - American Nurses Credentialing Center_PSV Current incumbents have two years from job description implementation to obtain NPD-BC within 1 year Preferred, • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) or, • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support or Instructor (AHA) KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations, • 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, • 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, • Strong assessment, organizational and problem-solving skills as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components, • Acts as an effective change agent, • Ability to apply evidence-based practice, • Strong assessment, organizational and problem-solving skills as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components, • Exhibits leadership abilities including collaboration, consultation, and coaching skills, • Demonstrates proficient time management skill, • Ability to utilize adult learning theory, and demonstrate knowledge of current educational technologies, • Maintains a working knowledge of electronic resources including Microsoft applications ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Develops a strategic plan, through partnership with specialty leadership, to facilitate staff growth and development to meet established priorities and expected clinical outcomes., • Builds collaborative partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to drive professional development initiatives and achieve optimal results. Leads initiatives within the entity and seeks practice consensus with HM System partners., • Leads through influence as an advocate, mentor, and change agent in the practice environment. Communicates effectively with individuals, collaborators, and as a group leader. Role models peer-to-peer accountability towards improvement of employee engagement. SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Leads the educational process through completion of an assessment, identification of practice gaps (including lack of knowledge, skill, or inability to translate knowledge into practice), identification of desired outcomes, planning, facilitation of learning, and an evaluation. Creates learning activities, with entity and HM System partners, to address departmental learning needs. Incorporates theories in learning and change. Promotes the transfer of knowledge to practice, ensuring that knowledge/training is conducted and integrated into practice., • Develops a timely and efficient department onboarding process, orientation, and professional development plan related to the service-line and competency requirements. Builds programs collaboratively with NPD entity and/or HM System peers, and interdisciplinary partners., • Connects with entity and HM System peers to share best practices. Reports outcome measures of professional development initiatives to relevant stakeholders and engages in action planning, as necessary to meet learner needs and address effectiveness. QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Leads and facilitates quality improvement initiatives, as identified through assessment data, knowledge of key quality indicators and event reporting. Collaborates with department/service-line leadership, quality team, and/or other stakeholders to synthesize, analyze, and prioritize patient quality and/or patient satisfaction opportunities and create an action plan utilizing performance improvement methods/tools., • Develops and participates in initial and/or ongoing competency assessments, which consider strategic departmental, entity, or system initiatives. Utilizes creative approaches to competency assessment including coordinating competency events, and mentoring staff competency validators. Establishes competency critical elements based on standards and best practices., • Builds and revises programs and/or activities which are grounded in evidence-based practice and relevant policies, procedures, and standards. Leads performance improvement projects., • Evaluates practice through knowledge of applicable professional scope and standards, policies and procedures, and regulatory standards, including recognition of practice patterns and variances. Advances patient care through achievement/maintenance specialty designations. Serves as a consultant in their specialty area. FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Collaborates with leadership to develop programs/services and curricula, within the approved budget with recognition of return on investment and/or cost avoidance. Appropriately allocates and utilizes resources., • Role models and drives time management and resources efficiently. Implements solutions to achieve organizational objectives that lead to a positive financial impact. GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Leads a spirit of inquiry by applying evidence-based practice and research in patient care. Mentors staff in project development and execution as well as the creation and submission of clinical abstracts posters, and presentations., • Develops proposals for innovative programs, projects, inquiry, innovation, teaching strategies and/or learning methodologies. Engages in environmental scanning for identification of future needs. Facilitate staff to identify learning needs and navigate options to advance knowledge and skills., • Leads in obtaining service-line/department level specialty designations, recognitions, or awards., • Seeks opportunities to identify self-development needs and takes appropriate action. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an ongoing basis. SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE • Uniform: No, • Scrubs: Yes, • Business professional: Yes, • Other (department approved): No ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. • On Call* No TRAVEL** Travel specifications may vary by department • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes, • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Bachelor’s degree and Master’s degree, one from an accredited school of Nursing, • Master’s degree in education field preferred EXPERIENCE • Six years clinical nursing experience with two years in a primary nursing professional development role LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • NPD-BC - Nursing Professional Development (ANCC) - American Nurses Credentialing Center_PSV Current incumbents have two years from job description implementation to obtain NPD-BC within 1 year Preferred, • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) or, • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support or Instructor (AHA) Company Profile: Houston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas and one of America’s “Best Hospitals.” As a full-service, acute-care hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the nation’s largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program. Two of Houston Methodist’s primary academic affiliates are among the nation’s leading health care organizations: Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University of Houston. Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At Houston Methodist, the Nurse Practitioner Acute Care (NP) AC (ACLS) position is responsible for functioning as a licensed registered nurse and care provider to provide all aspects of patient care, including diagnosis, treatment and consultation while maintaining and promoting the health of the patient. This position may work in both inpatient and outpatient situations and performs according to the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Texas and as part of a treatment team. The NP AC (ACLS) position role models compassionate communication with patients, physicians and the interprofessional health care team and provides education to patients about preventative care and prescribed treatments. This position may also conduct physicals, order tests and serve as a patient's healthcare provider, prescribing medications as appropriate. The NP AC (ACLS) position affects direct patient care according to the Houston Methodist Professional Practice Model, Nursing Practice and Professional Performance policies and procedures. FLSA STATUS Exempt QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Master’s degree or higher from an accredited school of Nursing and graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioners program EXPERIENCE • Two years of registered nurse, advanced practice or nurse practitioner clinical experience LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • APRN Acute Care state license and, • Magnet ANCC-recognized Acute-Care practitioner certification and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • AP - Prescriptive Authority - Texas Board of Nursing - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV and, • DEA - Narcotics License (DEA) - Drug Enforcement Administration_PSV within 6 months KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations, • 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, • 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, • Demonstrates highly developed assessment, clinical, documentation, leadership, and analytical skills, • Uses therapeutic communication to establish a relationship with patients, families and interprofessional team to collaborate on the plan of care, • Strong organizational and problem-solving skill as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components, • Ability to function independently and exercise judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional care team and patients and their families, • Demonstrates proficient time management skills, • Uses critical thinking skills and clinical judgment to work autonomously as defined by the Nurse Practice Act ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Demonstrates leadership as a clinical resource, interprofessional consultant, and patient advocate. Identifies staff development opportunities for professional growth of colleagues, provides coaching to meet identified goals., • Communicates organizational information and aspects of administrative and clinical practice in a respectful and positive manner when interacting with staff. Advocates for a balanced workload, promotes positive behaviors, and peer-to-peer accountability. Facilitates the promotion of teamwork., • Collaborates with the interprofessional healthcare team members to manage/coordinate patient care. Advocates on patient/family’s behalf to identify and resolve clinical and ethical concerns., • Collaborates to foster healthy relationships in the work environment. Acts as a role model and coaches staff in effective verbal, non-verbal and written communication. Serves as preceptor for Nurse Practitioner students and medical resident(s), as applicable. Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards improvement of department score for employee engagement. SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Coordinates appropriate, timely patient care under physician supervision, for a defined patient population(s), focusing on identified expected unit/optimal outcomes, individualized to the patient. Prioritizes care based on the patient’s needs, abilities, and preferences., • Coordinates patient care between healthcare providers. Attends and participates in interprofessional rounds, as appropriate., • Helps drive improvement of department score for patient satisfaction, through peer-to-peer accountability to service standards. QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Functions as a quality care provider, coordinating, maintaining, and promoting the health of the patient. Assists the interprofessional healthcare team in the development and implementation of protocols to ensure patient safety. Affects direct patient care according to the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Texas and the Houston Methodist Professional Practice Model Nursing Practice and Professional Performance., • Conducts health assessments (initial, ongoing, discharge, as appropriate). Identifies normal/abnormal health characteristics, develops plan of care, initiates appropriate interventions, and evaluates care outcomes on defined patient populations(s)., • Performs invasive, diagnostic, or therapeutic procedures necessary for defined patient population(s) based on licensure and credentialed privileges., • Provides safe and effective care by leading and initiating outcome, quality, and safety improvement activities in alignment with organizational goals. Integrates and contributes to professional practice standards, policies, procedures, protocols and leads improvements in patient safety-related processes. FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Implements department strategies to achieve financial targets and mentors others to do the same through timely documentation of care, decreasing length of stay, optimizing efficiency, and other areas according to departmental specifications., • Projects awareness and understanding of resource allocation based on patient needs and staff experience, knowledge, and skills. GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Promotes quality health care through integration of current research into practice and participation in research/evidence-based activities. Identifies opportunities for practice changes and performance improvement., • Provides education of information/knowledge in professional activities such as research, presentations, and publications. Expands individual nursing knowledge and coaches staff to grow in knowledge, abilities, skills, and attitudes. Serves as clinical resource. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an ongoing basis. SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE • Uniform: No, • Scrubs: Yes, • Business professional: Yes, • Other (department approved): Yes ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. • On Call* Yes TRAVEL** Travel specifications may vary by department • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes, • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Master’s degree or higher from an accredited school of Nursing and graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioners program EXPERIENCE • Two years of registered nurse, advanced practice or nurse practitioner clinical experience LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • APRN Acute Care state license and, • Magnet ANCC-recognized Acute-Care practitioner certification and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • AP - Prescriptive Authority - Texas Board of Nursing - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV and, • DEA - Narcotics License (DEA) - Drug Enforcement Administration_PSV within 6 months Company Profile: Houston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas and one of America’s “Best Hospitals.” As a full-service, acute-care hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the nation’s largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program. Two of Houston Methodist’s primary academic affiliates are among the nation’s leading health care organizations: Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University of Houston. Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At Houston Methodist, the Charge RN III role is a licensed professional Registered Nurse (RN), who, as an advanced clinician, functions at the Proficient stage of Benner's model of clinical practice. This position creates an environment for the management and delivery of safe patient care. In addition to fulfilling the duties and responsibilities of a clinical nurse, the RN III Charge position is a role model and coach to department personnel and assists in developing their skills and knowledge. This position provides nursing care to a diverse patient population. Besides conducting nursing assessments, assisting with exams and treatment and maintenance of medical records, this position assists in coaching and mentoring department staff in areas of clinical and professional practice. Role modeling compassionate communication with physicians and the interprofessional health care team, the RN III Charge assumes leadership responsibilities with high-level contributions at the bedside, unit, service line, and across the institution. Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to leading unit and shared governance activities, assessing unit needs related to practice and improvement opportunities, serving as a clinical resource for both unit and hospital staff and coordinating unit and hospital-wide education in partnership with management. FLSA STATUS Non-exempt QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited school of Nursing EXPERIENCE • Three years clinical nursing experience with demonstration of progressive leadership skills, • One year in specialty preferred LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure - must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • Magnet ANCC-recognized certification (HM) KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations, • 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, • 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, • Acts as effective change agent, • Strong assessment, organizational and problem solving skills as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components, • Ability to function independently and exercise judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional healthcare team and patients and their families, • Uses critical thinking skills and clinical judgment to work autonomously as defined by the Nurse Practice Act, • Demonstrates proficient time management skills, • Demonstrates highly developed assessment skills; contributes to policies, procedure and protocols, • Has knowledge of Nursing Unit’s Dashboard and Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) scores, • Demonstrates expertise in operating the electronic medical record, • Maintains level of professional contributions as defined in Clinical Career Path program guide ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Role models fair and consistent leadership skills for effective team dynamics and teambuilding strategies through problem solving, coaching, and developing staff. Coaches staff to use efficient and effective communication, which includes active listening and teaching, to establish and maintain a team environment, and to include the patient and family as a part of the team regarding their plan of care. Provides input into staff performance reviews, as appropriate., • Functions as a mentor and resource to unit staff, provides oversight for students/new employee/preceptorships. Identifies levels of organizational conflict and applies tools to effectively resolve concerns, complaints or conflict with patients, families, physicians and other interprofessional health care team members., • Fosters staff engagement by demonstrating active listening, requesting and acknowledging feedback, making equitable decisions, providing rationale when appropriate, and supporting organizational goals. Anticipates the needs of the staff members and proactively offers assistance. Role models interprofessional communication and assists with staff stress management as needed. Improves department score for turnover/retention/employee satisfaction on unit-based scorecard. SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Leads the patient and family-centered care standards, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document. Mentors others regarding specialty populations; audits plan of care., • Maintains ongoing interactions with patients, families, and staff on the improvement of patient care through leader rounding. Demonstrates effective collaboration with other departments regarding patient process issues., • Drives department service standards and activities to improve department score for patient satisfaction on unit-based scorecard, through role modeling and fostering accountability. QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Role models the standards of care related to the nursing process, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document, by actively participating in meeting and improving nurse sensitive quality indicators and patient safety goals. Participates in the creation of a continuous improvement environment by promoting situational awareness, and using teachable moments., • Coordinates nursing care throughout the shift considering patient acuity, staff skill level and safety to ensure that our duty to our patients can be met. Role models the standards related to regulatory requirements and professional practice as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document., • Facilitates seamless patient flow to/from/through the department, leading the delivery of quality family-centered care throughout the continuum of care. Ensures the patient plan of care is accurate and timely, coaching staff if documentation deficiencies are identified. Works closely with the OAs and bed management regarding timely patient placement. Proactively recognizes, determines a plan of action, and responds to situations, such as Rapid Response/CERTs, and emergency codes., • Leads initiatives to improve quality and safety scores on the unit and hospital scorecards, through peer-to-peer accountability, reporting near misses and identifying solutions by collaborating with the interprofessional team. Role models situational awareness, using teachable moments to improve safety. Assists with audits as needed. FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Attends daily care coordination rounds to facilitate patient progression. Ensures that follow-up has been implemented on any concerns or issues identified by the team. Manages productivity in accordance with staffing grid., • Provides input into unit resource utilization including unit capital and operational budget needs. Oversees shift by shift resource utilization through the allocation of staff, supplies and contributions to the patient throughput., • Implements department strategies to achieve financial target on unit-based scorecard and mentors others to do the same through timely documentation of care, decreasing length of stay, optimizing efficiency, minimizing incidental overtime, and other areas according to department specifications. GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Fosters identification and implementation of innovative solutions for practice changes to improve patient care or unit operations such as reduction of hospital readmissions or other department-specific measures by leading and/or participating in unit projects and shared governance activities. Investigates and incorporates evidence-based practices which are presented to shared governance and leadership. Supports change initiatives and adapts to unexpected changes., • Expands individual nursing knowledge and coaches staff to grow in knowledge, abilities, skills, and attitudes. Serves as clinical resource. Develops and disseminates, as appropriate, informational/educational resources and programs designed to improve quality and professional practice. SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE • Uniform: Yes, • Scrubs: Yes, • Business professional: No, • Other (department approved): No ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. • On Call* Yes TRAVEL** Travel specifications may vary by department • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes, • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited school of Nursing EXPERIENCE • Three years clinical nursing experience with demonstration of progressive leadership skills, • One year in specialty preferred LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure - must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • Magnet ANCC-recognized certification (HM) Company Profile: Houston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas and one of America’s “Best Hospitals.” As a full-service, acute-care hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the nation’s largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program. Two of Houston Methodist’s primary academic affiliates are among the nation’s leading health care organizations: Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University of Houston. Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At Houston Methodist, the Point of Entry Nurse (POE) is a licensed registered nurse (RN) who responsible for facilitation of the functional and operational aspects for patients' entrance into the hospital. This position provides support to hospital units through the facilitation and coordination of patient flow and bed utilization. The POE Nurse position collaborates with clinical staff and interprofessional health care team to ensure resource utilization is appropriate to the patient's clinical needs and within covered benefits. This position ensures a compassionate, integrated, multi-disciplinary case approach which supports health caregivers to provide the highest quality, most clinically appropriate admission placement of patients, while promoting the most cost-effective utilization of the hospital's resources for those patients admitted to the hospital. The POE Nurse position ensures the most appropriate placement of patients as it relates to floors, rooms and campus, evaluating current and future needs for optimal patient care and reviews for intake and placement, external patients are clinically appropriate. FLSA STATUS Non-exempt QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certificates, Licenses and Registrations section, • Bachelor’s degree preferred EXPERIENCE • Two years as a registered nurse in an acute care hospital setting, • Bed placement experience highly preferred LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) Preferred, • Magnet - ANCC Recognized Certification SKILLS AND ABILITIES • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations., • 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, • 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, • Understanding of pre-acute and post-acute venues of care and post-acute community resources, • Strong assessment, organizational and problem solving skills as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components, • Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in interactions with physicians, payors, and patients and their families, • Must have critical thinking, advanced communication, negotiation and collaboration skills, • Must have good organizational and time management skills, • Understands and adheres to all pertinent federal, state and Houston Methodist regulations, laws, and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified, • Well versed in computer skills of the entire Microsoft Office Suite (Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word), • Demonstrates knowledge of obtaining information in the electronic medical record as appropriate ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Collaborates to foster healthy relationships in the work environment. Maintains a good rapport with the Emergency Department (ED), physicians and their office staff to streamline patient entry to the hospital, receiving admitting orders and special request concerning each patient. Coordinates with case manager to escalate cases., • Demonstrates teamwork by awareness department activities, consistently offering assistance, and responding positively to requests for assistance. Works closely with ED physicians, social workers and case managers to identify alternate level of care/treatment plan for patients who do not require admission., • Identifies levels of organizational conflict and applies tools to effectively resolve concerns, complaints or conflict with patients, families, physicians and other interprofessional health care team members. Facilitates bed issue resolution when conflicts arise. SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Oversees patient placement in appropriate beds based on admission criteria, diagnosis, medical necessity, clinical needs, bed availability and staffing, demonstrating proficiency in bed placement., • Coordinates patient flow and bed utilization through frequent and timely communication, maintaining close communication to the unit department regarding patient and physician requests to ensure smooth transition of patients in our facility. Continually assesses needs of customers., • Reviews orders on patients from admission access points to ensure appropriate level of care. Documents, as appropriate, working diagnosis on ED placements: • Surgery schedule and PACU patients • Emergency Department • Transfer Center • Physician offices/direct admits QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Evaluates transfers to entity for appropriateness including clinical, financial and social issues and coordinates them with unit and Operations Administrator, ensuring they are managed in a timely manner and within EMTALA (Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act) guidelines., • Obtains relevant clinical data from sending facilities, working effectively with accepting physicians and nurses to ensure clear communication among caregivers and assist in correct clinical placement of patients to consistently achieve desired outcomes for patient care., • Participates in quality improvement activities by collecting and analyzing data related to patient throughput, identifying trends and suggesting improvement plans., • Promotes accuracy and completeness of clinical documentation to reflect the appropriate Severity of Illness (SOI) and Intensity of Service (IOS) for all patients. Assists physicians in improving documentation to meet regulatory and payor requirements, as appropriate., • Evaluates current and future bed supply to anticipate areas of congestion and potential obstacles to patient flow when clinical lead not available. FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Consistently reviews all admissions for medical necessity and appropriateness of care based on nationally recognized criteria., • Documents all aspects of the transfer in appropriate location and ensures computer system accuracy of patient level of care status to physician order. GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Identifies and presents areas for improvement in patient care or department operations and offers solutions by participating in department projects and activities. Participates on clinical process improvement teams within the department and hospital., • Oversees any implementation and evaluation of medical management tools for assigned areas to ensure goals and outcomes established by the team are met. SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE • Uniform: No, • Scrubs: Yes, • Business professional: Yes, • Other (department approved): No ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. • On Call* No TRAVEL** Travel specifications may vary by department • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No, • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certificates, Licenses and Registrations section, • Bachelor’s degree preferred EXPERIENCE • Two years as a registered nurse in an acute care hospital setting, • Bed placement experience highly preferred LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) Preferred, • Magnet - ANCC Recognized Certification Company Profile: Houston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas and one of America’s “Best Hospitals.” As a full-service, acute-care hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the nation’s largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program. Two of Houston Methodist’s primary academic affiliates are among the nation’s leading health care organizations: Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University of Houston. Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At Houston Methodist, the Nurse Practitioner Acute Care (NP) AC (ACLS) position is responsible for functioning as a licensed registered nurse and care provider to provide all aspects of patient care, including diagnosis, treatment and consultation while maintaining and promoting the health of the patient. This position may work in both inpatient and outpatient situations and performs according to the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Texas and as part of a treatment team. The NP AC (ACLS) position role models compassionate communication with patients, physicians and the interprofessional health care team and provides education to patients about preventative care and prescribed treatments. This position may also conduct physicals, order tests and serve as a patient's healthcare provider, prescribing medications as appropriate. The NP AC (ACLS) position affects direct patient care according to the Houston Methodist Professional Practice Model, Nursing Practice and Professional Performance policies and procedures. FLSA STATUS Exempt QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Master’s degree or higher from an accredited school of Nursing and graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioners program EXPERIENCE • Two years of registered nurse, advanced practice or nurse practitioner clinical experience LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • APRN Acute Care state license and, • Magnet ANCC-recognized Acute-Care practitioner certification and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • AP - Prescriptive Authority - Texas Board of Nursing - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV and, • DEA - Narcotics License (DEA) - Drug Enforcement Administration_PSV within 6 months KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations, • 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, • 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, • Demonstrates highly developed assessment, clinical, documentation, leadership, and analytical skills, • Uses therapeutic communication to establish a relationship with patients, families and interprofessional team to collaborate on the plan of care, • Strong organizational and problem-solving skill as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components, • Ability to function independently and exercise judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional care team and patients and their families, • Demonstrates proficient time management skills, • Uses critical thinking skills and clinical judgment to work autonomously as defined by the Nurse Practice Act ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Demonstrates leadership as a clinical resource, interprofessional consultant, and patient advocate. Identifies staff development opportunities for professional growth of colleagues, provides coaching to meet identified goals., • Communicates organizational information and aspects of administrative and clinical practice in a respectful and positive manner when interacting with staff. Advocates for a balanced workload, promotes positive behaviors, and peer-to-peer accountability. Facilitates the promotion of teamwork., • Collaborates with the interprofessional healthcare team members to manage/coordinate patient care. Advocates on patient/family’s behalf to identify and resolve clinical and ethical concerns., • Collaborates to foster healthy relationships in the work environment. Acts as a role model and coaches staff in effective verbal, non-verbal and written communication. Serves as preceptor for Nurse Practitioner students and medical resident(s), as applicable. Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards improvement of department score for employee engagement. SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Coordinates appropriate, timely patient care under physician supervision, for a defined patient population(s), focusing on identified expected unit/optimal outcomes, individualized to the patient. Prioritizes care based on the patient’s needs, abilities, and preferences., • Coordinates patient care between healthcare providers. Attends and participates in interprofessional rounds, as appropriate., • Helps drive improvement of department score for patient satisfaction, through peer-to-peer accountability to service standards. QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Functions as a quality care provider, coordinating, maintaining, and promoting the health of the patient. Assists the interprofessional healthcare team in the development and implementation of protocols to ensure patient safety. Affects direct patient care according to the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Texas and the Houston Methodist Professional Practice Model Nursing Practice and Professional Performance., • Conducts health assessments (initial, ongoing, discharge, as appropriate). Identifies normal/abnormal health characteristics, develops plan of care, initiates appropriate interventions, and evaluates care outcomes on defined patient populations(s)., • Performs invasive, diagnostic, or therapeutic procedures necessary for defined patient population(s) based on licensure and credentialed privileges., • Provides safe and effective care by leading and initiating outcome, quality, and safety improvement activities in alignment with organizational goals. Integrates and contributes to professional practice standards, policies, procedures, protocols and leads improvements in patient safety-related processes. FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Implements department strategies to achieve financial targets and mentors others to do the same through timely documentation of care, decreasing length of stay, optimizing efficiency, and other areas according to departmental specifications., • Projects awareness and understanding of resource allocation based on patient needs and staff experience, knowledge, and skills. GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Promotes quality health care through integration of current research into practice and participation in research/evidence-based activities. Identifies opportunities for practice changes and performance improvement., • Provides education of information/knowledge in professional activities such as research, presentations, and publications. Expands individual nursing knowledge and coaches staff to grow in knowledge, abilities, skills, and attitudes. Serves as clinical resource. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an ongoing basis. SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE • Uniform: No, • Scrubs: Yes, • Business professional: Yes, • Other (department approved): Yes ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. • On Call* Yes TRAVEL** Travel specifications may vary by department • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes, • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Master’s degree or higher from an accredited school of Nursing and graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioners program EXPERIENCE • Two years of registered nurse, advanced practice or nurse practitioner clinical experience LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • APRN Acute Care state license and, • Magnet ANCC-recognized Acute-Care practitioner certification and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • AP - Prescriptive Authority - Texas Board of Nursing - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV and, • DEA - Narcotics License (DEA) - Drug Enforcement Administration_PSV within 6 months Company Profile: Houston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas and one of America’s “Best Hospitals.” As a full-service, acute-care hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the nation’s largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program. Two of Houston Methodist’s primary academic affiliates are among the nation’s leading health care organizations: Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University of Houston. Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At Houston Methodist, the Manager Nursing position is responsible for 24-hour comprehensive operational responsibility for the delivery and quality of patient care provided in the designated areas(s) of responsibility. This registered nurse position fosters interdepartmental/interprofessional collaboration. The Manager, Nursing position participates in committees, representing unit and Nursing in a positive manner. The position assists with developing and implementing performance initiatives, ensuring optimal patient safety, outcomes and customer satisfaction. This position demonstrates leadership qualities and critical thinking through self-direction, initiative, effective interpersonal skills and oral/written communication skills. The manager position responsibilities include managing the daily work activities of the work unit/department staff, ensuring quality, productivity, functional excellence and efficiency while assisting management in accomplishing strategic and operational objectives. In addition, this position provides guidance to staff and is responsible for staffing, budget compliance, contributing to staffing decisions such as hiring and terminating employment, coaching and counseling employees on work related performance, and assisting in the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure a safe and effective work environment. This position also implements training, monitoring and operations initiatives that secure compliance with ethical and legal business practices and accreditation/regulatory/government regulations. FLSA STATUS Exempt QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited school of Nursing EXPERIENCE • Three years’ experience in nursing, one year in a progressive leadership role in healthcare; for HM internal, two years’ experience in nursing which includes HM performance that demonstrates leadership abilities, i.e. charge nurse responsibilities LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • Magnet - ANCC Recognized Leadership Certification (ANCC) within 1 year KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations, • 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, • Ability to effectively communicate through a variety of channels with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles; engages the recipient(s) and helps them understand and retain the message, • Demonstrates the ability to interact with others in a way that gives them confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization, • Ability to use appropriate interpersonal styles and techniques to gain acceptance of ideas or plans; modifying one’s own behavior to accommodate tasks, situations and individuals involved, • Demonstrates leadership qualities and critical thinking through self-direction initiative and effective interpersonal skills and oral/written communication skills, • Ability to identify and understand issues, problems and opportunities, comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints and probable consequences, • Ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment, • Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in the workplace, • Demonstrates problem solving skills to include investigation, identification of cause(s) and development of corrective action ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Performs management responsibilities of selection, scheduling, supervision, retention, and evaluation of employees in the department. Provides development and mentoring of staff. Meets or exceeds threshold goal for department turnover. Develops direct reports to perform these same functions., • Provides fair and consistent leadership and communication to maintain a competent and engaged employee group by conducting regular department meetings to review policies and procedures and operational matters, rounding on all employees, completing performance appraisals, conducting new hire feedback sessions, coaching/corrective counseling, and providing recognition/commendations to achieve desired outcomes. Provides timely guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas needed to accomplish a task or solve a problem., • Facilitates and promotes effective team dynamics and teambuilding strategies within and between departments; participates and/or leads and facilitates department process improvements as needed., • Meets or exceeds threshold goal for department and/or system metrics on employee engagement indicators: action readiness score, tier level., • Establishes effective, two-way communication with staff, demonstrating active listening, requesting and acknowledging feedback, making equitable decisions, providing rationale when appropriate, and supporting organizational goals. Coaches staff to use efficient and effective communication to establish and maintain a team environment, and to include the patient and family as a part of the team regarding their plan of care. Assists staff with stress management practices. SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Plans and organizes day-to-day department operations, schedule and activities. Sets priorities and functional standards, giving direction to staff as necessary to ensure the best possible delivery of service and high customer/patient satisfaction., • Drives department service standards and activities to impact department and/or system score for patient/customer-based satisfaction, through role modeling and fostering accountability. Serves and actively participates on various entity committees as a voice for the department., • Serves as role model to staff, reinforcing principles of service orientation and ensuring that the focus is always on improving patient care and/or services, effectively resolve concerns, complaints or conflict with patients, families, physicians and other interprofessional health care team members, taking appropriate action and channeling concerns according to appropriate procedures., • Maintains ongoing interactions with patients, families, physicians, and staff on how to improve patient care and service provided. QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Ensures a safe and effective working environment; monitors and/or revises the department safety plan and/or any specific accreditation/regulatory required safety guidelines, including infection control principles. Monitors and confirms staff maintain their required credentials that demonstrate competency per accrediting agency or department guidelines as applicable., • Uses and optimizes information systems to enhance operations; supports entity-specific performance improvement and data management/analysis functions., • Employs a proactive approach in the optimization of safe outcomes by monitoring and improving the department workflow, using peer-to-peer accountability, reporting near misses and/or adverse events immediately and identifying solutions via collaboration. Adopts lean principles in driving process improvements. Role models situational awareness, using teachable moments to improve safety., • Monitors self and employee compliance with policies, procedures, and System HR Standards of Practice and performs associated actions upon non-compliance (i.e., focal point review requirements, disaster plan, in-services, influenza immunization, wage and hour, standard hours, timely termination submission, timely timecard approval, etc.)., • Prepares measurable goals and objectives that are consistent with Houston Methodist priorities, and develops action plans for achieving goals, incorporating collaborative efforts when appropriate. FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Assists in the development of department budget and ensures that the department operates in a cost-effective manner. Manages/audits department expenses within approved budget parameters, ensuring that the department meets the budgeted/flex revenue and/or expense targets on a monthly and annual basis. Develops staffing plans and schedules to meet department/patient care needs that reflect understanding of the importance of cost-effectiveness., • Implements department strategies to achieve financial target and staffing needs, developing others to do the same, through optimizing productivity, supply/resource efficiency, minimizing incidental overtime and overtime percentage, and other areas according to department specifications., • Plans coverage of unit to maximize presence of management and staff. Develops staffing plans and schedules to meet department/patient care needs that reflect understanding of the importance of cost-effectiveness. GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Identifies and implements innovative solutions for practice or workflow changes to improve department operations or other department-specific measures by leading unit projects and/or other department/system directed shared governance activities. Supports change initiatives, maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusts effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures., • Proactively evaluates processes; recommends and implements action plan(s) for change; follows through to ensure effective, sustainable change. Participates in the development and implementation of new procedures and the review and revision of existing procedures., • Identifies opportunities and takes action to build strategic relationships between one’s area and other areas, teams, departments, and units to achieve business goals., • Seeks opportunities to identify developmental needs of self and staff and takes appropriate action. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the individual development plan (IDP) on an ongoing basis. Conducts conversations with staff on their development and IDP. SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE • Uniform: No, • Scrubs: Yes, • Business professional: Yes, • Other (department approved): No ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. • On Call* Yes TRAVEL** Travel specifications may vary by department • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes, • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited school of Nursing EXPERIENCE • Three years’ experience in nursing, one year in a progressive leadership role in healthcare; for HM internal, two years’ experience in nursing which includes HM performance that demonstrates leadership abilities, i.e. charge nurse responsibilities LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • Magnet - ANCC Recognized Leadership Certification (ANCC) within 1 year Company Profile: Houston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas and one of America’s “Best Hospitals.” As a full-service, acute-care hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the nation’s largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program. Two of Houston Methodist’s primary academic affiliates are among the nation’s leading health care organizations: Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University of Houston. Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Liver Transplant Team At Houston Methodist, the Pre-Transplant Coordinator position a registered nurse, responsible for participating in department initiatives, facilitating, and coordinating all aspects of the transplant referral, evaluation, waiting period, and peri-operative phases of transplantation. This position demonstrates the ability to continuously progress in skill to care for increasingly complex patients, receiving coaching from experienced Transplant Coordinators and management, benefiting from their practice. The Pre-Transplant Coordinator position interacts with all members of interprofessional transplant team to ensure coordination of care for the pre-transplant patient. This position demonstrates clinical knowledge and competence when providing care, as appropriate, using technology, and managing emergencies, acting as a patient and family advocate to monitor and maintain patient rights. The Pre-Transplant Coordinator position communicates and collaborates with the physicians and interprofessional health care team to facilitate and maintain compassionate, efficient, quality care and achievement of desired treatment outcomes. FLSA STATUS Exempt QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited School of Nursing EXPERIENCE • Four years nursing experience or three years’ Oncology/BMT-specific experience for area of specialty, • Previous transplant acute care and/or ICU experience preferred LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association SKILLS AND ABILITIES • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations, • 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, • 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, • Strong assessment, organizational and problem-solving skill as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components, • Skilled at managing complex patient caseload and ability to prioritize/triage based on patient status, • Presents a professional image at work and all work-related events, • Knowledgeable of OPTN/UNOS/NMDP/CIBMTR/FACT policies and listing requirements, CMS Conditions of Participation, • Participates in department donor awareness events, educational opportunities, and community activities, • Ability to provide assistance to physicians in perioperative setting, • Working knowledge of Microsoft products ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Uses therapeutic communication in an active, positive, and effective manner with all transplant team members, patients, referring physicians, and other health care providers, reporting pertinent patient care and family data in a comprehensive and unbiased manner. Accurately communicates candidate’s status and evaluation outcome and maintains communication while candidate is on the waitlist., • Identifies and responds to the clinical, psychosocial, and economic needs of the transplant patient/family/caregiver during evaluation, waiting, and pre-operative transplant phases, • Fosters teamwork approach in all interactions with peers and team members. Anticipates needs of other team members; proactively offering assistance. Contributes to meeting department score for employee engagement. SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Coordinates with interprofessional team the evaluation process for potential transplant candidate, including, but not limited to Medical/Surgical evaluation, Psychosocial evaluation, Educational assessment, laboratory evaluation including serologies, tissue typing, and antibodies per protocol, radiological evaluation, and nutritional evaluation., • Establishes mutual educational goals with patient and family/caregivers their responsibility throughout the transplant process and provides education and appropriate resources regarding living donor options, Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network/United Network of Organ Sharing (OPTN/UNOS) or National Marrow Donor Programs/Foundation for Accreditation of Cellular Therapy/Center of International Blood and Marrow Transplant Research (NMDP/FACT/CIBMTR) regulations, where applicable., • Recognizes potential problems, abnormal diagnostic findings, and/or significant changes during the waiting phase, coordinating required care. Collects and evaluates medical, psychosocial, and financial data for review by transplant team in the patient selection committee., • Ensures patient and referring physician are informed in writing of transplant listing, denial, or postponement. Informs and educates patient/family/caregiver at time of listing waitlist process, Transplant Process, Risk/benefits, including utilization of expanded donors, high-risk donors, if applicable. Ensures antibody screen is obtained regularly per transplant center protocol. Maintains routine health maintenance and surveillance for malignancy during the waiting period. Identifies the need for candidate re-evaluation and initiates when appropriate., • Participates in transplant event process according to transplant center protocol, as applicable. Contributes to meeting department and organ program targets for process and patient satisfaction measures. QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Identifies appropriate candidate upon referral and ascertains requirements for evaluation, including possible co-morbidities, absolute and relative contraindications to transplantation, communicating all findings with transplant team. Provides and maintains comprehensive documentation of evaluation process. Provides data to OPTN/UNOS/NMDP/CIBMTR/FACT for listing statistics, i.e., Candidate Registration Form/CIBMTR forms., • Maintains and updates candidate listing status per OPTN/UNOS/NMDP regulations. Provides and maintains comprehensive documentation of candidate progress while on waitlist, and donor/recipient transplant information., • Maintains and submits accurate data for hospital-based statistics and regulatory agencies, if applicable, such as OPTN/UNOS/CMS/NMDP/CIBMTR/FACT, and Medicaid to ensure compliance with all government reporting requirements, and proper quality outcomes monitoring. Contributes to meeting department and organ program targets for quality, compliance, and safety. FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Validates patient’s insurance authorization for applicable diagnostic testing, ensuring documentation of applicable clinical activities for department charge capture and proper department financial management., • Utilizes time between heavy workloads efficiently and helps other team members. Contributes to meeting department and organ program financial measures. GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Offers innovative solutions through participation in performance improvement projects. Contributes to department initiatives for quality and process improvement., • Participates in transplant-specific continuous learning and growth. Applies evidence-based practice to daily work, i.e., attending CMPI, reviewing the professional literature and attending professional meetings and sharing with colleagues. Identifies own learning needs and actively seeks educational opportunities, both formal and informal, to meet those needs. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an on-going basis. SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE • Uniform: No, • Scrubs: Yes, • Business professional: Yes, • Other (department approved): No ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. • On Call* Yes TRAVEL** Travel specifications may vary by department • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No, • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited School of Nursing EXPERIENCE • Four years nursing experience or three years’ Oncology/BMT-specific experience for area of specialty, • Previous transplant acute care and/or ICU experience preferred LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association Company Profile: Houston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas and one of America’s “Best Hospitals.” As a full-service, acute-care hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the nation’s largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program. Two of Houston Methodist’s primary academic affiliates are among the nation’s leading health care organizations: Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University of Houston. Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

BMT | | Bone Marrow Transplant At Houston Methodist, the Pre-Transplant Coordinator position a registered nurse, responsible for participating in department initiatives, facilitating, and coordinating all aspects of the transplant referral, evaluation, waiting period, and peri-operative phases of transplantation. This position demonstrates the ability to continuously progress in skill to care for increasingly complex patients, receiving coaching from experienced Transplant Coordinators and management, benefiting from their practice. The Pre-Transplant Coordinator position interacts with all members of interprofessional transplant team to ensure coordination of care for the pre-transplant patient. This position demonstrates clinical knowledge and competence when providing care, as appropriate, using technology, and managing emergencies, acting as a patient and family advocate to monitor and maintain patient rights. The Pre-Transplant Coordinator position communicates and collaborates with the physicians and interprofessional health care team to facilitate and maintain compassionate, efficient, quality care and achievement of desired treatment outcomes. FLSA STATUS Exempt QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited School of Nursing EXPERIENCE • Four years nursing experience or three years’ Oncology/BMT-specific experience for area of specialty, • Previous transplant acute care and/or ICU experience preferred LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations, • 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, • 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, • Strong assessment, organizational and problem-solving skill as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components, • Skilled at managing complex patient caseload and ability to prioritize/triage based on patient status, • Presents a professional image at work and all work-related events, • Knowledgeable of OPTN/UNOS/NMDP/CIBMTR/FACT policies and listing requirements, CMS Conditions of Participation, • Participates in department donor awareness events, educational opportunities, and community activities, • Ability to provide assistance to physicians in perioperative setting, • Working knowledge of Microsoft products ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Uses therapeutic communication in an active, positive, and effective manner with all transplant team members, patients, referring physicians, and other health care providers, reporting pertinent patient care and family data in a comprehensive and unbiased manner. Accurately communicates candidate’s status and evaluation outcome and maintains communication while candidate is on the waitlist., • Identifies and responds to the clinical, psychosocial, and economic needs of the transplant patient/family/caregiver during evaluation, waiting, and pre-operative transplant phases, • Fosters teamwork approach in all interactions with peers and team members. Anticipates needs of other team members; proactively offering assistance. Contributes to meeting department score for employee engagement. SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Coordinates with interprofessional team the evaluation process for potential transplant candidate, including, but not limited to Medical/Surgical evaluation, Psychosocial evaluation, Educational assessment, laboratory evaluation including serologies, tissue typing, and antibodies per protocol, radiological evaluation, and nutritional evaluation., • Establishes mutual educational goals with patient and family/caregivers their responsibility throughout the transplant process and provides education and appropriate resources regarding living donor options, Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network/United Network of Organ Sharing (OPTN/UNOS) or National Marrow Donor Programs/Foundation for Accreditation of Cellular Therapy/Center of International Blood and Marrow Transplant Research (NMDP/FACT/CIBMTR) regulations, where applicable., • Recognizes potential problems, abnormal diagnostic findings, and/or significant changes during the waiting phase, coordinating required care. Collects and evaluates medical, psychosocial, and financial data for review by transplant team in the patient selection committee., • Ensures patient and referring physician are informed in writing of transplant listing, denial, or postponement. Informs and educates patient/family/caregiver at time of listing waitlist process, Transplant Process, Risk/benefits, including utilization of expanded donors, high-risk donors, if applicable. Ensures antibody screen is obtained regularly per transplant center protocol. Maintains routine health maintenance and surveillance for malignancy during the waiting period. Identifies the need for candidate re-evaluation and initiates when appropriate., • Participates in transplant event process according to transplant center protocol, as applicable. Contributes to meeting department and organ program targets for process and patient satisfaction measures. QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Identifies appropriate candidate upon referral and ascertains requirements for evaluation, including possible co-morbidities, absolute and relative contraindications to transplantation, communicating all findings with transplant team. Provides and maintains comprehensive documentation of evaluation process. Provides data to OPTN/UNOS/NMDP/CIBMTR/FACT for listing statistics, i.e., Candidate Registration Form/CIBMTR forms., • Maintains and updates candidate listing status per OPTN/UNOS/NMDP regulations. Provides and maintains comprehensive documentation of candidate progress while on waitlist, and donor/recipient transplant information., • Maintains and submits accurate data for hospital-based statistics and regulatory agencies, if applicable, such as OPTN/UNOS/CMS/NMDP/CIBMTR/FACT, and Medicaid to ensure compliance with all government reporting requirements, and proper quality outcomes monitoring. Contributes to meeting department and organ program targets for quality, compliance, and safety. FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Validates patient’s insurance authorization for applicable diagnostic testing, ensuring documentation of applicable clinical activities for department charge capture and proper department financial management., • Utilizes time between heavy workloads efficiently and helps other team members. Contributes to meeting department and organ program financial measures. GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Offers innovative solutions through participation in performance improvement projects. Contributes to department initiatives for quality and process improvement., • Participates in transplant-specific continuous learning and growth. Applies evidence-based practice to daily work, i.e., attending CMPI, reviewing the professional literature and attending professional meetings and sharing with colleagues. Identifies own learning needs and actively seeks educational opportunities, both formal and informal, to meet those needs. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an on-going basis. SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE • Uniform: No, • Scrubs: Yes, • Business professional: Yes, • Other (department approved): No ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. • On Call* Yes TRAVEL** Travel specifications may vary by department • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No, • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited School of Nursing EXPERIENCE • Four years nursing experience or three years’ Oncology/BMT-specific experience for area of specialty, • Previous transplant acute care and/or ICU experience preferred LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association Company Profile: Houston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas and one of America’s “Best Hospitals.” As a full-service, acute-care hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the nation’s largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program. Two of Houston Methodist’s primary academic affiliates are among the nation’s leading health care organizations: Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University of Houston. Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At Houston Methodist, the Nurse Practitioner Acute Care (NP) AC (ACLS) position is responsible for functioning as a licensed registered nurse and care provider to provide all aspects of patient care, including diagnosis, treatment and consultation while maintaining and promoting the health of the patient. This position may work in both inpatient and outpatient situations and performs according to the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Texas and as part of a treatment team. The NP AC (ACLS) position role models compassionate communication with patients, physicians and the interprofessional health care team and provides education to patients about preventative care and prescribed treatments. This position may also conduct physicals, order tests and serve as a patient's healthcare provider, prescribing medications as appropriate. The NP AC (ACLS) position affects direct patient care according to the Houston Methodist Professional Practice Model, Nursing Practice and Professional Performance policies and procedures. FLSA STATUS Exempt QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Master’s degree or higher from an accredited school of Nursing and graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioners program EXPERIENCE • Two years of registered nurse, advanced practice or nurse practitioner clinical experience LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • APRN Acute Care state license and, • Magnet ANCC-recognized Acute-Care practitioner certification and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • AP - Prescriptive Authority - Texas Board of Nursing - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV and, • DEA - Narcotics License (DEA) - Drug Enforcement Administration_PSV SKILLS AND ABILITIES • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations, • 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, • 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, • Demonstrates highly developed assessment, clinical, documentation, leadership, and analytical skills, • Uses therapeutic communication to establish a relationship with patients, families and interprofessional team to collaborate on the plan of care, • Strong organizational and problem-solving skill as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components, • Ability to function independently and exercise judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional care team and patients and their families, • Demonstrates proficient time management skills, • Uses critical thinking skills and clinical judgment to work autonomously as defined by the Nurse Practice Act ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Demonstrates leadership as a clinical resource, interprofessional consultant, and patient advocate. Identifies staff development opportunities for professional growth of colleagues, provides coaching to meet identified goals., • Communicates organizational information and aspects of administrative and clinical practice in a respectful and positive manner when interacting with staff. Advocates for a balanced workload, promotes positive behaviors, and peer-to-peer accountability. Facilitates the promotion of teamwork., • Collaborates with the interprofessional healthcare team members to manage/coordinate patient care. Advocates on patient/family’s behalf to identify and resolve clinical and ethical concerns., • Collaborates to foster healthy relationships in the work environment. Acts as a role model and coaches staff in effective verbal, non-verbal and written communication. Serves as preceptor for Nurse Practitioner students and medical resident(s), as applicable. Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards improvement of department score for employee engagement. SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Coordinates appropriate, timely patient care under physician supervision, for a defined patient population(s), focusing on identified expected unit/optimal outcomes, individualized to the patient. Prioritizes care based on the patient’s needs, abilities, and preferences., • Coordinates patient care between healthcare providers. Attends and participates in interprofessional rounds, as appropriate., • Helps drive improvement of department score for patient satisfaction, through peer-to-peer accountability to service standards. QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Functions as a quality care provider, coordinating, maintaining, and promoting the health of the patient. Assists the interprofessional healthcare team in the development and implementation of protocols to ensure patient safety. Affects direct patient care according to the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Texas and the Houston Methodist Professional Practice Model Nursing Practice and Professional Performance., • Conducts health assessments (initial, ongoing, discharge, as appropriate). Identifies normal/abnormal health characteristics, develops plan of care, initiates appropriate interventions, and evaluates care outcomes on defined patient populations(s)., • Performs invasive, diagnostic, or therapeutic procedures necessary for defined patient population(s) based on licensure and credentialed privileges., • Provides safe and effective care by leading and initiating outcome, quality, and safety improvement activities in alignment with organizational goals. Integrates and contributes to professional practice standards, policies, procedures, protocols and leads improvements in patient safety-related processes. FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Implements department strategies to achieve financial targets and mentors others to do the same through timely documentation of care, decreasing length of stay, optimizing efficiency, and other areas according to departmental specifications., • Projects awareness and understanding of resource allocation based on patient needs and staff experience, knowledge, and skills. GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Promotes quality health care through integration of current research into practice and participation in research/evidence-based activities. Identifies opportunities for practice changes and performance improvement., • Provides education of information/knowledge in professional activities such as research, presentations, and publications. Expands individual nursing knowledge and coaches staff to grow in knowledge, abilities, skills, and attitudes. Serves as clinical resource. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an ongoing basis. SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE • Uniform: No, • Scrubs: Yes, • Business professional: Yes, • Other (department approved): Yes ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. • On Call* Yes TRAVEL** Travel specifications may vary by department • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes, • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Master’s degree or higher from an accredited school of Nursing and graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioners program EXPERIENCE • Two years of registered nurse, advanced practice or nurse practitioner clinical experience LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • APRN Acute Care state license and, • Magnet ANCC-recognized Acute-Care practitioner certification and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • AP - Prescriptive Authority - Texas Board of Nursing - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV and, • DEA - Narcotics License (DEA) - Drug Enforcement Administration_PSV Company Profile: Houston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas and one of America’s “Best Hospitals.” As a full-service, acute-care hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the nation’s largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program. Two of Houston Methodist’s primary academic affiliates are among the nation’s leading health care organizations: Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University of Houston. Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At Houston Methodist, the Registered Nurse (RN) PRN Endoscopy 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 Endoscopy 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 Endoscopy 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 Endoscopy 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. FLSA STATUS Non-exempt QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section EXPERIENCE • Two years registered nurse experience in a healthcare environment LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association within 4 months Preferred, • Magnet - ANCC Recognized Certification KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations as defined in orientation checklist and annual departmental competency checklist, • 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, • 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, • Strong assessment, organizational and problem solving skills as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components, • Ability to function independently and exercise judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional care team and patients and their families, • Uses critical thinking skills and clinical judgment to work autonomously as defined by the Nurse Practice Act, • Demonstrates proficient time management skills, • Maintains level of professional contributions as defined in Clinical Career Path program guide, • Working knowledge of Microsoft products including Outlook ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Uses therapeutic communication, which includes active listening and teaching, to establish a relationship with patients, families and interprofessional health care team to collaborate on the plan of care., • Contributes to teamwork by awareness of overall unit acuity, consistently offering assistance, and responding positively to requests for assistance. Collaborates to foster healthy relationships in the work environment. Seeks guidance from and offers guidance to interprofessional health care team, when appropriate, and applies feedback to improve patient outcomes., • Implements staff education specific to patient populations and unit processes; coaches and mentors other staff and students. May include preceptorship. Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards improvement of department score for turnover/retention/employee engagement on unit-based scorecard. SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Follows the patient and family-centered care standards, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document. Conducts nursing assessments, assists with exams and treatment, and maintenance of medical records. Practices in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity and inclusion principles., • Develops, updates and communicates plan of care, including discharge, in partnership with the patient, family and interprofessional health care team, using the nursing process. Prioritizes care based on the patient’s needs, abilities and preferences. Advocates on patient/family’s behalf to identify and resolve clinical and ethical concerns, utilizing appropriate resources., • Provides patient teaching based on learning needs, uses appropriate resources, incorporating planning for care after discharge. Consistently evaluates the patient’s comprehension and adapts teaching methods accordingly., • Helps drive improvement of department score for patient satisfaction on unit-based scorecard, through peer-to-peer accountability to service standards. QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Follows the standards of care related to the nursing process, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document., • Follows the standards related to regulatory requirements and professional practice as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document. Identifies areas of practice improvements with research-based evidence to achieve core measure and patient safety outcomes, supported by accurate documentation., • Provides and modifies care to complex patients and coordinates care with the interprofessional team based on evaluation of the patient’s condition, supported by accurate documentation. Utilizes clinical judgement, using an evidence-based analytical approach., • Improves quality and safety scores on the unit-based scorecard, through peer-to-peer accountability, reporting near misses, and collaborating with the interprofessional health care team. FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Displays self-motivation to independently manage time effectively, timely document care, minimize incidental overtime, and prioritize daily tasks. Provides input into the unit resource utilization including unit capital and operational budget needs., • Contributes towards meeting department financial targets on unit-based scorecard through decreasing length of stay, optimizing efficiency and other areas according to department specifications. GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Identifies and presents areas for innovation, efficiency and improvement in patient care or unit operations using evidence-based practice literature. Offers innovative solutions through evidence-based practice/performance improvement projects and shared governance activities., • Champions new care pathways or service line implementation to improve service to the community. Identifies trends for improvement opportunities or practice changes and supports initiatives. Researches the change and presents options to shared governance and leadership. SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE • Uniform: No, • Scrubs: Yes, • Business professional: No, • Other (department approved): No ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. • On Call* Yes TRAVEL** Travel specifications may vary by department • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes, • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section EXPERIENCE • Two years registered nurse experience in a healthcare environment LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association within 4 months Preferred, • Magnet - ANCC Recognized Certification Company Profile: Houston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas and one of America’s “Best Hospitals.” As a full-service, acute-care hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the nation’s largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program. Two of Houston Methodist’s primary academic affiliates are among the nation’s leading health care organizations: Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University of Houston. Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At Houston Methodist, the Pre-Transplant Coordinator position a registered nurse, responsible for participating in department initiatives, facilitating, and coordinating all aspects of the transplant referral, evaluation, waiting period, and peri-operative phases of transplantation. This position demonstrates the ability to continuously progress in skill to care for increasingly complex patients, receiving coaching from experienced Transplant Coordinators and management, benefiting from their practice. The Pre-Transplant Coordinator position interacts with all members of interprofessional transplant team to ensure coordination of care for the pre-transplant patient. This position demonstrates clinical knowledge and competence when providing care, as appropriate, using technology, and managing emergencies, acting as a patient and family advocate to monitor and maintain patient rights. The Pre-Transplant Coordinator position communicates and collaborates with the physicians and interprofessional health care team to facilitate and maintain compassionate, efficient, quality care and achievement of desired treatment outcomes. FLSA STATUS Exempt QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited School of Nursing EXPERIENCE • Four years nursing experience or three years’ Oncology/BMT-specific experience for area of specialty, • Previous transplant acute care and/or ICU experience preferred LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations, • 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, • 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, • Strong assessment, organizational and problem-solving skill as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components, • Skilled at managing complex patient caseload and ability to prioritize/triage based on patient status, • Presents a professional image at work and all work-related events, • Knowledgeable of OPTN/UNOS/NMDP/CIBMTR/FACT policies and listing requirements, CMS Conditions of Participation, • Participates in department donor awareness events, educational opportunities, and community activities, • Ability to provide assistance to physicians in perioperative setting, • Working knowledge of Microsoft products ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Uses therapeutic communication in an active, positive, and effective manner with all transplant team members, patients, referring physicians, and other health care providers, reporting pertinent patient care and family data in a comprehensive and unbiased manner. Accurately communicates candidate’s status and evaluation outcome and maintains communication while candidate is on the waitlist., • Identifies and responds to the clinical, psychosocial, and economic needs of the transplant patient/family/caregiver during evaluation, waiting, and pre-operative transplant phases, • Fosters teamwork approach in all interactions with peers and team members. Anticipates needs of other team members; proactively offering assistance. Contributes to meeting department score for employee engagement. SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Coordinates with interprofessional team the evaluation process for potential transplant candidate, including, but not limited to Medical/Surgical evaluation, Psychosocial evaluation, Educational assessment, laboratory evaluation including serologies, tissue typing, and antibodies per protocol, radiological evaluation, and nutritional evaluation., • Establishes mutual educational goals with patient and family/caregivers their responsibility throughout the transplant process and provides education and appropriate resources regarding living donor options, Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network/United Network of Organ Sharing (OPTN/UNOS) or National Marrow Donor Programs/Foundation for Accreditation of Cellular Therapy/Center of International Blood and Marrow Transplant Research (NMDP/FACT/CIBMTR) regulations, where applicable., • Recognizes potential problems, abnormal diagnostic findings, and/or significant changes during the waiting phase, coordinating required care. Collects and evaluates medical, psychosocial, and financial data for review by transplant team in the patient selection committee., • Ensures patient and referring physician are informed in writing of transplant listing, denial, or postponement. Informs and educates patient/family/caregiver at time of listing waitlist process, Transplant Process, Risk/benefits, including utilization of expanded donors, high-risk donors, if applicable. Ensures antibody screen is obtained regularly per transplant center protocol. Maintains routine health maintenance and surveillance for malignancy during the waiting period. Identifies the need for candidate re-evaluation and initiates when appropriate., • Participates in transplant event process according to transplant center protocol, as applicable. Contributes to meeting department and organ program targets for process and patient satisfaction measures. QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Identifies appropriate candidate upon referral and ascertains requirements for evaluation, including possible co-morbidities, absolute and relative contraindications to transplantation, communicating all findings with transplant team. Provides and maintains comprehensive documentation of evaluation process. Provides data to OPTN/UNOS/NMDP/CIBMTR/FACT for listing statistics, i.e., Candidate Registration Form/CIBMTR forms., • Maintains and updates candidate listing status per OPTN/UNOS/NMDP regulations. Provides and maintains comprehensive documentation of candidate progress while on waitlist, and donor/recipient transplant information., • Maintains and submits accurate data for hospital-based statistics and regulatory agencies, if applicable, such as OPTN/UNOS/CMS/NMDP/CIBMTR/FACT, and Medicaid to ensure compliance with all government reporting requirements, and proper quality outcomes monitoring. Contributes to meeting department and organ program targets for quality, compliance, and safety. FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Validates patient’s insurance authorization for applicable diagnostic testing, ensuring documentation of applicable clinical activities for department charge capture and proper department financial management., • Utilizes time between heavy workloads efficiently and helps other team members. Contributes to meeting department and organ program financial measures. GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Offers innovative solutions through participation in performance improvement projects. Contributes to department initiatives for quality and process improvement., • Participates in transplant-specific continuous learning and growth. Applies evidence-based practice to daily work, i.e., attending CMPI, reviewing the professional literature and attending professional meetings and sharing with colleagues. Identifies own learning needs and actively seeks educational opportunities, both formal and informal, to meet those needs. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an on-going basis. SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE • Uniform: No, • Scrubs: Yes, • Business professional: Yes, • Other (department approved): No ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. • On Call* Yes TRAVEL** Travel specifications may vary by department • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No, • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited School of Nursing EXPERIENCE • Four years nursing experience or three years’ Oncology/BMT-specific experience for area of specialty, • Previous transplant acute care and/or ICU experience preferred LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association Company Profile: Houston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas and one of America’s “Best Hospitals.” As a full-service, acute-care hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the nation’s largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program. Two of Houston Methodist’s primary academic affiliates are among the nation’s leading health care organizations: Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University of Houston. Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At Houston Methodist, the Director Nursing position is responsible for the 24/7 management of the assigned nursing units and departments in terms of the quality of nursing care delivered, as well as for planning, organizing, leading and evaluating nursing services within area of specialty. This position provides leadership and oversight in the accomplishment of strategic and operational objectives of the Department of Nursing. The Director Nursing position provides strategic direction for nursing and business operations, responsible for establishing strategic and tactical plans for clinical services, new programs and human resource allocation. This position promotes a practice environment that empowers nurses to provide effective, compassionate, efficient and knowledgeable nursing care. The Director Nursing position works in cooperation with the Medical Staff to ensure regulations and accreditation standards are maintained. The Director position responsibilities include overseeing the activities of the department staff, ensuring quality, productivity, functional excellence and efficiency to accomplish strategic and operational objectives. In addition, this position is accountable for employee engagement, adequate staffing levels, budget development and compliance, staffing decisions such as hiring and terminating employment, coaching and counseling employees on work related performance, and developing and implementing policies and procedures to ensure a safe and effective work environment. This position also ensures training, monitoring and operations initiatives are implemented which secure compliance with ethical and legal business practices and accreditation/regulatory/government regulations. FLSA STATUS Exempt QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Bachelor’s degree and Master’s degree one of which is nursing. If no current Master’s degree must obtain within two years; must be enrolled in a degree program at time of transfer/hire EXPERIENCE • Three years experience in a clinical setting, two of those years with people management experience LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • Magnet-ANCC Recognized Leadership Certification within 1 year KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations, • Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially about activities impacting patient or employee safety or security, • Demonstrates the ability to interact with others in a way that gives them confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization, • Ability to use appropriate interpersonal styles and techniques to gain acceptance of ideas or plans; modifying one’s own behavior to accommodate tasks, situations and individuals involved, • Demonstrates leadership qualities and critical thinking through self-direction initiative and effective interpersonal skills and oral/written communication skills, • Ability to identify and understand issues, problems and opportunities, comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints and probable consequences, • Extensive knowledge of regulatory and accreditation agency requirements that impact department; stays abreast of industry changes, • Demonstrates highly effective communication skills—strong written communications and platform presentation abilities, • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, • Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in the workplace, • Capable of leading teams/facilitating groups, building consensus and garnering highest confidence in professionalism and work product by senior leadership, • Ability to work under pressure and balance many competing priorities; highly responsive and solution/action oriented, • Proficiency in spreadsheet, word processing, and presentation software, • Maintains a positive and supportive attitude and demeanor, • Professional handling of exposure to confidential/sensitive information ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Directs, develops and implements strategic and operational/high level projects and processes either through independent/highly autonomous work or through the facilitation of work teams to enable the effective and efficient completion of objectives., • Oversees management of and ensures development for staff to meet overall objectives in terms of quality, service and cost effectiveness. Provides timely guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas needed to accomplish a task or solve a problem. Directs management responsibilities of selection, scheduling, supervision, retention, and evaluation of employees., • Meets or exceeds threshold goal for department turnover and/or system metrics on employee engagement indicators., • Provides leadership and communication to maintain a competent and engaged employee group by conducting regular department meetings to review policies and procedures and operational matters, rounding on all employees, completing performance appraisals, conducting new hire feedback sessions, coaching/corrective counseling, and providing recognition/commendations to achieve desired outcomes., • Identifies opportunities and takes action to build strategic relationships between one’s area and other areas, teams, departments, and units to achieve business goals. Drives the promotion of teamwork within and between departments; participates and/or leads and facilitates department process improvements as needed., • Implements change, demonstrating the ability to motivate employees and follow through to ensure change in behavior has actually occurred., • Motivates staff, researching and implementing strategies to keep employees engaged while maintaining compliance in terms of the quality of nursing care delivered. SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Oversees department operations, designated projects, schedules and activities as needed to ensure that goals or objectives are accomplished within the prescribed time frame. Sets priorities and functional standards, giving direction to staff as necessary to ensure the best possible delivery of service and high customer/patient satisfaction., • Drives department service standards and activities to impact department and/or system score for patient/customer-based satisfaction, through role modeling and fostering accountability. Serves and actively participates on various entity committees as a voice for the department., • Maintains 24-hour/7-days a week accountability and authority for decisions regarding patient care, department operations and personnel management for designated unit(s). QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Ensures a safe and effective working environment; monitors and/or revises the department safety plan and/or any specific accreditation/regulatory required safety guidelines. Responsible for staff maintenance of credentials and competencies, per accrediting/licensing agency and/or department guidelines as applicable., • Employs a proactive approach in the optimization of safe outcomes and information systems by monitoring and improving the department workflow and enhancing operations, using peer-to-peer accountability and identifying solutions via collaboration. Implements process improvements utilizing tools such as lean principles. Role models situational awareness, using teachable moments to improve safety., • Responsible for employee compliance to policies and procedures and performs associated actions upon non-compliance (i.e., licensure/certification compliance, focal point review requirements, disaster plan, in-services, influenza immunization, wage and hour, standard hours, timely termination submission, timely timecard approval, etc.)., • Remains current and proficient with regulatory requirements for the provision of clinical services. Translates the requirements into operations to ensure compliance. Uses automated systems to access, transmit and produce information., • Coordinates the provision of comprehensive, interprofessional patient care that results in clinical excellence, optimal outcomes and maximum patient and family satisfaction. FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Develops and manages department operational and capital budgets, approvals, and ongoing maintenance of the department(s), ensuring operation in a cost-effective manner. Proactively identifies and plans for capital needs related to current equipment and future department projects. Ensures staffing plans and schedules meet department needs that reflect understanding of the importance of cost-effectiveness., • Creates department strategies to achieve financial target and staffing needs, through optimizing productivity, supply/resource efficiency, minimizing incidental overtime and overtime percentage, and other areas according to department specifications., • Projects anticipated volume and demand for resources, conducts cost analysis, analyzes, and monitors budget reports and variances, evaluating human and material resource utilization and making necessary adjustments. Analyzes and interprets complex data sets and reports (variance analysis, financial/quality, population specific reports). GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Identifies and implements innovative solutions for practice or workflow changes to improve department, entity or system operations by leading unit projects and/or other department/ system-directed activities. Proactively leads task forces and committees. May represent HM at assigned community or professional organization meetings., • Drives change initiatives, maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusts effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures. Partners effectively with stakeholders as appropriate., • Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates My Development Plan (MDP) on an on-going basis. Conducts conversations with staff on their development and MDP. SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE • Uniform: No, • Scrubs: No, • Business professional: Yes, • Other (department approved): No ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. • On Call* Yes TRAVEL** Travel specifications may vary by department • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes, • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Bachelor’s degree and Master’s degree one of which is nursing. If no current Master’s degree must obtain within two years; must be enrolled in a degree program at time of transfer/hire EXPERIENCE • Three years experience in a clinical setting, two of those years with people management experience LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • Magnet-ANCC Recognized Leadership Certification within 1 year Company Profile: Houston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas and one of America’s “Best Hospitals.” As a full-service, acute-care hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the nation’s largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program. Two of Houston Methodist’s primary academic affiliates are among the nation’s leading health care organizations: Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University of Houston. Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At Houston Methodist, the Nurse Practitioner Acute Care (NP-AC) is responsible for functioning as a licensed registered nurse and care provider to provide all aspects of patient care, including diagnosis, treatment and consultation while maintaining and promoting the health of the patient. This position may work in both inpatient and outpatient situations and performs according to the nurse practice act of the State of Texas and as part of a treatment team. The NP-AC position role models compassionate communication with patients, physicians and the interprofessional health care team and provides education to patients about preventative care and prescribed treatments. This position may also conduct physicals, order tests and serve as a patient's healthcare provider, prescribing medications as appropriate. The NP-AC position affects direct patient care according to the Houston Methodist Professional Practice Model Nursing Practice and Professional Performance policies and procedures. FLSA STATUS Exempt QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Master’s degree or higher from an accredited school of Nursing and graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioners program EXPERIENCE • Two years of registered nurse, advanced practice or nurse practitioner clinical experience LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • APRN Acute Care state license and, • Magnet ANCC-recognized Acute-Care practitioner certification and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • AP - Prescriptive Authority - Texas Board of Nursing - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV and, • DEA - Narcotics License (DEA) - Drug Enforcement Administration_PSV within 6 months KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations, • 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, • 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, • Demonstrates highly developed assessment, clinical, documentation, leadership, and analytical skills, • Uses therapeutic communication to establish a relationship with patients, families and interprofessional team to collaborate on the plan of care, • Strong organizational and problem-solving skill as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components, • Ability to function independently and exercise judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional care team and patients and their families, • Demonstrates proficient time management skills, • Uses critical thinking skills and clinical judgment to work autonomously as defined by the Nurse Practice Act ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Demonstrates leadership as a clinical resource, interprofessional consultant, and patient advocate. Identifies staff development opportunities for professional growth of colleagues, provides coaching to meet identified goals., • Communicates organizational information and aspects of administrative and clinical practice in a respectful and positive manner when interacting with staff. Advocates for a balanced workload, promotes positive behaviors, and peer-to-peer accountability. Facilitates the promotion of teamwork., • Collaborates with the interprofessional healthcare team members to manage/coordinate patient care. Advocates on patient/family’s behalf to identify and resolve clinical and ethical concerns., • Collaborates to foster healthy relationships in the work environment. Acts as a role model and coaches staff in effective verbal, non-verbal and written communication. Serves as preceptor for Nurse Practitioner students and medical resident(s), as applicable. Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards improvement of department score for employee engagement. SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Coordinates appropriate, timely patient care under physician supervision, for a defined patient population(s), focusing on identified expected unit/optimal outcomes, individualized to the patient. Prioritizes care based on the patient’s needs, abilities, and preferences., • Coordinates patient care between healthcare providers. Attends and participates in interprofessional rounds, as appropriate., • Helps drive improvement of department score for patient satisfaction, through peer-to-peer accountability to service standards. QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Functions as a quality care provider, coordinating, maintaining, and promoting the health of the patient. Assists the interprofessional healthcare team in the development and implementation of protocols to ensure patient safety. Affects direct patient care according to the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Texas and the Houston Methodist Professional Practice Model Nursing Practice and Professional Performance., • Conducts health assessments (initial, ongoing, discharge, as appropriate). Identifies normal/abnormal health characteristics, develops plan of care, initiates appropriate interventions, and evaluates care outcomes on defined patient populations(s)., • Performs invasive, diagnostic, or therapeutic procedures necessary for defined patient population(s) based on licensure and credentialed privileges., • Provides safe and effective care by leading and initiating outcome, quality, and safety improvement activities in alignment with organizational goals. Integrates and contributes to professional practice standards, policies, procedures, protocols and leads improvements in patient safety-related processes. FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Implements department strategies to achieve financial targets and mentors others to do the same through timely documentation of care, decreasing length of stay, optimizing efficiency, and other areas according to departmental specifications., • Projects awareness and understanding of resource allocation based on patient needs and staff experience, knowledge, and skills. GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Promotes quality health care through integration of current research into practice and participation in research/evidence-based activities. Identifies opportunities for practice changes and performance improvement., • Provides education of information/knowledge in professional activities such as research, presentations, and publications. Expands individual nursing knowledge and coaches staff to grow in knowledge, abilities, skills, and attitudes. Serves as clinical resource. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an ongoing basis. SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE • Uniform: No, • Scrubs: Yes, • Business professional: Yes, • Other (department approved): Yes ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. • On Call* Yes TRAVEL** Travel specifications may vary by department • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes, • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Master’s degree or higher from an accredited school of Nursing and graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioners program EXPERIENCE • Two years of registered nurse, advanced practice or nurse practitioner clinical experience LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • APRN Acute Care state license and, • Magnet ANCC-recognized Acute-Care practitioner certification and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • AP - Prescriptive Authority - Texas Board of Nursing - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV and, • DEA - Narcotics License (DEA) - Drug Enforcement Administration_PSV within 6 months Company Profile: Houston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas and one of America’s “Best Hospitals.” As a full-service, acute-care hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the nation’s largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program. Two of Houston Methodist’s primary academic affiliates are among the nation’s leading health care organizations: Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University of Houston. Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At Houston Methodist, the Charge Nurse position is a licensed professional Registered Nurse (RN) who, as an experienced clinician, functions at the Competent to Proficient stage of Benner's model of clinical practice. This position creates an environment for the management and delivery of safe patient care. In addition to fulfilling the duties and responsibilities of a clinical nurse, the Charge Nurse position is a role model and coach to department personnel and assists in developing their skills and knowledge. This position provides nursing care to a diverse patient population. Besides conducting nursing assessments, assisting with exams and treatment and maintenance of medical records, this position assists in coaching and mentoring department staff in areas of clinical and professional practice. Role modeling compassionate communication with physicians and the interprofessional health care team, the Charge Nurse assumes leadership responsibilities with high-level contributions at the bedside, unit, service line, and across the institution. Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to leading unit and shared governance activities, assessing unit needs related to practice and improvement opportunities, serving as a clinical resource for both unit and hospital staff and coordinating unit and hospital-wide education in partnership with management. FLSA STATUS Non-exempt QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section EXPERIENCE • Twenty four months of clinical nursing experience with demonstration of progressive leadership skills LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association Preferred, • Magnet - ANCC Recognized Certification, • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) within 4 months, • NIHSTROKE - National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Certification (AHA) within 4 months, • NVCRISIS - Nonviolent Crisis Intervention or Instructor (CPI) KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations, • 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, • 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, • Strong assessment, organizational and problem solving skills as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components, • Ability to function independently and exercise judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional healthcare team and patients and their families, • Uses critical thinking skills and clinical judgment to work autonomously as defined by the Nurse Practice Act, • Demonstrates proficient time management skills, • Demonstrates highly developed assessment skills; contributes to policies, procedure and protocols, • Has knowledge of Nursing Unit’s Dashboard and Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) scores, • Demonstrates expertise in operating the electronic medical record, • Maintains level of professional contributions as defined in Clinical Career Path program guide ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Fosters staff engagement by demonstrating active listening, requesting and acknowledging feedback, making equitable decisions, providing rationale when appropriate, and supporting organizational goals. Anticipates the needs of the staff members and proactively offers assistance. Role models inter-professional communication, which includes active listening and teaching, and assists with staff stress management as needed. Improves departmental scores for turnover/retention on unit-based scorecard., • Role models fair and consistent leadership skills for effective team dynamics and team building strategies through problem solving, coaching, and developing staff. Coaches staff to use efficient and effective communication to establish and maintain a team environment, and to include the patient and family as a part of the team regarding their plan of care. Provides input into staff performance reviews, as appropriate., • Functions as a mentor and resource to unit staff, provides oversight for students/new employee/preceptorships. Identifies levels of organizational conflict and applies tools to effectively resolve concerns, complaints or conflict with patients, families, physicians and other inter-professional healthcare team members. SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Leads the patient and family-centered care standards, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document. Mentors others regarding specialty populations; audits plan of care. Practices in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity and inclusion principles., • Maintains ongoing interactions with patients, families, and staff on the improvement of patient care through leader rounding. Ensures effective collaboration with other departments regarding patient process issues., • Drives department service standards and activities to improve department score for patient satisfaction on unit-based scorecard, through role modeling and fostering accountability. QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Models the standards of care related to the nursing process, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document, by actively participating in meeting and improving nurse sensitive quality indicators and patient safety goals. Participates in the creation of a continuous improvement environment by promoting situational awareness, assisting with audits as needed, and using teachable moments., • Coordinates nursing care throughout the shift considering patient acuity, staff skill level and safety to ensure that our duty to our patients can be met. Models the standards related to regulatory requirements and professional practice as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document., • Facilitates seamless patient flow to/from/through the department, leading the delivery of quality family-centered care throughout the continuum of care. Ensures the patient plan of care is accurate and timely, coaching staff if documentation deficiencies are identified. Works closely with the OAs and bed management regarding timely patient placement. Proactively recognizes, determines a plan of action, and responds to situations, such as Rapid Response/CERTs, and emergency codes., • Participates in initiatives to improve quality and safety scores on the unit and hospital scorecards, through peer-to-peer accountability, reporting near misses and identifying solutions by collaborating with the interprofessional team. Role models situational awareness, using teachable moments to improve safety. Assists with audits as needed. FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Implements department strategies to achieve financial target on unit-based scorecard and mentors others to do the same through timely documentation of care, decreasing length of stay, optimizing efficiency, minimizing incidental overtime, and other areas according to departmental specifications., • Attends daily care coordination rounds to facilitate patient progression. Ensures that follow-up has been implemented on any concerns or issues identified by the team. Manages productivity in accordance with staffing grid., • Provides input into unit resource utilization including unit capital and operational budget needs. Oversees shift by shift resource utilization through the allocation of staff, supplies and contributions to the patient throughput. GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Fosters identification and implementation of innovative solutions for practice changes to improve patient care or unit operations such as reduction of hospital readmissions or other department-specific measures by leading and/or participating in unit projects and shared governance activities. Investigates and incorporates evidence-based practices which are presented to shared governance and leadership. Supports change initiatives and adapts to unexpected changes., • Expands individual nursing knowledge and coaches staff to grow in knowledge, abilities, skills, and attitudes. Serves as clinical resource. Develops and disseminates, as appropriate, informational/educational resources and programs designed to improve quality and professional practice. SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE • Uniform: Yes, • Scrubs: Yes, • Business professional: No, • Other (department approved): No ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. • On Call* Yes TRAVEL** Travel specifications may vary by department • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes, • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section EXPERIENCE • Twenty four months of clinical nursing experience with demonstration of progressive leadership skills LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association Preferred, • Magnet - ANCC Recognized Certification, • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) within 4 months, • NIHSTROKE - National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Certification (AHA) within 4 months, • NVCRISIS - Nonviolent Crisis Intervention or Instructor (CPI) Company Profile: Houston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas and one of America’s “Best Hospitals.” As a full-service, acute-care hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the nation’s largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program. Two of Houston Methodist’s primary academic affiliates are among the nation’s leading health care organizations: Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University of Houston. Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Description: Paramedic IMMEDIATELY HIRING! Paramedic PER-DIEM Opportunity We’re hiring Paramedics that are passionate about delivering compassionate, high-quality service and advanced patient care to our customers. Responsibilities: Assess each call situation to determine the best course of action while working with progressive Paramedic protocols. Utilize your Paramedic skills on medical equipment and procedures including defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen and suction devices, and intravenous fluids to provide advanced medical care. Communicate with patients and loved ones to provide information and assurance that care is being given. Act as Paramedic team leader and take responsibility for the scene and unit management as needed. Drive the ambulance on 911 responses. Work collaboratively and in a professional manner with all allied health and public safety personnel as well as your fellow Paramedics. Participate in community programs to maintain AMR image and establish strong community relations. Minimum Required Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent (GED) State Paramedic License State Driver’s License BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic Driving record compliant with company policy Pass Physical Agility Test Some work experience, preferably healthcare Preferred Qualifications: Related experience in healthcare Why Choose AMR? is one of ’s (GMR) family of solutions. Our GMR teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services. View the stories on how our employees provide care to the world at _. GMR’s Core Behaviors—keep care at the center, raise your hand, seek to understand, find a way together and be accountable—unite our teams and set us apart in emergency medical services. EEO Statement: Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing _for individuals with a disability. More Information about this Job: Check out our careers site _ to learn more about our benefit options.

Job Description: Paramedic IMMEDIATELY HIRING! Paramedic PER-DIEM Opportunity We’re hiring Paramedics that are passionate about delivering compassionate, high-quality service and advanced patient care to our customers. Responsibilities: Assess each call situation to determine the best course of action while working with progressive Paramedic protocols. Utilize your Paramedic skills on medical equipment and procedures including defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen and suction devices, and intravenous fluids to provide advanced medical care. Communicate with patients and loved ones to provide information and assurance that care is being given. Act as Paramedic team leader and take responsibility for the scene and unit management as needed. Drive the ambulance on 911 responses. Work collaboratively and in a professional manner with all allied health and public safety personnel as well as your fellow Paramedics. Participate in community programs to maintain AMR image and establish strong community relations. Minimum Required Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent (GED) State Paramedic License State Driver’s License BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic Driving record compliant with company policy Pass Physical Agility Test Some work experience, preferably healthcare Preferred Qualifications: Related experience in healthcare Why Choose AMR? is one of ’s (GMR) family of solutions. Our GMR teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services. View the stories on how our employees provide care to the world at _. GMR’s Core Behaviors—keep care at the center, raise your hand, seek to understand, find a way together and be accountable—unite our teams and set us apart in emergency medical services. EEO Statement: Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing _for individuals with a disability. More Information about this Job: Check out our careers site _ to learn more about our benefit options.

Job Description: Paramedic IMMEDIATELY HIRING! Paramedic PER-DIEM Opportunity We’re hiring Paramedics that are passionate about delivering compassionate, high-quality service and advanced patient care to our customers. Responsibilities: Assess each call situation to determine the best course of action while working with progressive Paramedic protocols. Utilize your Paramedic skills on medical equipment and procedures including defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen and suction devices, and intravenous fluids to provide advanced medical care. Communicate with patients and loved ones to provide information and assurance that care is being given. Act as Paramedic team leader and take responsibility for the scene and unit management as needed. Drive the ambulance on 911 responses. Work collaboratively and in a professional manner with all allied health and public safety personnel as well as your fellow Paramedics. Participate in community programs to maintain AMR image and establish strong community relations. Minimum Required Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent (GED) State Paramedic License State Driver’s License BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic Driving record compliant with company policy Pass Physical Agility Test Some work experience, preferably healthcare Preferred Qualifications: Related experience in healthcare Why Choose AMR? is one of ’s (GMR) family of solutions. Our GMR teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services. View the stories on how our employees provide care to the world at _. GMR’s Core Behaviors—keep care at the center, raise your hand, seek to understand, find a way together and be accountable—unite our teams and set us apart in emergency medical services. EEO Statement: Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing _for individuals with a disability. More Information about this Job: Check out our careers site _ to learn more about our benefit options.

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Nuclear Medicine Technologist? At HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years. Job Summary and Qualifications To maintain an efficient, safe pleasant work environment. To assist the Director, Manager, Medical Director and physicist in directing all aspects of care provided by the Medical Imaging Department, including, but limited to; procedures, treatments, quality improvement, quality control, radiation, safety support and other related duties(on call). The technologist prepares, measures, and administers radiopharmaceuticals in diagnostic and therapeutic studies by performing the following duties. What you will do in this role: • Administers therapeutic doses of radiopharmaceuticals under direction of Physician., • Assist the physician in diagnostic procedures., • Assist with transporting patients to and from their rooms when patient is an inpatient., • Calibrates equipment., • Ensures efficient filming of exams for quick interpretation., • Expectations Ethics and Compliance 1. All employees will be held accountable for behaviors displayed relative to the values articulated in the Mission and Values Statement. “Will act with absolute honest, integrity and fairness in the way we conduct our business and the way we live our lives.” 2. All employees will be held accountable for attending training regarding the Code of Conduct program at least annually., • Follows radiation safety techniques in use and disposal of radioactive materials., • Measures radioactivity, using Geiger counters, scalers, and scintillation detectors., • Meets 80% TAT goals., • Monitors the equipment for mechanical safety., • Must pass competency test annually, • Performs diagnostic studies on patients as prescribed by Physician, using scanners or scintillation cameras to detect radiation emitted and to produce image of organ on photographic film., • Practices AITET principles daily., • Prepares stock solutions of radiopharmaceutical materials, calculates doses, and administers doses, under direction of Physician. What qualifications you will need: • Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date, • Vocational School Graduate, • Associate degree, • (NMT) Nuclear Medicine Technologist, or (ARRT-R) Radiography, or (CNMT) Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist 2 years experience Required Years of Experience Benefits HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services, • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services, • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence, • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling, • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing, • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts _ Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. _ is a full-service 340+ bed acute care hospital in Pasadena, Texas. We have been a leader of medical care in Pasadena for more than 50 years. With board-certified physicians, registered nurses and expert technicians, the community has come to rely on us for top-quality, comprehensive and compassionate healthcare. HCA Houston Southeast is the only hospital in Pasadena with both Chest Pain Center Accreditation with Primary PCI and Resuscitation by the American College of Cardiology and full accreditation by The Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations. We are members of HCA Houston Healthcare, the most comprehensive family of hospitals in the region and part of the leading provider of healthcare in the country, HCA Healthcare. Together we are stronger, smarter and more accessible in providing the patient-centered care you need close to home. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. "Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Nuclear Medicine Technologist opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring! We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a(an) Ultrasound Tech Registered with HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back! Job Summary and Qualifications The Ultrasound sonographer performs a variety of technical procedures that require rational independent judgement, ingenuity, and initiative in performing Ultrasounds and Radiology procedures with basic departmental functions and goals. What you will do in this role: • Recognizing the purpose of employment is to prioritize the patient as number one., • Fulfills the duty and responsibility to maintain competence and to continue personal and professional growth., • Identifies and assists with opportunities for performance improvement activities on the unit and with other service areas., • Demonstrates fiscal responsibility by taking ownership of time management, decreasing waste (of time and supplies) and promoting cost effectiveness while maintaining patient safety and quality of care., • Demonstrates the ability to be an advocate for and strive to protect the health, safety and rights of the patient., • Interactions with patients and colleagues demonstrate compassion and respect for the inherent dignity, worth, and uniqueness of every individual, unrestricted by considerations of social or economic status or cultural beliefs., • Communicate effectively with other care providers (physicians, nurses, and satellite staff) to provide for continuity of patient care and to meet the needs of the customers we serve., • Demonstrates ability to fulfill requirements of attendance, punctuality, and timekeeping practices., • Behaviors and interactions demonstrate a positive attitude, personal initiative and motivation to achieve the goals of the unit., • To uphold the standards of the profession and organization and practice ethically and with integrity., • Travel to other satellite facilities as needed for staffing requirements, • Other duties as assigned, • Shift Hours: 8:00am-4:30pm Monday thru Friday with some On Call What qualifications you will need: • Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date, • (RDMS) Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, • (RVT) Registered Vascular Technician, • Graduate of a Professional school of Sonography, • 1+ years of experience Preferred Benefits HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services, • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services, • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence, • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling, • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing, • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts _ Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. _ is a 445+ bed acute care hospital located in the heart of central Houston, adjacent to the Medical Center and Museum District, and provides quality care for the greater Houston area. Established in 1975, our hospital has been serving Houston for more than 40 years. We provide a wide range of medical services, including cardiology, bariatrics, orthopedics, neurology, emergency care and more. Our comprehensive medical specialties are here to offer individualized care to every individual that walks through our doors. We also offer 24/7 emergency services and two intensive care units: surgical intensive care unit (SICU) and medical intensive care unit (MICU). We are an accredited Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP) Center and an accredited Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI. We are members of HCA Houston Healthcare, the most comprehensive family of hospitals in the region and part of the leading provider of healthcare in the country, HCA Healthcare. Together we are stronger, smarter and more accessible in providing the patient-centered care you need close to home. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. "There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder Be a part of an organization that invests in you! We are reviewing applications for our Ultrasound Tech Registered opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your application and help us raise the bar in patient care! We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) Ultrasound Technol Reg PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA Houston ER 24/7 - Westchase which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare. Job Summary and Qualifications Under the general direction of the Director and Manager of Imaging Services and the direct supervision of the Ultrasound Supervisor, the Ultrasound Technologist is responsible for the provision of imaging services to patients in accordance with physicians' orders. The Ultrasound Technologist provides for patient safety and high quality testing. Effective communication and interpersonal skills are required to interact with patient, physicians, visitors, and other staff members. Rapidly changing work flow requires an ability to handle high stress environments. Complete understanding of U/S & medical terminology is a must. Working independently and flexibility to cover call is required What you will do in this role: • Prepares patients for U/S exam, explains procedure and ensures technical quality., • Ensures safe care to patients, adhering to policies, procedures, and standards., • Demonstrates ability to accurately provide quality U/S examinations in a timely manner., • Is able to handle high volume, high stress situations., • Has exceptional critical thinking skills and problem solving abilities., • Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education., • Upholds the highest standards of customer service at all times (“customer” includes patients, family members, co-workers, referring physicians, etc.)., • Actively participates in Performance Improvement (PI) activities established by the Imaging Department., • Possesses knowledge of medical terminology sufficient to work accurately within the Imaging Department., • Serves as a mentor and resource to less experienced staff/students., • Completes other tasks and activities as assigned., • Adheres to the Customer Service Principles of West Houston Medical Center What qualifications you will need: • Basic Cardiac Life Support, • (RDMS-AB) Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer required, • Associate Degree, or Vocational School Graduate, • 2 years experience Required Years of Experience, • RVT high preferred Benefits HCA Houston ER 24/7 - Westchase, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include some or all of the following: • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services, • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services, • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence, • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling, • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing, • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts _ Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and position. _ is a full-service, 300+ bed hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the West Houston communities for over 30 years. We proudly provide Houston residents with exceptional healthcare, including a vast-array of medical services from board-certified doctors and nationally accredited departments. We are recognized as a Certified Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission and under an affiliation agreement with The Woman’s Hospital of Texas, we are able to bring our community The Woman’s Hospital of Texas at West Houston, a three-story cardiac and critical care tower. The Sugar Land Cancer Center and the Sugar Land Diagnostic Center, departments with HCA Houston Healthcare West, provide additional services to meet the needs of our community. We are members of HCA Houston Healthcare, the most comprehensive family of hospitals in the region and part of the leading provider of healthcare in the country, HCA Healthcare. Together we are stronger, smarter and more accessible in providing the patient-centered care you need close to home. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. "Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Ultrasound Technol Reg PRN opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today! We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Surgical Technologist? At The Woman's Hospital of Texas, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years. Job Summary and Qualifications As a Surgical Technologist at HCA Healthcare, your skill, dedication, and impact help drive the success of every surgery. You’ll prepare the surgical suite and assist during operations while collaborating with a highly skilled team that values each member’s expertise. With access to cutting-edge surgical equipment, predictable staffing, on-call support, and opportunities for education and career growth, you’ll have the resources to build a career of a lifetime while improving the lives of patients every day. What you will do in this role: • Plans for and scrubs assigned surgical procedures in accordance with AORN, AST, quality, regulatory, and company standards., • Participates in on-call rotation based on the need of the department., • Operates the sterilizer and other patient care equipment according to manufacturer’s instructions after proper training., • Promotes hospital processes and goals, and communicates issues, whether actual or potential, to appropriate person in the chain of command., • Takes initiative in performing other duties, whether assigned or not, such as assisting with updating surgeon preference cards, pulling case carts, stocking rooms, turning-over the OR, and assisting with scheduled supply inventory., • Quality Improvement: Strives for high quality performance and takes initiative to make improvements and deliver results., • Personal Achievement: Sets and achieves personal goals to advance career-related skills, knowledge and abilities and helps others to improve their skills., • Teamwork: Builds effective relationships across work groups by treating fellow employees with courtesy, respect and inclusiveness; maintains a positive attitude and takes responsibility for assignments. Takes initiative in helping others facilitate the delivery of care and promote efficiency and morale., • Resource Management: Demonstrates accountability, discretion and sound judgment in using or managing hospital resources., • Customer Service: Values and delivers high quality service to all customers through effective application of the ICARE principles and hospital’s service principles., • Completes other activities as assigned. What qualifications you will need: • Graduate of a Surgical Technology for Surgical Technologist role is required., • Certification in Surgical Technology., • Current BCLS certification from the American Heart Association required., • 2 or more years of Surgical Technologist experience is Preferred Benefits The Woman's Hospital of Texas, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services, • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services, • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence, • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling, • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing, • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts _ Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. At _, our care philosophy is Woman First. It’s in our name, and it’s in our founding mission. Our 420+ bed hospital was founded in 1976 by 29 physicians who recognized a need in Houston for a facility focused solely on women in all stages of life. We were the first women's hospital in Houston and first facility in Texas dedicated to the health of women and newborns. Today, we are the state’s premier facility dedicated to the health of women and children offering expertise and an outstanding level of care in breast health, imaging, gynecology, minimally invasive surgery, infertility, obstetrics, high-risk pregnancy, and pediatrics. We deliver 800+ babies a month, more than any other hospital in Texas, and care for more multiple births than any other hospital in the region. Our Level IV NICU provides the highest level of care for premature babies and we have the area's only March of Dimes NICU Family Support program. As a member of HCA Houston Healthcare, the most comprehensive healthcare provider in the region, we are a part of a network that delivers stronger, smarter and more accessible care to women than any other medical system across the Houston area. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. "Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Surgical Technologist opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring! We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Surgical Technologist PRN? At The Woman's Hospital of Texas, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years. Job Summary and Qualifications As a Surgical Technologist at HCA Healthcare, your skill, dedication, and impact help drive the success of every surgery. You’ll prepare the surgical suite and assist during operations while collaborating with a highly skilled team that values each member’s expertise. With access to cutting-edge surgical equipment, predictable staffing, on-call support, and opportunities for education and career growth, you’ll have the resources to build a career of a lifetime while improving the lives of patients every day. What you will do in this role: • Plans for and scrubs assigned surgical procedures in accordance with AORN, AST, quality, regulatory, and company standards., • Participates in on-call rotation based on the need of the department., • Operates the sterilizer and other patient care equipment according to manufacturer’s instructions after proper training., • Promotes hospital processes and goals, and communicates issues, whether actual or potential, to appropriate person in the chain of command., • Takes initiative in performing other duties, whether assigned or not, such as assisting with updating surgeon preference cards, pulling case carts, stocking rooms, turning-over the OR, and assisting with scheduled supply inventory., • Quality Improvement: Strives for high quality performance and takes initiative to make improvements and deliver results., • Personal Achievement: Sets and achieves personal goals to advance career-related skills, knowledge and abilities and helps others to improve their skills., • Teamwork: Builds effective relationships across work groups by treating fellow employees with courtesy, respect and inclusiveness; maintains a positive attitude and takes responsibility for assignments. Takes initiative in helping others facilitate the delivery of care and promote efficiency and morale., • Resource Management: Demonstrates accountability, discretion and sound judgment in using or managing hospital resources., • Customer Service: Values and delivers high quality service to all customers through effective application of the ICARE principles and hospital’s service principles., • Completes other activities as assigned. What qualifications you will need: • Graduate of a Surgical Technology for Surgical Technologist role is required., • Certification in Surgical Technology., • Current BCLS certification from the American Heart Association required., • 1 or more years of Surgical Technologist experience is REQUIRED. Benefits The Woman's Hospital of Texas, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services, • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services, • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence, • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling, • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing, • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts _ Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. At _, our care philosophy is Woman First. It’s in our name, and it’s in our founding mission. Our 420+ bed hospital was founded in 1976 by 29 physicians who recognized a need in Houston for a facility focused solely on women in all stages of life. We were the first women's hospital in Houston and first facility in Texas dedicated to the health of women and newborns. Today, we are the state’s premier facility dedicated to the health of women and children offering expertise and an outstanding level of care in breast health, imaging, gynecology, minimally invasive surgery, infertility, obstetrics, high-risk pregnancy, and pediatrics. We deliver 800+ babies a month, more than any other hospital in Texas, and care for more multiple births than any other hospital in the region. Our Level IV NICU provides the highest level of care for premature babies and we have the area's only March of Dimes NICU Family Support program. As a member of HCA Houston Healthcare, the most comprehensive healthcare provider in the region, we are a part of a network that delivers stronger, smarter and more accessible care to women than any other medical system across the Houston area. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. "Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Surgical Technologist PRN opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring! We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Introduction Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Cardiac Cath Lab Radiology Technologist you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare. Benefits HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: • Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation., • Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more., • Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing, • 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock, • Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance., • Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more, • Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts, • Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships, • Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships), • Colleague recognition program, • Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence), • Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income. _ Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Cardiac Cath Lab Radiology Technologist where your passion for creating positive patient interactions are valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise! Job Summary and Qualifications We are seeking a Cardiac Cath Lab Radiology Technologist for our facility to ensure that we continue to provide all patients with high quality, efficient care. We are an amazing team that works hard to support each other and we are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do. We want you to apply now! What You Will Do In Your Role: • You will be responsible for assisting the R.N. in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care of the Cath Lab patient., • You will be responsible to function in a call-out situation by scrubbing and running the table (x-ray)., • You will ensure archiving and storage of digital data and maintains proper operation of image review stations., • You will perform post processing manipulation of digital data to supply physician with additional clinical data., • You will be able to function in a Code Blue situation. What qualifications you will need: • 1 year of experience in the field or in a related area, • Prior Cath Lab experience preferred, • Graduate of accredited school of Radiologic Technology required, • ARRT and Radiology Technologist through the Texas Department of Health or RCIS certification required., • Current BCLS certification from the American Heart Association required., • ACLS certification within 6 months of employment _ is a 445+ bed acute care hospital located in the heart of central Houston, adjacent to the Medical Center and Museum District, and provides quality care for the greater Houston area. Established in 1975, our hospital has been serving Houston for more than 40 years. We provide a wide range of medical services, including cardiology, bariatrics, orthopedics, neurology, emergency care and more. Our comprehensive medical specialties are here to offer individualized care to every individual that walks through our doors. We also offer 24/7 emergency services and two intensive care units: surgical intensive care unit (SICU) and medical intensive care unit (MICU). We are an accredited Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP) Center and an accredited Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI. We are members of HCA Houston Healthcare, the most comprehensive family of hospitals in the region and part of the leading provider of healthcare in the country, HCA Healthcare. Together we are stronger, smarter and more accessible in providing the patient-centered care you need close to home. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. "Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Cardiac Cath Lab Radiology Technologist opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today! We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Introduction Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) Cardiac Cath Lab Rad Tech PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA Houston Healthcare West which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare. Benefits HCA Houston Healthcare West, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: • Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation., • Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more., • Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny, • Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing, • Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts, • 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), • Employee Stock Purchase Plan, • Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships, • Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships), • Colleague recognition program, • Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence) _ Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Cardiac Cath Lab Rad Tech PRN where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise! Job Summary and Qualifications What You Will Do In Your Role: • You will be responsible for assisting the R.N. in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care of the Cath Lab patient., • You will be responsible to function in a call-out situation by scrubbing and running the table (x-ray)., • You will ensure archiving and storage of digital data and maintains proper operation of image review stations., • You will perform post processing manipulation of digital data to supply physician with additional clinical data., • You will be able to function in a Code Blue situation. What qualifications you will need: • 1 year of experience in the field or in a related area, • Prior Cath Lab experience preferred, • Graduate of accredited school of Radiologic Technology required, • ARRT and Radiology Technologist through the Texas Department of Health or RCIS certification required., • Current BCLS certification from the American Heart Association required., • ACLS certification within 6 months of employment _ is a full-service, 300+ bed hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the West Houston communities for over 30 years. We proudly provide Houston residents with exceptional healthcare, including a vast-array of medical services from board-certified doctors and nationally accredited departments. We are recognized as a Certified Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission and under an affiliation agreement with The Woman’s Hospital of Texas, we are able to bring our community The Woman’s Hospital of Texas at West Houston, a three-story cardiac and critical care tower. The Sugar Land Cancer Center and the Sugar Land Diagnostic Center, departments with HCA Houston Healthcare West, provide additional services to meet the needs of our community. We are members of HCA Houston Healthcare, the most comprehensive family of hospitals in the region and part of the leading provider of healthcare in the country, HCA Healthcare. Together we are stronger, smarter and more accessible in providing the patient-centered care you need close to home. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. "Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Cardiac Cath Lab Rad Tech PRN opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today! We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status

Trusted is seeking an experienced nurse for this exciting travel nursing assignment. Trusted has streamlined the travel nursing experience by enabling nurses to apply directly to jobs without the need for recruiters. This unique approach provides more transparency, eliminates pesky calls from recruiters, and puts more money in your pocket. Join the thousands of nurses across the country who have already made the switch to a more modern way to work. Shift: 6:45 AM - 3:30 PM Experience: • 2 years of experience with 3 months within the last 12 months., • 2 years of Cardiac Cath Lab experience with 9 months within the last 12 months., • 3 months of Meditech experience is preferred., • 9 months of acute care experience with 9 months within the last 12 months. Requirements: • Candidates must have a Texas license or compact license (required for submission)., • This role may require floating to additional units and locations, • Travel only, local not allowed. Candidates must live >50 miles from facility to be submitted., • Staff, Part-Time, and Per Diem employees currently working at this health system cannot be submitted. Pre-employment modules may be required for this role. Please upload any certifications or health documents you have to your profile to expedite your on-boarding process. Additional Details: There is no shift differential for AM/PM. Preferred Credentials: MERGE Special Requests: Any special scheduling requests must be made with Manager upon arrival at facility. Shift & Scheduling: Ability to take call. One week of call a month. Floating Requirements: IR 10 days maximum time off 1 Charge/Lead/Supervisor reference required from within the last 12 months Driver’s license required Certifications: • BLS (Basic Life Support), • ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), • Skills Checklist: Yes, • References: Yes, • License Type: registered, • License State: TX, • Certifications: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, Basic Life Support Job Details • Job Type: Travel, • Nurse/Patient: – –, • Shift Type: Day, • Contract Date: 2026-10-05, • Expected Length: 12 weeks, • Hours per Shift: 8, • Shifts per Week: 5

Trusted is seeking an experienced allied health professional for this exciting travel assignment. Trusted has streamlined the travel experience by enabling clinicians to apply directly to jobs without the need for recruiters. This unique approach provides more transparency, eliminates pesky calls from recruiters, and puts more money in your pocket. Join the thousands of nurses and allied health professionals across the country who have already made the switch to a more modern way to work. Shift: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Experience: • 2 years of experience with 3 months within the last 12 months., • Experience with Epic is preferred. Requirements: • Candidates must have a license (required for submission)., • This role may require floating to additional units and locations, • Local & travel allowed., • COVID vaccination required after submission. Religious and medical declinations accepted., • Flu vaccination required after submission. Religious, medical, and personal declinations accepted., • Anyone who worked as Staff at a facility in this program in the last 12 months cannot be submitted., • Anyone who worked as Part-Time at a facility in this program in the last 12 months cannot be submitted., • Anyone who worked as Per Diem at a facility in this program in the last 12 months cannot be submitted., • Anyone currently working at a facility in this program cannot be submitted. Pre-employment modules may be required for this role. Please upload any certifications or health documents you have to your profile to expedite your on-boarding process. Additional Details: Required Credentials: If you have RCIS, state license is not required. Special Requests: An interview may not be available prior to offer. Resume: Each employment history entry must include all the following: detailed duties, hospital size, unit size, trauma level (if applicable), patient ratio, teaching facility. Any employment gaps greater than 30 days must be explained. References: At least one reference must be from the same unit/specialty as the job you’re applying to. Submission Limit: Cannot apply to more than one job order on the same unit and shift at the facility. Eligibility as Current/Previous Employee: Must disclose previous employment on your resume or elsewhere within the submission for a DNU check. Daily parking costs $15+/day. On- and off-campus garage and lot options have monthly passes ranging from $95 - $120. Unit Details: The unit handles cath lab cases and occasional electrophysiology; interventional radiology is separate. The unit handles 40 - 50 cases per day. Shift & Scheduling: Shift may be 8, 10, or 12 hours. On-call: 4-5 times per month, including 1 weekend per month. 7 days maximum time off. Facility holidays: 11/26/2026, 12/25/2026, 01/01/2027. Number of holidays allowed off: 1. Start assignment restriction: 14 days. Maximum consecutive days off: 5 2 Charge/Lead/Supervisor references required from within the last 12 months Driver’s license required for submission Certifications: • BLS (Basic Life Support), • RCIS (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist), • Skills Checklist: Yes, • References: Yes, • Certifications: Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist, Basic Life Support Job Details • Job Type: Travel, • Nurse/Patient: – –, • Shift Type: Day, • Contract Date: 2026-11-09, • Expected Length: 13 weeks, • Hours per Shift: 10, • Shifts per Week: 4

Trusted is seeking an experienced nurse for this exciting travel nursing assignment. Trusted has streamlined the travel nursing experience by enabling nurses to apply directly to jobs without the need for recruiters. This unique approach provides more transparency, eliminates pesky calls from recruiters, and puts more money in your pocket. Join the thousands of nurses across the country who have already made the switch to a more modern way to work. Shift: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Experience: • 2 years of experience with 3 months within the last 12 months., • 2 years of Cardiac Cath Lab experience with 12 months within the last 36 months (3 years)., • Experience with Epic is preferred. Requirements: • Candidates must have a Texas license or compact license (required after submission)., • This role may require floating to additional units and locations, • Local & travel allowed., • COVID vaccination required after submission. Religious and medical declinations accepted., • Flu vaccination required after submission. Religious, medical, and personal declinations accepted., • Anyone who worked as Staff at a facility in this program in the last 12 months cannot be submitted., • Anyone who worked as Part-Time at a facility in this program in the last 12 months cannot be submitted., • Anyone who worked as Per Diem at a facility in this program in the last 12 months cannot be submitted., • Anyone currently working at a facility in this program cannot be submitted. Pre-employment modules may be required for this role. Please upload any certifications or health documents you have to your profile to expedite your on-boarding process. Additional Details: Preferred Skills/Experience: Experience circulating, monitoring in Mac Lab, and scrubbing is preferred. Interventional, structural, and EP case experience is preferred. Special Requests: An interview may not be available prior to offer. Resume: Each employment history entry must include all the following: detailed duties, hospital size, unit size, trauma level (if applicable), patient ratio, teaching facility. Any employment gaps greater than 30 days must be explained. References: At least one reference must be from the same unit/specialty as the job you’re applying to. Submission Limit: Cannot apply to more than one job order on the same unit and shift at the facility. Eligibility as Current/Previous Employee: Must disclose previous employment on your resume or elsewhere within the submission for a DNU check. Unit Details: The unit handles 40 - 50 cases per day. Shift & Scheduling: Available shift lengths are 8/10/12 hours. On-call is 4-5 per month, with 1 weekend per month. 7 days maximum time off. Facility holidays: 11/26/2026, 12/25/2026, 01/01/2027. Number of holidays allowed off: 1. Start assignment restriction: 14 days. Maximum consecutive days off: 5 2 Charge/Lead/Supervisor references required from within the last 12 months Driver’s license required for submission Certifications: • BLS (Basic Life Support), • ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), • NIHSS (NIH Stroke Scale), • Skills Checklist: Yes, • References: Yes, • License Type: registered, • License State: TX, • Certifications: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, Basic Life Support, NIH Stroke Scale Job Details • Job Type: Travel, • Nurse/Patient: – –, • Shift Type: Day, • Contract Date: 2026-11-09, • Expected Length: 13 weeks, • Hours per Shift: 10, • Shifts per Week: 4

Trusted is seeking an experienced nurse for this exciting travel nursing assignment. Trusted has streamlined the travel nursing experience by enabling nurses to apply directly to jobs without the need for recruiters. This unique approach provides more transparency, eliminates pesky calls from recruiters, and puts more money in your pocket. Join the thousands of nurses across the country who have already made the switch to a more modern way to work. Shift: 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM Experience: • 2 years of experience with 3 months within the last 12 months., • 12 months of Cardiac Cath Lab experience with 9 months within the last 12 months., • 3 months of Meditech experience is preferred., • 9 months of acute care experience with 9 months within the last 12 months. Requirements: • Candidates must have a Texas license or compact license (required for submission)., • This role may require floating to additional units and locations, • Travel only, local not allowed. Candidates must live >50 miles from facility to be submitted., • Staff, Part-Time, and Per Diem employees currently working at this health system cannot be submitted. Pre-employment modules may be required for this role. Please upload any certifications or health documents you have to your profile to expedite your on-boarding process. Additional Details: There is no shift differential for AM/PM. Preferred Skills/Experience: IR/Vascular Lab, radiology technologist, ICU, ER, and critically ill patient care experience preferred. Preferred Credentials: Critical care and trauma certifications preferred. Special Requests: Any special scheduling requests must be made with the manager upon arrival at the facility. Unit Details: Performs cardiovascular, IR, vascular, and EP cases. Shift & Scheduling: Monday-Friday. On-call is approximately 1-2 days per week and 1 weekend per month. 10 days maximum time off 1 Charge/Lead/Supervisor reference required from within the last 12 months Driver’s license required Certifications: • BLS (Basic Life Support), • ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), • Skills Checklist: Yes, • References: Yes, • License Type: registered, • License State: TX, • Certifications: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, Basic Life Support Job Details • Job Type: Travel, • Nurse/Patient: – –, • Shift Type: Day, • Contract Date: 2026-10-12, • Expected Length: 13 weeks, • Hours per Shift: 10, • Shifts per Week: 4

Position Description Torque by Ryder is Immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Experienced Mobile Diesel Technician to support our Truck Fleet in Houston, Texas Hear it from a Torque Mobile Mechanic Technician Here: https://RyderCareers.Video/TorqueMMT • Technician Positions Pay Each Week, • Hourly Pay: $35.00 per hour based on experience, • Retention Bonus: $2000 paid every quarter within the first year., • Schedule: Flexible 40-hour work week (weekend premiums apply), • Fuel Card and Company Cell Phone provided, • For mobile technicians, work site service vehicle will be provided, • Grow with Ryder: This position provides additional training to level up. We want the right Maintenance Repair Mechanic Technician to join us at Ryder to manage our fleet of Heavy Duty Trucks. Apply Here with Ryder Today Spots are filling fast — apply now to secure your spot. Call Jason or text “Houston” to 904-541-9211 to speak with a recruiter today. Spots are filling fast — click apply now to secure your spot. All the benefits you expect — without the wait. • Medical, Dental, Vision after 30 days, • Earn PTO starting Day 1. Up to 80 hours accrued in 1st year, • Yearly merit pay increases, • 401 (k) company match, • PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance, • Build your skills - paid training, • Safety‑first workplace & State-of-the-art equipment, • Top Tech Competition: Earn $250 – $50,000 per year, • U.S. military veterans - extra paid day off, • 15% company stock discount, • Up to $5,000 in Tech tuition repayment, • 12 weeks paid maternity leave (subject to specific eligibility criteria, including work tenure), • Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, tech & more Apply today and see why a job with Ryder is what you’ve been looking for. Call us or go online to apply to one of our career opportunities Click Here to See All Ryder Careers:https://www.ryder.com/careers/diesel-technicians EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran Requirements • High school diploma or equivalent preferred, • Vocational or Technical Certification Post Secondary degree or Technical Certifications, preferred, • Basic tools required, • Requires demonstrated aptitude and applied experience in mechanical repair of automotive gas or diesel engines including:, • Routine preventative maintenance, which should include oil changes, brake and tire work, • Diagnostics and repairs, including AC, electrical systems, • Advanced skilled level repairs to include some major engine repairs, diesel after treatment or automotive fuel injection repairs, • Three (3) years or more relevant work experience, preferred, • NonCommercial Driver License CLASS E, preferred, • Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A, preferred, • Other State driver's license, as required, • Two (2) years or more experience with mechanical repairs and diagnostics on heavy duty and medium duty equipment, • Must be able to drive Ryder vehicles, • Ability to:, • Understand and adhere to Company policies in all areas, • Complete repair orders with the Company established systems, • Create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors), • Work independently and as a member of a team, • Prioritize workload, • Proven hands-on mechanic, customer service, and account management skills, • Demonstrates customer service skills, • Strong relationship management skills, • Strong verbal and written communication skills, • Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment, • Self-starter and self-sufficient approach, • Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills, • Detailed oriented with excellent follow-up practices, • Entrepreneurial spirit, • Preventive Maintenance (PM230&PM298) within 90 Days, • Brakes-Air (BA220&BA298) within 90 Days, • Brake mechanics/inspectors FMCS 396.25, • Hydraulic Brake (BH220&BH298) where appropriate within 90 Days, • Tire & Wheel TW220 within 90 Days, • CF609 & A/C trained and qualified (AC220&AC298) within 180 Days, • HD electrical - DR208 within 90 Days, • Svc Island Support SBTIII trained (SBT220) and SBT Phase 2 within 180 Days, • Complete 2 of the OEM On-Line diagnostic tool software courses as required by location fleet mi. (predominant OEM of fleet mix), • This position requires for you to drive Ryder vehicles. In order to become a Ryder employee you must:, • Pass a Ryder Drug Test, • Pass a DOT physical, • Pass a Ryder road test, • Pass a Ryder Background and Motor vehicle check including Drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last 3 years Important Note: Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned. Responsibilities • Interact with customer, exhibit account management skills to independently facilitate preventative maintenance, repair issue resolution, and discuss new repair estimates with customer., • Coordinate work schedule as required by customers. Road test vehicles to identify cause of complaints for repairs, ensure quality of repair work performed, and deliver customer satisfaction., • Preventive maintenance (PM) and vehicle repairs responsibilities include but is not limited to:, • A/C & Heater: Operate the system and recognize if the system is cooling or not (PM related); Perform system checks such as power to compressor, visual inspection of condenser, belt tension, etc; Identify Freon and oil leaks, • Brakes-Air: Identify components of air brake system; Operate brakes and identify irregular noises, air leaks; Perform simple air system tests; Measure lining thickness; Adjust brakes; Perform air brake sections of P.M.; Measure drums, rotors, cam bushings Perform brake repairs per (BA298) once trained and qualified, • Brakes-Hydraulic: Road test for proper operation; Make visual inspections for leaks; Check park brake operation; Check fluid level; Measure lining thickness; Adjust service brakes; Perform brake repairs per (BH298) once trained and qualified; Adjust park brakes, • Cargo Handling/Transfer, Liftgates: Identify leaks; Operate lift gate; Identify make and model; Add fluid to bring to proper level; Make minor adjustments to lift platform and its controls; Identify basic malfunctions, • Charging Systems (electrical): Visually inspect batteries; Clean connections; Check condition of belts; Test batteries; Check alternator mounting and pulley; Replace and adjust belts; Perform basic charging system check, • Clutch: Lubricate throw-out bearing, linkage, shafts, and cables; Identify proper clutch operation; Identify proper clutch brake operation, • Cooling Systems: Check and adjust coolant levels; Visually inspect system for leaks; Make minor repairs such as hose replacements, fan shrouds, leaking fittings; Recognize permanent antifreezes and their requirements; Use refractometer; Use pressure tester; Flush and refill systems, • Cranking System (electrical): Inspect and test batteries; Visually inspect cables and cranking motor; Clean the battery cables, connections and starter; Replace batteries; Charge and check batteries; Replace or repair defective cables, • Lighting System and Electrical Accessories: Repair minor wiring problems; Replace bulbs, lenses and simple light assemblies; Repair minor lighting problems; Replace and adjust sealed beams; Install or replace accessories such as heated mirrors, fans, spotlights, • Drive Axles: Inspect housings for leaks; Change oil and filter, if required, and clean breathers, • Driveline: Lubricate drive line; Inspect components for wear or damage, • Gas Engines-All Engines: Check and adjust oil levels; Identify unusual noises, and oil leaks, • Fuel Systems: Replace and prime fuel filter; Check gas and diesel fuel system components such as fuel lines, pickup tubes, return lines, etc, for proper integrity and condition, • Preventive Maintenance: Proper lube techniques; Minimal tire inspection; Brake check/applied stroke; Battery check; Under vehicle check/loose components; Initial Fault code identification; All PMs (PM298) including C supplements to exclude overheads, engine brake overhauls, DPF servicing, clean doser injector, servicing ArvinMeritor unitized hubs, inspect Lece Neville alternator brushes, inspect modulator system for proper operation, inspect/adjust shift selector cable, pop test Isuzu injectors, • Steering and Non-driven Axles and Alignment: Lubricate grease fittings, check and adjust fluid levels; Check and adjust toe; Check all steering components for wear; Check and adjust trailer axle alignment; Adjust wheel bearings including replacement of wheel seal, • Suspension-Chassis and Cab: Identify makes and models; Identify normal operation; Identify and repair minor air leaks; Identify malfunctions of basic nature, broken springs, excessive wear on bushings, etc, • Tire and Wheel Maintenance: Perform air pressure checks; Check tread depth; Identify tires that need to be changed or repaired; Perform tire P.M. checks; Replace tire and wheel assemblies; Mount/dismount and rotate tires; Perform tire/wheel checks/repairs per (TW298), • Vehicle Coupling System (PM): Lubricate fifth wheel plate and slider mechanism; Operate slider mechanism, • Utilize key functions of Shop Management System and electronic documentation available. Perform work in accordance with all federal/provincial and corporate compliance guidelines (i.e. safety, DOT). Use internal and external maintenance documents, • Performs other duties as assigned., • Ensure proper maintenance of all service, safety and environmental records required to meet and/or exceed corporate, federal, state, and local government mandated requirements., • Accountable for key maintenance measurements established by company policy, related to the inspection and performance of PMs, brakes, tires, wheels, including any maintenance items directly associated with the safety of the customer., • Act as a mentor for the SM II level. Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. Posted Date 4 days ago (9/25/2026 9:00 AM) Requisition ID 2026-211686 Location (Posting Location) : State/Province TX Location (Posting Location) : City HOUSTON Location (Posting Location) : Postal Code 77029 Category Technicians/Service Employees9 Employment Type Regular-Full time Travel Requirements Greater than 60% Position Code 1001311 Min Pay USD $35.00/Hr. Max Pay USD $35.00/Hr.

Position Description Ryder is hiring aMid-LevelDiesel Technician in Houston, Texas — providing a stable company for your career with weekly pay and excellent benefits. Hear it from a Ryder Technician Employee Here: https://RyderCareers.Video/HowToT2 • Hourly Pay: $29.51 per hour, • Certification Bonus of $100 for each New ASE Certification Obtained up to $700, • Quarterly Bonus: Ryder Pays you up to $500 Every Quarter - Four Times Per Year, • Schedule: Sunday through Thursday, • Hours: Second Shift Monday through Thursday 2:00 pm - 10:30 pm, Sunday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm We provide the best State-of-the-Art Diagnostics and Tools to all Ryder Maintenance Repair Mechanics who work on Heavy Duty Vehicles Apply Here with Ryder Today Spots are filling fast — click apply now to secure your spot. Questions? Call “Dominique” or text “Houston” to 904-541-9562 to speak with your recruiter today. All the benefits you expect — without the wait. • Medical, Dental, Vision after 30 days, • Earn PTO starting Day 1. Up to 80 hours accrued in 1st year, • Yearly merit pay increases, • 401 (k) company match, • PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance, • Paid training that keeps you ahead, • Safety‑first workplace & State-of-the-art equipment, • Top Tech Competition: Earn $250 – $50,000 per year, • U.S. military veterans - extra paid day off, • 15% company stock discount, • Up to $5,000 in Tech tuition repayment, • 12 weeks paid maternity leave (subject to specific eligibility criteria, including work tenure), • Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, tech & more Click Here to See All Ryder Careers:https://www.ryder.com/careers/diesel-technicians At Ryder, you will be recognized and respected for your expertise and skill by joining a community of proud women and men in logistics, including many Military Reservists and Veterans. Ryder provides a clear path for career development and advancement. Share Ryder jobs with people you know-get paid for it. Ryder offers unlimited bonuses up to $1,500 for every hired Diesel Mechanic Technician and Fuel Service Employee. EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran Requirements • High school diploma or equivalent preferred, • Vocational or Technical Certification Post Secondary degree or Technical Certifications, preferred, • Basic tools, required, • Demonstrated aptitude and applied experience in mechanical repair of automotive gas or diesel engines including:, • Routine preventative maintenance, which should include oil changes, brake and tire work, required, • Two (2) years or more of a combination of classroom training and work experience in required experience, preferred, • Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A,preferred, • This position requires for you to drive Ryder vehicles. In order to become a Ryder employee you must:, • Must be able to obtain CDL within 6 months after hire, • Pass a Ryder Drug Test, • Pass a DOT physical, • Pass a Ryder road test, • Pass a Ryder Background and Motor vehicle check including drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last 3 years Important Note: Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned. Responsibilities • Performs vehicle maintenance and repair duties, • Performs standard vehicle maintenance, • Performs standard component inspections and repairs, • Performs preventive maintenance, • Diagnoses standard mechanical and electronic problems, utilizing diagnostic computer when applicable, • Identifies root cause of basic failures/conditions and perform repairs as required, • Replaces defective components as instructed, • Performs facility maintenance duties, • Interacts with customers/drivers to properly determine nature of complaint once assigned a task, • Utilizes key functions of Shop Management System and electronic documentation available, • Works in accordance with all federal/ provincial and corporate compliance guidelines (i.e., safety, DOT, MOT), • Performs other support duties as required to support operations. These could include but are not limited to Service Island support Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. Posted Date 3 hours ago (10/1/2026 4:42 PM) Requisition ID 2026-212000 Location (Posting Location) : State/Province TX Location (Posting Location) : City HOUSTON Location (Posting Location) : Postal Code 77092 Category Technicians/Service Employees4 Employment Type Regular-Full time Travel Requirements 0-10% Position Code 1000120 Min Pay USD $29.51/Hr. Max Pay USD $29.51/Hr.

Your Opportunity: Assistant Store Manager TitleMax Houston, TX As an Assistant Store Manager (ASM), you’ll support our customers through real financial needs while gaining hands-on experience running a store. You’ll develop your leadership skills in real-time by driving account management, customer outreach, and risk management. It’s performance-driven, people-first, and packed with growth potential. If you’re ready to build your confidence, learn the business, and move up quickly with a Company that invests in your future, you just found your next step. What We Offer: Compensation The hourly wage for the position is $16.00 per hour. The hourly rate is just one of many elements that make up our Total Compensation package. Benefits & Perks* • Paid on-the-job training and a comprehensive new hire program., • Access to a robust learning management system, full of e-learning modules to help boost your professional and personal development., • Cross brand training that enables you to move into opportunities at any one of our eleven brands across the country., • Enrollment in a key holder program designed to establish and enhance leadership potential for promotion., • Performance-based career advancement., • Educational reimbursement program., • Multiple coverage choices for medical insurance, all include telemedicine and medical spending account options (HSA/FSA)., • Traditional 401(k) and Roth 401(k) Retirement plan with a generous Company match program., • Company-Sponsored Life and AD&D Insurance., • Basic and Enhanced Voluntary benefits so you may choose the right coverage at the right price for you and your family. Plans include dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability plans, supplemental life and AD&D insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, ID theft protection, legal services program, and pet insurance., • Free access to mental health resources, life coaching, and more for you and your family members through our Employee Assistance Program., • Free access to exclusive discounts from nationwide and local retailers through our Discount Marketplace., • Paid time off that grows with you, starting with 12 days in your first year. *Based on current benefit offering, which is subject to change with or without notice. Certain benefits are subject to the terms and conditions of the governing plan documents which should be consulted for additional details and eligibility requirements. What We’re Looking For – Qualifications and Skills: • A high school diploma or equivalent., • Minimum one year’s experience in customer service, sales, or retail., • At least 3 months of supervisory, key holder, or relevant leadership experience, • Excellent verbal and written communication skills., • Proficiency in using phones, POS system, Microsoft Office, and other computer systems., • Must be at least 18 years of age (19 in Alabama)., • Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and personal vehicle to use throughout the workday (mileage compensated)., • Background check required. All background checks are conducted, and their results are considered, in accordance with applicable law., • The ability to meet the physical demands of this position, which frequently includes remaining in a stationary position, including standing up to 90% of the time; moving and transporting up to 25 pounds; moving inside and outside of the store; and operating mechanical controls, such as a keyboard. Nice to Haves – Preferred Qualifications and Skills • Management experience in retail, convenience store, grocery, finance, service, or related industries., • Experience in check cashing, document verification, money order processing., • Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus and may be required for certain locations. What You’ll Do - Essential Duties and Responsibilities:, • Maximize customer success by offering financial services that fit their needs., • Assess risk of financial transactions, evaluate, and accurately process loan/pawn applications, check cashing transactions and ancillary products., • Complete daily call campaigns to market services, build new business, and nurture customer relationships to further brand recognition and loyalty., • Oversee account management and recovery processes, including collection calls, while maintaining a focus on customer service to prevent loss and charge off accounts., • Maintain customer information in the point of sale (POS) system with accuracy and integrity., • Provide support, coaching, and development to Customer Service Representatives, when applicable, to ensure adherence to quality standards and safety procedures., • Perform duties outside of the office, when applicable, including on site vehicle appraisals, store errands, and external marketing., • Work to meet Company-set performance standards by leveraging business-to-business partnership opportunities, obtaining referrals, and participating in and hosting in-store and community events., • Maintain office security protocols and conduct proper opening and closing procedures, including management of vault and cash drawer., • Help ensure a work environment that upholds compliance with Company policies and procedures, as well as local, state, and federal laws and regulations. Help conduct store audits, create reports, and compile financial data to further ensure compliance., • Monitor and maintain internal and external store appearance and cleanliness, addressing basic facility needs and scheduling maintenance services., • Work efficiently in a rapidly changing and fast-paced environment and handle multiple challenging tasks with ease to meet individual and team performance standards., • Conduct additional tasks as directed by leadership., • Maintain a full-time work schedule with regular, in-person attendance, including weekends. A full-time work schedule for this position includes, at a minimum, 40 hours per week. **Store hours, schedules, and/or the minimum number of hours required for this position may be subject to change by brand and at the sole discretion of the Company. Speak with your recruiter about the most up-to-date requirements. Workplace Awards & Recognition: We are honored to be recognized as a Military Friendly Employer and Military Friendly Spouse Employer for four consecutive years and have received designation as a Top Employer for Hispanic and Latinos by HLPA in 2023, 2024, and 2025. Additionally, we have been named one of America’s Greatest Workplace in Financial Services 2025 by Newsweek. Our Purpose: The Community Choice Financial® Family of Brands ("CCF" or the “Company”), is one of the largest consumer specialty finance organizations in the U.S. We provide our customers, Team Members, and communities the Power of Choice with over 10 brands represented in more than 1,500 brick-and-mortar stores serving 24 states and online product offerings in 20 states. Community Choice Financial® Family of Brands is steadfast in our commitment to help people across the country get access to the short-term financial services they need when they need it the most. Think you’d thrive here? Learn more at _ The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. The Company may, at its discretion, revise the job description at any time, and additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. Requirements, skills, and abilities included have been determined to illustrate the minimal standards required to successfully perform the position. Important: The Community Choice Financial® Family of Brands will never ask you for banking or other payment information at any point during the interview or hiring process, nor will we conduct an interview via text message. Any official email correspondence will come from the domains @ccfi.com. In-store positions are in person only. The Community Choice Financial® Family of Brands is committed to providing an inclusive workplace free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, military status, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. CCFI Companies, LLC is an equal-opportunity employer.

At Houston Methodist, the Physician Assistant (PA) (ACLS) functions as an advanced practice practitioner, responsible for maintaining and promoting the health of the patient requiring care, practicing medicine under the supervision of a licensed physician. This position will provide diagnostic, therapeutic, surgical and preventative care, under the supervision of a physician. The PA (ACLS) position exams, diagnoses and decides treatment for patients, including analyzing and interpreting x-rays and lab results, writes prescriptions, takes patients' histories, provides surgical assistance, and orders various forms of therapy. This position may work in both inpatient and outpatient situations and can perform independently under the license of a physician or as part of a treatment team. The PA (ACLS) position affects direct patient care according to the Board of Physician Assistant Examiners in the State of Texas and Houston Methodist policies and procedures. FLSA STATUS Exempt QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Bachelor’s degree, • Graduate from accredited Physician Assistant program by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) EXPERIENCE • One year of clinical experience LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • PA - Physician Assistant - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV by the Texas Board of Physician Assistants and, • PA-C - Physician Assistant-Certified (NCCPA) - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant_PSV and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • DEA - Narcotics License (DEA) - Drug Enforcement Administration_PSV within 6 months KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations, • 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, • 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, • Use of critical thinking skills and clinical judgment to work autonomously as defined by the Board of Physicians Assistants, • Accepts accountability for outcomes in healthcare, • Uses therapeutic communication to establish a relationship with patients, families and interprofessional team to collaborate on the plan of care, • Strong organizational and problem-solving skill as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components, • Ability to exercise judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional care team and patients and their families, • Demonstrates proficient time management skills ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Demonstrates leadership as a clinical resource, inter-professional consultant, and patient advocate. Participates in rounding independently or with physicians/surgeons and attends interdisciplinary rounds, as appropriate, by specialty., • Collaborates to foster healthy relationships in the work environment. Acts as a role model and coaches staff in effective verbal, non-verbal and written communication. May serve as first call for hospital staff. Serves as preceptor for Physician Assistant students and medical residents, as appropriate., • Communicates organizational information and aspects of administrative and clinical practice in a respectful and positive manner when interacting with staff. Advocates for a balanced workload, promotes positive behaviors, and peer-to-peer accountability. Facilitates the promotion of teamwork. Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards improvement of department score for employee engagement., • Collaborates with inter-professional health care team members to manage/coordinate patient care. Advocates on patient/family’s behalf to identify and resolve clinical and ethical concerns. SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Coordinates appropriate, timely patient care between health care providers and other ancillary clinicians, as appropriate, under a physician license, for a defined patient population(s), focusing on identified expected unit/optimal outcomes, individualized to the patient. Helps drive improvement of department score for patient satisfaction, through peer-to-peer accountability to service standards., • Collaborates quality health care with inter-professional team members to manage/coordinate patient care., • Responds and is available timely to patient questions/issues that arise as triaged by clinical staff and provides assistance for emergencies, as needed. QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Performs independent or delegated functions under physician license, such as diagnosis, use of prescriptive authority, and treatment according to practice guidelines, protocols, and/or standing orders., • Reviews medications and test reports on patients, responds to critical test results, and advises on any corrective action based on the results., • Conducts comprehensive health assessments (initial, ongoing, discharge), identifies normal/abnormal health characteristics, develops plan of care, initiates appropriate interventions, and evaluates care outcomes on defined patient populations. Performs quality and safe diagnostic, surgical and/or therapeutic procedures necessary for defined patient populations., • Assists the inter-professional health care team in the development and implementation of protocols to ensure patient safety. Integrates and contributes to professional practice standards, policies, procedures, protocols and leads improvements in patient safety-related processes. FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Performs accurate and timely documentation in medical records, including diagnosis and CPT coding., • Implements department strategies to achieve financial target and mentors others to do the same through timely documentation of care, decreasing length of stay, optimizing efficiency, and other areas according to department specifications. Projects awareness and understanding of resource allocation based on patient needs and staff experience, knowledge, and skills. GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Fosters identification and implementation of innovative solutions to improve patient care or department operations such as the organization’s quality metrics or other department-specific measures by leading and/or participating in department and/or hospital projects/activities or a hospital committee., • Provides education of information/knowledge in professional activities such as research, presentations, and publications. Expands individual nursing knowledge and coaches staff to grow in knowledge, abilities, skills, and attitudes. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an ongoing basis. SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE • Uniform: No, • Scrubs: Yes, • Business professional: Yes, • Other (department approved): Yes ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. • On Call* Yes TRAVEL** Travel specifications may vary by department • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes, • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Yes QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Bachelor’s degree, • Graduate from accredited Physician Assistant program by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) EXPERIENCE • One year of clinical experience LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • PA - Physician Assistant - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV by the Texas Board of Physician Assistants and, • PA-C - Physician Assistant-Certified (NCCPA) - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant_PSV and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • DEA - Narcotics License (DEA) - Drug Enforcement Administration_PSV within 6 months Company Profile: Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist’s overall strategy to become one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At Houston Methodist, the Physician Assistant (PA) (ACLS) functions as an advanced practice practitioner, responsible for maintaining and promoting the health of the patient requiring care, practicing medicine under the supervision of a licensed physician. This position will provide diagnostic, therapeutic, surgical and preventative care, under the supervision of a physician. The PA (ACLS) position exams, diagnoses and decides treatment for patients, including analyzing and interpreting x-rays and lab results, writes prescriptions, takes patients' histories, provides surgical assistance, and orders various forms of therapy. This position may work in both inpatient and outpatient situations and can perform independently under the license of a physician or as part of a treatment team. The PA (ACLS) position affects direct patient care according to the Board of Physician Assistant Examiners in the State of Texas and Houston Methodist policies and procedures. FLSA STATUS Exempt QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Bachelor’s degree, • Graduate from accredited Physician Assistant program by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) EXPERIENCE • One year of clinical experience LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • PA - Physician Assistant - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV by the Texas Board of Physician Assistants and, • PA-C - Physician Assistant-Certified (NCCPA) - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant_PSV and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • DEA - Narcotics License (DEA) - Drug Enforcement Administration_PSV within 6 months KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations, • 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, • 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, • Use of critical thinking skills and clinical judgment to work autonomously as defined by the Board of Physicians Assistants, • Accepts accountability for outcomes in healthcare, • Uses therapeutic communication to establish a relationship with patients, families and interprofessional team to collaborate on the plan of care, • Strong organizational and problem-solving skill as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components, • Ability to exercise judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional care team and patients and their families, • Demonstrates proficient time management skills ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Demonstrates leadership as a clinical resource, inter-professional consultant, and patient advocate. Participates in rounding independently or with physicians/surgeons and attends interdisciplinary rounds, as appropriate, by specialty., • Collaborates to foster healthy relationships in the work environment. Acts as a role model and coaches staff in effective verbal, non-verbal and written communication. May serve as first call for hospital staff. Serves as preceptor for Physician Assistant students and medical residents, as appropriate., • Communicates organizational information and aspects of administrative and clinical practice in a respectful and positive manner when interacting with staff. Advocates for a balanced workload, promotes positive behaviors, and peer-to-peer accountability. Facilitates the promotion of teamwork. Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards improvement of department score for employee engagement., • Collaborates with inter-professional health care team members to manage/coordinate patient care. Advocates on patient/family’s behalf to identify and resolve clinical and ethical concerns. SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Coordinates appropriate, timely patient care between health care providers and other ancillary clinicians, as appropriate, under a physician license, for a defined patient population(s), focusing on identified expected unit/optimal outcomes, individualized to the patient. Helps drive improvement of department score for patient satisfaction, through peer-to-peer accountability to service standards., • Collaborates quality health care with inter-professional team members to manage/coordinate patient care., • Responds and is available timely to patient questions/issues that arise as triaged by clinical staff and provides assistance for emergencies, as needed. QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Performs independent or delegated functions under physician license, such as diagnosis, use of prescriptive authority, and treatment according to practice guidelines, protocols, and/or standing orders., • Reviews medications and test reports on patients, responds to critical test results, and advises on any corrective action based on the results., • Conducts comprehensive health assessments (initial, ongoing, discharge), identifies normal/abnormal health characteristics, develops plan of care, initiates appropriate interventions, and evaluates care outcomes on defined patient populations. Performs quality and safe diagnostic, surgical and/or therapeutic procedures necessary for defined patient populations., • Assists the inter-professional health care team in the development and implementation of protocols to ensure patient safety. Integrates and contributes to professional practice standards, policies, procedures, protocols and leads improvements in patient safety-related processes. FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Performs accurate and timely documentation in medical records, including diagnosis and CPT coding., • Implements department strategies to achieve financial target and mentors others to do the same through timely documentation of care, decreasing length of stay, optimizing efficiency, and other areas according to department specifications. Projects awareness and understanding of resource allocation based on patient needs and staff experience, knowledge, and skills. GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Fosters identification and implementation of innovative solutions to improve patient care or department operations such as the organization’s quality metrics or other department-specific measures by leading and/or participating in department and/or hospital projects/activities or a hospital committee., • Provides education of information/knowledge in professional activities such as research, presentations, and publications. Expands individual nursing knowledge and coaches staff to grow in knowledge, abilities, skills, and attitudes. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an ongoing basis. SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE • Uniform: No, • Scrubs: Yes, • Business professional: Yes, • Other (department approved): Yes ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. • On Call* Yes TRAVEL** Travel specifications may vary by department • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes, • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Yes QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Bachelor’s degree, • Graduate from accredited Physician Assistant program by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) EXPERIENCE • One year of clinical experience LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required • PA - Physician Assistant - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV by the Texas Board of Physician Assistants and, • PA-C - Physician Assistant-Certified (NCCPA) - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant_PSV and, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and, • DEA - Narcotics License (DEA) - Drug Enforcement Administration_PSV within 6 months Company Profile: Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist’s overall strategy to become one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.