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Job DescriptionAt Houston Methodist, the Sr Staff Registered Nurse (RN) position is responsible for functioning as an advanced clinician at the Proficient level according to Benner's model of clinical practice. The Sr Staff RN position provides professional direct patient nursing care to a diverse patient population, which may include patients with varied and complex needs, and is considered an expert in a specialty. 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 Sr Staff RN position assumes leadership responsibilities with high level contributions in the department and across the institution. Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to leading department clinical activities, assessing department needs related to practice and improvement opportunities, serving as a clinical resource for department staff and coordinating department education in partnership with management.PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Identifies staff development opportunities for professional growth of colleagues, provides coaching to meet identified goals. Acts as a model and coaches staff in effective verbal, non-verbal and written communication, which includes active listening and teaching. Provides oversight for new employee preceptorships., • Collaborates to foster healthy relationships in the work environment such as mitigation of conflict. Advocates for a balanced workload, promotes positive behaviors, and peer-to-peer accountability., • Role models 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., • Develops, updates, and communicates plan of care, including discharge/disposition, 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. Develops appropriate resources and supports department practices and guidelines., • Develops and implements effective patient teaching strategies based on learning needs; uses appropriate resources, incorporating planning for care after discharge/disposition. Consistently evaluates the patient's comprehension and adapts teaching methods accordingly., • Models the standards of care related to the nursing process, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document. Provides care as the staff nurse leader to complex patients and leads the interprofessional health care team in implementing plan of care. Anticipates/prevents and recognize/resolves early declines in patient condition and emergent situations. Manages assignment of complex patients and other department demands. Identifies areas of practice improvements with research-based evidence to achieve quality measures and patient safety outcomes, supported by accurate documentation and patient teaching., • Models the standards related to regulatory requirements and professional practice as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document. Role models highly developed assessment, clinical documentation, leadership, and analytical skills; integrates and contributes to professional practice standards, policies, procedures, protocols and leads improvements in patient safety-related processes at department or service line level. Contributes to development of service line and clinical standards and guidelines., • Models independent time management effectively and prioritization of daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime. Actively participates in the stewardship and efficient utilization of resources and needs including capital and operational budget needs., • Identifies opportunities for practice changes and performance improvement. Investigates and incorporates evidence-based practices which are presented to department and leadership. Supports change initiatives and adapts to unexpected changes., • Champions new care pathways or service line implementations to improve care to the community. Identifies trends for improvement opportunities or practice changes and supports initiatives. Researches the change and presents options to appropriate clinical leadership., • Three years of nursing experience, • One year in specialty preferredLICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED, • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure within 60 days OR, • RN-Temp - Registered Nurse - Temporary State Licensure within 60 days AND, • BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) AND, • Other credentials and certifications as defined by department/service line KNOWLEDGE, 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 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, • Acts as effective change agent, • Uses therapeutic communication to establish a relationship with patients, families and interprofessional team to collaborate on the plan of care, • Uses critical thinking skills and clinical judgment to work autonomously as defined by the Nurse Practice Act, • Demonstrates proficient time management skills 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* 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 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. Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job DescriptionWe hold ourselves and the careers we build to a higher standard. At Houston Methodist, nurses develop their skills through a wide range of educational programs, collaborate with physicians to provide the best care and build upon a world-class reputation for excellence in patient care, education and research. We hold ourselves - and the careers we build - to a higher standard. Our growing, inclusive health care system offers: • Superior practice settings, • High safety standards, • Professional development & nursing education, • Meaningful collaboration with physicians, • Bachelor of Science degree or higher from an accredited School of Nursing, • Twelve months registered nurse experience in a healthcare environment, • Texas RN license or temporary TX RN license, should obtain permanent license within 90 days. Compact license acceptable according to current Board of Nursing requirements, • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Fast Facts | Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital • 149 operating beds, • 12 operating rooms, • 764 affiliated physicians, • 1,108 employees, • 6,608 inpatients, • 175,322 outpatients "Nursing is the most rewarding profession. As a nurse we have the opportunity to touch so many lives in so many different ways. We have the ability to serve others with compassion and dignity at one of their most vulnerable times. Nursing is truly a calling. Follow your calling."About Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital is committed to leading medicine in Clear Lake and surrounding communities by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of exceptional safety, quality, personalized service and innovation. Houston Methodist Clear Lake houses 149 operating beds, with 12 operating rooms and more than 1,100 employees. Awards and Distinctions • Magnet Recognition for Outstanding Nursing- American Nurses Credentialing Center, • Accredited Cancer Program- Commission on Cancer, • Silver Beacon Award for Excellence - ICU- American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN), • Breast Imaging Center of Excellence- American College of Radiology, • Exemplary Five Star Award- Texas Department of State Health Services, • Stroke Ready Designated Facility- DNV GL Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job DescriptionAt Houston Methodist, the Cardiology Diagnostic Technician II position is an experienced technician who performs a variety of routine to complex electrocardiograms (12 lead EKGs), Holter monitor applications and exercise/treadmill, including pharmacological and echo stress tests for both inpatient and outpatient exams. This position processes and transmits EKG, Holter monitor and stress test data to designated software applications. The Cardiology Diagnostic Technician II position ensures exams are available for physician interpretation for completion of exam, including paperwork and reconciliation of exams. This position collaborates with all members of the patient care team.PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Performs diagnostic electrocardiograms (12 lead EKGs) and Holter monitor exams that requires precise placement of electrodes to the assigned area for accurate EKG data. Proactively identifies issues and how to address them for optimum results., • Performs exercise/treadmill Stress Tests including documentation of patient vital signs, symptoms and tolerance of exam., • Executes exercise/treadmill Stress Tests protocol proficiently as directed by the Cardiologist., • Provides care for the physical needs of patients when conducting the EKG, Holter exams and Stress Tests. As well as, educates patients on the required care of the monitoring unit and electrode care, who require inpatient or outpatient Holter monitoring., • Identifies changes or abnormalities in EKG morphology when performing exams or processing data. Takes corrective action or communicates immediately, when appropriate, to proper personnel for the best results., • Reviews the quality of EKG tracings for the patient care team and interpreting physician., • Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures. Enters charges at the time service is delivered, when applicable., • Participates in departmental projects and shared governance activities., • One year experience as a technician performing a variety of electrocardiograms (12 lead EKGs), Holter monitor applications and/or Stress Tests. Will consider internal candidates with six months experience as a Cardiology Diagnostic Technician ILICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED, • CCT - Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCI) OR, • CET - Certified EKG Technician (NHA) OR, • CET - Certified EKG Technician (NPS) OR, • CET - Certified EKG Technician (ACA) OR, • EKG - Electrocardiogram Assessment (MedCA) OR, • NRCEKG - Nationally Registered Certified EKG Technician (NAHP) OR, • EKG HM- Houston Methodist Electrocardiogram Course AND, • BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES, • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills and competency assessments, • Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, Hospital / Radiology/ Cardiology Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and exam documents, • Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers, • Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including, organizing workflow and actively participating in problem solving, • 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 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 Yes Company Profile: Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital, scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2025, will be Houston Methodist's ninth hospital and will incorporate the most advanced technology available from the day the doors open. With 100 beds (at our opening; licensed for 276) and a prime location in the heart of the rapidly growing U.S. 290 corridor, the hospital will be equipped with technologically advanced innovations implemented during COVID, many of them designed to make patient communication with physicians, staff and families the very best and most effective in any health care facility. Even though the hospital won't be fully operational until 2025, we have several services and specialties opening in 2024. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job DescriptionWe hold ourselves and the careers we build to a higher standard. At Houston Methodist, nurses develop their skills through a wide range of educational programs, collaborate with physicians to provide the best care and build upon a world-class reputation for excellence in patient care, education and research. We hold ourselves - and the careers we build - to a higher standard. Our growing, inclusive health care system offers: • Superior practice settings, • High safety standards, • Professional development & nursing education, • Meaningful collaboration with physicians, • Bachelor of Science degree or higher from an accredited School of Nursing, • Twelve months registered nurse experience in a healthcare environment, • Texas RN license or temporary TX RN license, should obtain permanent license within 90 days. Compact license acceptable according to current Board of Nursing requirements, • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Fast Facts | Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital • 226 operating beds, • 15 operating rooms, • 647 affiliated physicians, • 1,730 employees, • 14,233 inpatients, • 137,540 outpatients Carolina Mascarenhas Chief Nursing Officer Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital "Being a part of Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital means being at the forefront of health care innovation, where we embrace new ideas and our training programs empower our staff to lead the way in their respective fields." About Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital is scheduled to open in 2025 as the eighth hospital in the Houston Methodist system. Cypress, which will be master planned for 500 beds, will be modeled after Houston Methodist West and Houston Methodist The Woodlands hospitals. It will be designed as the hospital of the future and will be a testament to Houston Methodist’s commitment to innovation. The hospital, located at Highway 290 between Barker-Cypress and Jarvis Road, will include medical office buildings to house our breast care center, cancer and infusion center, orthopedics and sports medicine and multi-specialty physician practices. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job DescriptionWe hold ourselves and the careers we build to a higher standard. At Houston Methodist, nurses develop their skills through a wide range of educational programs, collaborate with physicians to provide the best care and build upon a world-class reputation for excellence in patient care, education and research. We hold ourselves - and the careers we build - to a higher standard. Our growing, inclusive health care system offers: • Superior practice settings, • High safety standards, • Professional development & nursing education, • Meaningful collaboration with physicians, • Bachelor of Science degree or higher from an accredited School of Nursing, • Twelve months registered nurse experience in a healthcare environment, • Texas RN license or temporary TX RN license, should obtain permanent license within 90 days. Compact license acceptable according to current Board of Nursing requirements, • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Fast Facts | Houston Methodist West Hospital • 237 operating beds, • 22 operating rooms, • 1,220 affiliated physicians, • 1,911 employees, • 14,406 inpatients, • 170,289 outpatients Vicki Brownewell Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer Houston Methodist West Hospital "Our nurses enjoy a positive culture which fosters delivering the highest levels of compassionate patient care. Houston Methodist West Hospital nurses fully participate in growing the hospital and adding new sophisticated services, while continuing in their own professional growth. Come join us for the best experience of your career." About Houston Methodist West Hospital Houston Methodist West Hospital is committed to leading medicine in West Houston, Katy and surrounding communities by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of exceptional safety, quality, personalized service and innovation. The growing campus offers more than 200 beds, 22 operating rooms and more than 1,900 employees. Originally opened in 2010, the campus is expanding as part of the master plan, adding additional inpatient beds and a third medical office building to the campus by late 2023. Awards and Distinctions • Magnet(R) Recognition - American Nurses Credentialing Center, • Five Star Award - Texas Department of State Health Services Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job DescriptionAt 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.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 interprofessional 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 teambuilding 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., • 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., • 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., • 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., • 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., • Twenty four months of clinical nursing experience with demonstration of progressive leadership skillsLICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED, • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure within 60 days OR, • RN-Temp - Registered Nurse - Temporary State Licensure within 60 days AND, • BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) AND, • Magnet - ANCC Recognized Certification KNOWLEDGE, 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 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 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 Company Profile: Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital, scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2025, will be Houston Methodist's ninth hospital and will incorporate the most advanced technology available from the day the doors open. With 100 beds (at our opening; licensed for 276) and a prime location in the heart of the rapidly growing U.S. 290 corridor, the hospital will be equipped with technologically advanced innovations implemented during COVID, many of them designed to make patient communication with physicians, staff and families the very best and most effective in any health care facility. Even though the hospital won't be fully operational until 2025, we have several services and specialties opening in 2024. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job DescriptionWe hold ourselves and the careers we build to a higher standard. At Houston Methodist, nurses develop their skills through a wide range of educational programs, collaborate with physicians to provide the best care and build upon a world-class reputation for excellence in patient care, education and research. We hold ourselves - and the careers we build - to a higher standard. Our growing, inclusive health care system offers: • Superior practice settings, • High safety standards, • Professional development & nursing education, • Meaningful collaboration with physicians, • Bachelor of Science degree or higher from an accredited School of Nursing, • Twelve months registered nurse experience in a healthcare environment, • Texas RN license or temporary TX RN license, should obtain permanent license within 90 days. Compact license acceptable according to current Board of Nursing requirements, • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Fast Facts | Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital • 149 operating beds, • 12 operating rooms, • 764 affiliated physicians, • 1,108 employees, • 6,608 inpatients, • 175,322 outpatients "Nursing is the most rewarding profession. As a nurse we have the opportunity to touch so many lives in so many different ways. We have the ability to serve others with compassion and dignity at one of their most vulnerable times. Nursing is truly a calling. Follow your calling."About Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital is committed to leading medicine in Clear Lake and surrounding communities by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of exceptional safety, quality, personalized service and innovation. Houston Methodist Clear Lake houses 149 operating beds, with 12 operating rooms and more than 1,100 employees. Awards and Distinctions • Magnet Recognition for Outstanding Nursing- American Nurses Credentialing Center, • Accredited Cancer Program- Commission on Cancer, • Silver Beacon Award for Excellence - ICU- American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN), • Breast Imaging Center of Excellence- American College of Radiology, • Exemplary Five Star Award- Texas Department of State Health Services, • Stroke Ready Designated Facility- DNV GL Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job DescriptionWe hold ourselves and the careers we build to a higher standard. At Houston Methodist, nurses develop their skills through a wide range of educational programs, collaborate with physicians to provide the best care and build upon a world-class reputation for excellence in patient care, education and research. We hold ourselves - and the careers we build - to a higher standard. Our growing, inclusive health care system offers: • Superior practice settings, • High safety standards, • Professional development & nursing education, • Meaningful collaboration with physicians, • Bachelor of Science degree or higher from an accredited School of Nursing, • Twelve months registered nurse experience in a healthcare environment, • Texas RN license or temporary TX RN license, should obtain permanent license within 90 days. Compact license acceptable according to current Board of Nursing requirements, • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Fast Facts | Houston Methodist West Hospital • 237 operating beds, • 22 operating rooms, • 1,220 affiliated physicians, • 1,911 employees, • 14,406 inpatients, • 170,289 outpatients Vicki Brownewell Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer Houston Methodist West Hospital "Our nurses enjoy a positive culture which fosters delivering the highest levels of compassionate patient care. Houston Methodist West Hospital nurses fully participate in growing the hospital and adding new sophisticated services, while continuing in their own professional growth. Come join us for the best experience of your career." About Houston Methodist West Hospital Houston Methodist West Hospital is committed to leading medicine in West Houston, Katy and surrounding communities by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of exceptional safety, quality, personalized service and innovation. The growing campus offers more than 200 beds, 22 operating rooms and more than 1,900 employees. Originally opened in 2010, the campus is expanding as part of the master plan, adding additional inpatient beds and a third medical office building to the campus by late 2023. Awards and Distinctions • Magnet(R) Recognition - American Nurses Credentialing Center, • Five Star Award - Texas Department of State Health Services Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job DescriptionAt 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.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 interprofessional 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 teambuilding 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., • 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., • 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., • 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., • 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., • Twenty four months of clinical nursing experience with demonstration of progressive leadership skillsLICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED, • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure within 60 days OR, • RN-Temp - Registered Nurse - Temporary State Licensure within 60 days AND, • BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) AND, • Magnet - ANCC Recognized Certification KNOWLEDGE, 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 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 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 Company Profile: Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital, scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2025, will be Houston Methodist's ninth hospital and will incorporate the most advanced technology available from the day the doors open. With 100 beds (at our opening; licensed for 276) and a prime location in the heart of the rapidly growing U.S. 290 corridor, the hospital will be equipped with technologically advanced innovations implemented during COVID, many of them designed to make patient communication with physicians, staff and families the very best and most effective in any health care facility. Even though the hospital won't be fully operational until 2025, we have several services and specialties opening in 2024. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job DescriptionAt 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.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 interprofessional 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 teambuilding 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., • 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., • 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., • 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., • 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., • Twenty four months of clinical nursing experience with demonstration of progressive leadership skillsLICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED, • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure within 60 days OR, • RN-Temp - Registered Nurse - Temporary State Licensure within 60 days AND, • BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) AND, • Magnet - ANCC Recognized Certification KNOWLEDGE, 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 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 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 Company Profile: Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital, scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2025, will be Houston Methodist's ninth hospital and will incorporate the most advanced technology available from the day the doors open. With 100 beds (at our opening; licensed for 276) and a prime location in the heart of the rapidly growing U.S. 290 corridor, the hospital will be equipped with technologically advanced innovations implemented during COVID, many of them designed to make patient communication with physicians, staff and families the very best and most effective in any health care facility. Even though the hospital won't be fully operational until 2025, we have several services and specialties opening in 2024. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job DescriptionAt 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.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 interprofessional 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 teambuilding 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., • 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., • 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., • 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., • 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., • Twenty four months of clinical nursing experience with demonstration of progressive leadership skillsLICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED, • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure within 60 days OR, • RN-Temp - Registered Nurse - Temporary State Licensure within 60 days AND, • BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) AND, • Magnet - ANCC Recognized Certification KNOWLEDGE, 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 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 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 Company Profile: Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital, scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2025, will be Houston Methodist's ninth hospital and will incorporate the most advanced technology available from the day the doors open. With 100 beds (at our opening; licensed for 276) and a prime location in the heart of the rapidly growing U.S. 290 corridor, the hospital will be equipped with technologically advanced innovations implemented during COVID, many of them designed to make patient communication with physicians, staff and families the very best and most effective in any health care facility. Even though the hospital won't be fully operational until 2025, we have several services and specialties opening in 2024. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job DescriptionWe hold ourselves and the careers we build to a higher standard. At Houston Methodist, nurses develop their skills through a wide range of educational programs, collaborate with physicians to provide the best care and build upon a world-class reputation for excellence in patient care, education and research. We hold ourselves - and the careers we build - to a higher standard. Our growing, inclusive health care system offers: • Superior practice settings, • High safety standards, • Professional development & nursing education, • Meaningful collaboration with physicians, • Bachelor of Science degree or higher from an accredited School of Nursing, • Twelve months registered nurse experience in a healthcare environment, • Texas RN license or temporary TX RN license, should obtain permanent license within 90 days. Compact license acceptable according to current Board of Nursing requirements, • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Fast Facts | Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital • 149 operating beds, • 12 operating rooms, • 764 affiliated physicians, • 1,108 employees, • 6,608 inpatients, • 175,322 outpatients "Nursing is the most rewarding profession. As a nurse we have the opportunity to touch so many lives in so many different ways. We have the ability to serve others with compassion and dignity at one of their most vulnerable times. Nursing is truly a calling. Follow your calling."About Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital is committed to leading medicine in Clear Lake and surrounding communities by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of exceptional safety, quality, personalized service and innovation. Houston Methodist Clear Lake houses 149 operating beds, with 12 operating rooms and more than 1,100 employees. Awards and Distinctions • Magnet Recognition for Outstanding Nursing- American Nurses Credentialing Center, • Accredited Cancer Program- Commission on Cancer, • Silver Beacon Award for Excellence - ICU- American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN), • Breast Imaging Center of Excellence- American College of Radiology, • Exemplary Five Star Award- Texas Department of State Health Services, • Stroke Ready Designated Facility- DNV GL Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job DescriptionAt Houston Methodist, the Lactation Support Consultant position functions at the Proficient level according to Benner's model of clinical practice and is responsible for women's services patient educational needs to include breast feeding support under the general supervision of the Nurse Director. In addition to functioning as a staff nurse as needed, this position provides professional patient nursing care to a diverse patient population and is considered an expert in a specialty. In collaboration with the Nurse Director, Managers and Charge Nurses, the Lactation Support Consultant position is responsible for the quality of patient care through the provision of lactation support or education and the development of guidance for the caregivers who support the childbearing families learning needs. This position serves as a clinical resource for both unit and hospital staff and coordinates unit and hospital-wide education in partnership with management.PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Utilizes strong knowledge base in lactation support or women's health to educate the patient in various settings, grief support as needed and the overall childbearing family's educational needs. Maintains an open line of communication with Nurse Director, Clinical Manager and Charge Nurses regarding actual or potential issues related to patient education/lactation., • Provides consultative support to the staff and physicians and serves as a problem solver. Provides clinical resource expertise to clinicians and providers. Collaborates to foster healthy relationships in the work environment such as mitigation of conflict., • Assesses patient's educational and/or lactation support needs and provides clinical support and resources to maternal patients across the entity and in the community., • Assesses for staff educational needs, then plans, develops, and implements programs related to patient educational needs to include lactation. Acts as a model and coaches staff in effective verbal, non-verbal and written communication, which includes active listening and teaching., • Role models highly developed assessment, clinical documentation, leadership and analytical skills; integrates and contributes to professional practice standards, policies, procedures, protocols and leads improvements in patient safety-related processes. Contributes to development of service line and hospital standards and guidelines., • Leads and supports ongoing 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., • Models independent time management effectively and prioritization of daily tasks. Actively participates in the stewardship and efficient utilization of resources and needs including unit capital and operational budgets., • Leads and identifies opportunities for practice changes and performance improvement. Investigates and incorporates evidence-based practices which are presented to shared governance and leadership. Functions willingly as a change agent, adapts to unexpected changes, converting ideas and plans into action., • Three years clinical experience in lactation support, mother/baby and/or patient educational activities/programsLICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED, • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure within 60 days OR, • RN-Temp - Registered Nurse - Temporary State Licensure within 60 days AND, • BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) AND, • NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation AND, • Magnet - ANCC Recognized Certification -- in a women's services specialty. International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) is preferred. OR, • CLC - Certified Lactation Counselor (ALPP) KNOWLEDGE, 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, • Ability to build evidence-based practice into the clinical setting, • Demonstrates ability to plan, organize, and follow through on assignments and/or projects 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 Company Profile: Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital, scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2025, will be Houston Methodist's ninth hospital and will incorporate the most advanced technology available from the day the doors open. With 100 beds (at our opening; licensed for 276) and a prime location in the heart of the rapidly growing U.S. 290 corridor, the hospital will be equipped with technologically advanced innovations implemented during COVID, many of them designed to make patient communication with physicians, staff and families the very best and most effective in any health care facility. Even though the hospital won't be fully operational until 2025, we have several services and specialties opening in 2024. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job DescriptionWe hold ourselves and the careers we build to a higher standard. At Houston Methodist, nurses develop their skills through a wide range of educational programs, collaborate with physicians to provide the best care and build upon a world-class reputation for excellence in patient care, education and research. We hold ourselves - and the careers we build - to a higher standard. Our growing, inclusive health care system offers: • Superior practice settings, • High safety standards, • Professional development & nursing education, • Meaningful collaboration with physicians, • Bachelor of Science degree or higher from an accredited School of Nursing, • Twelve months registered nurse experience in a healthcare environment, • Texas RN license or temporary TX RN license, should obtain permanent license within 90 days. Compact license acceptable according to current Board of Nursing requirements, • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Fast Facts | Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital • 64-Acre Campus, • 720,000 Square-Foot Hospital, • 2 - 6-Story 150,000 Square-Foot Medical Office Buildings, • 2 - 800 car parking garages, • 300 Inpatient Beds, • 187 Med/Surg Beds, • 25 ICU Beds, • 53 Birthing Center Beds, • 24 NICU Beds, • 15 Operating Rooms, • 6 Cath Labs, • 6 Endoscopy Suites, • Diagnostic Imaging Kerrie Guerrero Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital "Working at Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital means Leading Medicine in your community. Every day our dedicated nursing staff plays a vital role in delivering unparalleled safety, quality, service and innovation to our patients and their families. The professional culture of our hospital cultivates an environment in which they can practice the art and science of nursing while enjoying opportunities for growth and development." About Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital opened in 2017 as the eighth hospital in the Houston Methodist system. This full-service, acute care hospital offers many of the same services as our flagship hospital in the Texas Medical Center. With 187 operating beds, 15 operating rooms and more than 1,800 employees, Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital provides comprehensive, personalized care for residents of Montgomery County and the surrounding areas. Awards and Distinctions • Magnet Recognition for Outstanding Nursing- American Nurses Credentialing Center, • Patient Safety Excellence Award(tm)- Healthgrades(R), • Gold Beacon Award for Excellence - ICU- American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN), • Accredited Cardiac Rehabilitation Outpatient Program- American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation, • Breast Imaging Center of Excellence- American College of Radiology Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job DescriptionAt 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 communications 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.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., • 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., • 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.)., • 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., • 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., • 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 and/or Compact State Licensure within 60 days OR, • RN-Temp - Registered Nurse - Temporary State Licensure within 60 days AND, • BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) AND, • Magnet - ANCC Recognized Certification within 1 year OR, • If at HMH, must have an ANCC-recognized leadership certification within 1 year AND, • Other credentials and certifications as defined by unit/service line KNOWLEDGE, 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 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 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 Candidates who submit interest via a third-party quick apply process are not considered formal applicants until a complete application has been submitted on our career site. We will review your interest but recommend to apply at houstonmethodistcareers.org Company Profile: Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is committed to leading medicine by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of unparalleled quality, safety, service and innovation to patients in Fort Bend County and surrounding areas. With more than 1,300 affiliated physicians and 2,900 employees, Houston Methodist Sugar Land offers access to the most innovative care available, including comprehensive cancer care; neuroscience and spine care; orthopedics and sports medicine; heart and vascular care; women’s services; childbirth center with level III NICU; bariatric and digestive care; and advanced imaging — all backed by our focus on healing people today and offering hope for tomorrow Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job DescriptionWe hold ourselves and the careers we build to a higher standard. At Houston Methodist, nurses develop their skills through a wide range of educational programs, collaborate with physicians to provide the best care and build upon a world-class reputation for excellence in patient care, education and research. We hold ourselves - and the careers we build - to a higher standard. Our growing, inclusive health care system offers: • Superior practice settings, • High safety standards, • Professional development & nursing education, • Meaningful collaboration with physicians, • Bachelor of Science degree or higher from an accredited School of Nursing, • Twelve months registered nurse experience in a healthcare environment, • Texas RN license or temporary TX RN license, should obtain permanent license within 90 days. Compact license acceptable according to current Board of Nursing requirements, • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Fast Facts | Houston Methodist West Hospital • 237 operating beds, • 22 operating rooms, • 1,220 affiliated physicians, • 1,911 employees, • 14,406 inpatients, • 170,289 outpatients Vicki Brownewell Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer Houston Methodist West Hospital "Our nurses enjoy a positive culture which fosters delivering the highest levels of compassionate patient care. Houston Methodist West Hospital nurses fully participate in growing the hospital and adding new sophisticated services, while continuing in their own professional growth. Come join us for the best experience of your career." About Houston Methodist West Hospital Houston Methodist West Hospital is committed to leading medicine in West Houston, Katy and surrounding communities by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of exceptional safety, quality, personalized service and innovation. The growing campus offers more than 200 beds, 22 operating rooms and more than 1,900 employees. Originally opened in 2010, the campus is expanding as part of the master plan, adding additional inpatient beds and a third medical office building to the campus by late 2023. Awards and Distinctions • Magnet(R) Recognition - American Nurses Credentialing Center, • Five Star Award - Texas Department of State Health Services Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job Description Overview Ensuring the achievement of Northern Arizona Healthcare’s mission, the Charge RN, under the supervision of the Clinical Manager/Director, is responsible for overseeing and directing the patient care activities on the unit during a worked shift. When providing leadership to the department, the Charge RN acts as an advocate for the shift, making sure the Clinical Manager/Director are aware of the unique needs of the shift. The Charge RN provides leadership for nursing personnel by being a team leader, serving as a preceptor, and being an active member of the health care team. The Charge RN practices within the ANA Scope of Practice, the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses and the standards of his/ or her specialty. Responsibilities Patient Care • Addresses patient and family concerns, communicates issues and solutions through appropriate channels., • Documents incidents, events, interventions, and patient/staff/physician responses., • Serves as patient advocate., • Prioritize and problems solves to meet changes in patient status/condition., • Works with other departments to ensure smooth patient throughput processes including discharge planning and patient education as appropriate., • Collaborates with physicians and other health care professionals to ensure staffing patterns meet appropriate skill mix necessary for quality patient care., • Serves as a liaison with patients, physicians, Administrative Coordinator, Staffing Office, Transfer Center, Care Coordination department, unit staff, ancillary staff and departments., • Serves as a resource, assists staff in caring for patients; able to assist physician with order entry. Administrative • Staffing for current and next shift, determining appropriate staff levels and mix to provide quality care and maintain unit productivity., • Assign patient care teams, delegate patient care activities to unit and ancillary staff., • Addresses work flow issues, ensures incidents are appropriately documented and corrective steps are taken., • Makes bed or patient assignment based on patient needs and staff resources., • Identifies appropriate referral and educational resources for patients and staff., • Advocates for both patients and staff as needs arise., • Demonstrated knowledge of NAH and department policies and procedures. Works to ensure compliance of best practice amongst each staff member. Coaching and Development • Ensures staff accountability, monitors staff performance, and provides real time constructive feedback whenever possible., • Identifies performance opportunities for improvement and provides resources and education as needed., • Regularly recognizes employees for strong performance and improvements., • Collaborates with clinical manager on employees performance evaluations., • Collaborates and communicates with the clinical manager regarding staff performance., • Provides coaching to nursing staff., • Provides input to nursing leadership regarding employment actions including performance evaluation, promotion, corrective action and termination on a regular basis. Education • Participates in creating and sustaining a learning environment supported by evidenced based practice and research., • Focuses on personal development areas, engaging in professional/collegial interactions with peers and students., • Works collaboratively with peers and other health care providers, and participating in ongoing in-service and educational seminars., • Participates in the mentoring and education of colleagues and students. Compliance/Safety • Responsible for reporting any safety related incident in a timely fashion through the Midas/RDE tool; attends all safety related training programs; performs work in a safe manner; monitors work environment for possible safety issues and ensures others are also performing work in a safe manner., • Adheres to regulatory and organizational standards affecting patient care and safety as well as all hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Practices in a safe and cost effective manner., • Stays current and complies with state and federal regulations/statutes and company policies that impact the employees area of responsibility., • If required for position, ensures all certifications and/or licenses are up-to-date and valid prior to expiration dates., • Completes all company mandatory modules and required job specific training in the specified time frame., • Maintains timely and accurate documentation of assessments, interventions, EMR entries, and patient responses. Qualifications Education RNs hired on or after 7/1/2016: Must graduate from a BSN program within 6 years of hire into an RN position; the original due date will not change if promoted to a Charge RN position. RNs hired prior to 7/1/2016 without a BSN or without a BSN-in-process promoted to Charge RN must obtain their BSN degree within 6 years of their promotion date. If the requirement is not completed by that due date, the Charge Nurse may step down from their position or retire. Existing Charge RNs: Employees in Charge Nurse roles as of 7/1/2016 without a BSN, must obtain their BSN degrees no later than 6/30/2022. If the requirement is not completed by that due date, the Charge Nurse may step down from their position or retire. Promotions to Charge RN: CVICU: Open Heart Training Program- Required within 2 years of hire Surgical ICU & CVICU:Neuro Training Program- Required within 2 years of hire Certification & Licensures Active, unrestricted, Arizona RN License or valid, participating compact license - Required BLS- Required upon hire ACLS- Required PALS- Required CNOR- Preferred Employee will obtain and maintain appropriate clinical competencies for the roles assigned by their departmental leader. Experience Minimum of one (1) year experience as an RN- Preferred Pre Anesthesia Testing Clinic: 2 Years of bedside nursing experience- Required 2 Years of surgical experience- Required Healthcare is a rapidly changing environment and technology is integrated into almost all aspects of patient care. Computers and other electronic devices are utilized across the organization and throughout each department. Colleagues must have an understanding of computers, and competence in using computers and basic software programs.

Job DescriptionWe hold ourselves and the careers we build to a higher standard. At Houston Methodist, nurses develop their skills through a wide range of educational programs, collaborate with physicians to provide the best care and build upon a world-class reputation for excellence in patient care, education and research. We hold ourselves - and the careers we build - to a higher standard. Our growing, inclusive health care system offers: • Superior practice settings, • High safety standards, • Professional development & nursing education, • Meaningful collaboration with physicians, • Bachelor of Science degree or higher from an accredited School of Nursing, • Twelve months registered nurse experience in a healthcare environment, • Texas RN license or temporary TX RN license, should obtain permanent license within 90 days. Compact license acceptable according to current Board of Nursing requirements, • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Fast Facts | Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital • 226 operating beds, • 15 operating rooms, • 647 affiliated physicians, • 1,730 employees, • 14,233 inpatients, • 137,540 outpatients Carolina Mascarenhas Chief Nursing Officer Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital "Being a part of Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital means being at the forefront of health care innovation, where we embrace new ideas and our training programs empower our staff to lead the way in their respective fields." About Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital is scheduled to open in 2025 as the eighth hospital in the Houston Methodist system. Cypress, which will be master planned for 500 beds, will be modeled after Houston Methodist West and Houston Methodist The Woodlands hospitals. It will be designed as the hospital of the future and will be a testament to Houston Methodist’s commitment to innovation. The hospital, located at Highway 290 between Barker-Cypress and Jarvis Road, will include medical office buildings to house our breast care center, cancer and infusion center, orthopedics and sports medicine and multi-specialty physician practices. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job DescriptionWe hold ourselves and the careers we build to a higher standard. At Houston Methodist, nurses develop their skills through a wide range of educational programs, collaborate with physicians to provide the best care and build upon a world-class reputation for excellence in patient care, education and research. We hold ourselves - and the careers we build - to a higher standard. Our growing, inclusive health care system offers: • Superior practice settings, • High safety standards, • Professional development & nursing education, • Meaningful collaboration with physicians, • Bachelor of Science degree or higher from an accredited School of Nursing, • Twelve months registered nurse experience in a healthcare environment, • Texas RN license or temporary TX RN license, should obtain permanent license within 90 days. Compact license acceptable according to current Board of Nursing requirements, • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Fast Facts | Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital • 64-Acre Campus, • 720,000 Square-Foot Hospital, • 2 - 6-Story 150,000 Square-Foot Medical Office Buildings, • 2 - 800 car parking garages, • 300 Inpatient Beds, • 187 Med/Surg Beds, • 25 ICU Beds, • 53 Birthing Center Beds, • 24 NICU Beds, • 15 Operating Rooms, • 6 Cath Labs, • 6 Endoscopy Suites, • Diagnostic Imaging Kerrie Guerrero Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital "Working at Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital means Leading Medicine in your community. Every day our dedicated nursing staff plays a vital role in delivering unparalleled safety, quality, service and innovation to our patients and their families. The professional culture of our hospital cultivates an environment in which they can practice the art and science of nursing while enjoying opportunities for growth and development." About Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital opened in 2017 as the eighth hospital in the Houston Methodist system. This full-service, acute care hospital offers many of the same services as our flagship hospital in the Texas Medical Center. With 187 operating beds, 15 operating rooms and more than 1,800 employees, Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital provides comprehensive, personalized care for residents of Montgomery County and the surrounding areas. Awards and Distinctions • Magnet Recognition for Outstanding Nursing- American Nurses Credentialing Center, • Patient Safety Excellence Award(tm)- Healthgrades(R), • Gold Beacon Award for Excellence - ICU- American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN), • Accredited Cardiac Rehabilitation Outpatient Program- American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation, • Breast Imaging Center of Excellence- American College of Radiology Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job DescriptionAt 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.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., • 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., • 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., • 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., • 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., • Three years experience in a clinical setting, two of those years with people management experienceLICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED, • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure within 60 days OR, • RN-Temp - Registered Nurse - Temporary State Licensure within 60 days AND, • Magnet-L - ANCC Recognized Leadership Certification -- Current incumbents, have until December 31, 2022 to attain an ANCC-recognized leadership certification within 1 year KNOWLEDGE, 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 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 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 Company Profile: Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital is committed to leading medicine in Clear Lake and surrounding communities by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of exceptional safety, quality, service and innovation. Houston Methodist Clear Lake provides a broad spectrum of adult, pediatric, medical and surgical care. It is an accredited chest pain center and acute stroke-ready designated through DNV. Houston Methodist Clear Lake offers advanced inpatient and outpatient services, including state-of-the-art imaging; childbirth center with a level II neonatal intensive care unit; minimally invasive surgery; cancer center; neurology and spine care; heart and vascular care; bariatric and digestive care; emergency care; primary care; rehabilitation services; and comprehensive orthopedics and sports medicine. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job Description 5 years in leadership that includes Endoscopy highly preferred. 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. 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. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. 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 WORK EXPERIENCE • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure within 60 days OR, • RN-Temp - Registered Nurse - Temporary State Licensure within 60 days AND, • 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 WORK ATTIRE • Uniform No, • Scrubs No, • Business professional Yes, • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital is committed to leading medicine in Clear Lake and surrounding communities by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of exceptional safety, quality, service and innovation. Houston Methodist Clear Lake provides a broad spectrum of adult, pediatric, medical and surgical care. It is an accredited chest pain center and acute stroke-ready designated through DNV. Houston Methodist Clear Lake offers advanced inpatient and outpatient services, including state-of-the-art imaging; childbirth center with a level II neonatal intensive care unit; minimally invasive surgery; cancer center; neurology and spine care; heart and vascular care; bariatric and digestive care; emergency care; primary care; rehabilitation services; and comprehensive orthopedics and sports medicine. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job DescriptionJob Title: Infusion Nurse Job Description We are seeking a dedicated Infusion Nurse to join our dynamic healthcare team. You will play a crucial role in patient care, focusing on infusion treatments, patient history gathering, and support in care plan development. Responsibilities • Record patient vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes., • Gather patient histories and interpret lab results., • Obtain blood specimens and support providers in creating, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating patient care plans., • Maintain thorough documentation for assigned patient care., • Answer phone calls related to referrals and schedule patient tests, procedures, and hospital admissions., • Schedule appointments for follow-up on test results., • Perform administrative duties including typing, filing, faxing, and reception.Essential Skills, • 3+ years of experience as a Nurse., • 2+ years of experience in Oncology., • Texas State Board of Nursing License., • Proficiency in oncology, infusion, chemotherapy, and immunotherapy., • Strong customer service skills., • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.Additional Skills & Qualifications, • Self-sufficient and critical thinker., • Knowledge of medical terminology and administrative skills., • Phlebotomy expertise., • Experience with electronic medical records and electronic health records., • Detail-oriented with a positive attitude and team player mindset.Work Environment The work hours are from 8:30 AM to 5 PM or until the last patient is seen, Monday through Friday, with no weekends. Enjoy the benefits of a supportive team culture that includes team building exercises, holiday celebrations, and an open-door policy. Additional benefits include accumulating 5 hours of PTO per pay period, a 401K plan with a 3% match, and two different insurance plans. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pearland, Texas. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $38.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision, • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital, • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available, • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents), • Short and long-term disability, • Health Spending Account (HSA), • Transportation benefits, • Employee Assistance Program, • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Pearland,TX. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email for other accommodation options.

Job DescriptionAt 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 communications 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.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., • 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., • 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.)., • 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., • 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., • 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 and/or Compact State Licensure within 60 days OR, • RN-Temp - Registered Nurse - Temporary State Licensure within 60 days AND, • BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) AND, • Magnet - ANCC Recognized Certification within 1 year OR, • If at HMH, must have an ANCC-recognized leadership certification within 1 year AND, • Other credentials and certifications as defined by unit/service line KNOWLEDGE, 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 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 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 Company Profile: Houston Methodist West Hospital is committed to leading medicine in West Houston, Katy and surrounding communities by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of exceptional safety, quality, service and innovation. The growing campus offers 253 beds and access to the most innovative medical and surgical care available, including cardiology and cardiovascular surgery; neurology and neurosurgery; comprehensive cancer care; orthopedics and sports medicine; gastroenterology; bariatrics; childbirth center with level III NICU; emergency care; and advanced imaging. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job DescriptionAt 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 communications 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.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., • 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., • 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.)., • 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., • 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., • 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 and/or Compact State Licensure within 60 days OR, • RN-Temp - Registered Nurse - Temporary State Licensure within 60 days AND, • BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) AND, • Magnet - ANCC Recognized Certification within 1 year OR, • If at HMH, must have an ANCC-recognized leadership certification within 1 year AND, • Other credentials and certifications as defined by unit/service line KNOWLEDGE, 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 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 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 Company Profile: Houston Methodist West Hospital is committed to leading medicine in West Houston, Katy and surrounding communities by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of exceptional safety, quality, service and innovation. The growing campus offers 253 beds and access to the most innovative medical and surgical care available, including cardiology and cardiovascular surgery; neurology and neurosurgery; comprehensive cancer care; orthopedics and sports medicine; gastroenterology; bariatrics; childbirth center with level III NICU; emergency care; and advanced imaging. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job DescriptionAt 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 communications 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. 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. Practices in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity and inclusion principles. 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 on-going basis. Conducts conversations with staff on their development and IDP. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. EDUCATION • Bachelor's degree or higher in Nursing WORK EXPERIENCE • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure within 60 days OR, • RN-Temp - Registered Nurse - Temporary State Licensure within 60 days AND, • BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) AND, • Magnet - ANCC Recognized Certification within 1 year OR, • If at HMH, must have an ANCC-recognized leadership certification within 1 year AND, • 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 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 WORK ATTIRE • Uniform No, • Scrubs Yes, • Business professional Yes, • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital opened in June 2017 as the eighth hospital in the Houston Methodist system. This 267-bed, 725,000-square-foot, full-service, acute-care hospital offers many of the same services as our flagship hospital in the Texas Medical Center. Also, on the beautiful hospital campus, located at the intersection of Interstate 45 and Texas State Highway 242, are two medical office buildings, which include a Breast Care Center; Cancer Center; infusion center; heart and vascular services; neurology; orthopedics and sports medicine; rehabilitation services; wellness services; an outpatient laboratory; and several other multispecialty physician practices. In January 2022, Houston Methodist The Woodlands opened Healing Tower — a $250 million expansion project that added 106 beds, focused on medical-surgical and women’s services, and provided nine operating rooms. The project also included the expansion of the endoscopy center, emergency department and diagnostic imaging department with an enhanced neurodiagnostic and interventional center. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job DescriptionAt Houston Methodist, the Nurse Auditor position is responsible auditing and reconciling patient charts (i.e. medical record) on a daily basis or upon request from Payor's on-site auditors, Patient Accounting, Risk Management, Revenue Cycle, and other hospital entities needing completion of audit for reasons of treatment, payment or operations to ensure accuracy and in compliance with regulatory requirements, hospital and system policies and procedures. This position will complete audits to ensure that the clinical documentation contained within the patient chart supports items and services included on the patient bill and identifies and corrects errors or discrepancies to accurately support reasons for treatment, billing, payment or operations. The Nurse Auditor position ensures clinical documentation supports all patient billing, verifies all patient services are listed for payment, prepares reports of discrepancies/exceptions and provides recommendations for corrective action. This position ensures complete and timely responses to requests from hospital, other Houston Methodist entities, and Corporate for additional needed information, or further audits. The Nurse Auditor position responds to audits in the form of verbal exit conferences and/or a written exchange of findings. PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Collaborates and works fluidly with the Business/Finance office(s) to communicate audit results. Delivers a list of exceptions needing corrective action based on audit results to management., • Opens and reviews case records for consistency and accuracy in documentation. Trains and educates staff on documentation and charging process., • Collaborates, as appropriate, with outside auditors who audit specific patients accounts for items not documented and to determine what is and is not allowable., • Assists with intradepartmental data collection associated with various external, internal, and administrative audits., • Audits and reconciles patient charts, services and items included in the patient's chart with services and items included on the patient's bill, on a daily basis or upon request from Payor's on-site auditors, Patient Accounting, Risk Management, Revenue Cycle, and other network hospital entities needing completion of audit for reasons of treatment, payment or operations. Performs quality and safety audits through review of patient and other records, through direct observations, as appropriate. Exercises sound clinical judgment, discretion and initiative when performing data audits., • Intervenes and takes appropriate action to foster real-time compliance to performance measures associated with regulatory, national, and regional guidelines. Interventions to promote compliance may include discussion, and/or collaboration with physicians, nurses, other healthcare personnel, and patients., • Organizes and reconciles daily workdrivers to ensure accountability of all audits assigned and to ensure audits are worked in proper priority. Recognizes that customer service and fiduciary responsibility must be balanced., • Fosters identification and implementation of innovative solutions to improve department operations by leading and/or participating in hospital projects and shared governance activities where appropriate., • Three years of hospital clinical experience, preferably in a surgical setting, • One year of experience auditing in a surgical or hospital settingLICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED, • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure within 60 days OR, • RN-Temp - Registered Nurse - Temporary State Licensure within 60 days KNOWLEDGE, 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, • Ability to learn and apply use of databases for aggregation of data for analysis, • Ability to independently analyze and solve problems, • Computer proficiency to complete job duties independently, • Expertise in medical staff quality initiatives, • Strong research interpretation skills, • Time management and prioritization skills 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* No TRAVEL** Travel specifications may vary by department • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes, • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Yes Company Profile: Houston Methodist West Hospital is committed to leading medicine in West Houston, Katy and surrounding communities by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of exceptional safety, quality, service and innovation. The growing campus offers 253 beds and access to the most innovative medical and surgical care available, including cardiology and cardiovascular surgery; neurology and neurosurgery; comprehensive cancer care; orthopedics and sports medicine; gastroenterology; bariatrics; childbirth center with level III NICU; emergency care; and advanced imaging. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job DescriptionRN Clinical Nurse II- Cardiovascular & Thoracic Critical Care Unit Job ID: 174319 Location: Chapel Hill, NC Facility/Division: UNC Medical Center Status: Full Time Shift: Rotating Job Description Description *This position qualifies for our UNC Hospitals RN Incentive Program, which includes up to $20,000 commitment incentive or up to $25,000 tuition loan forgiveness. In addition, this position is also eligible for up to $10,000 in relocation assistance (based on location) and our employee referral program. The Cardiovascular and Thoracic Critical Care Unit is located in the new state-of-the-art North Carolina Surgical Hospital and is part of the UNC Center for Heart and Vascular Care. It is a fast-paced, Beacon Award for Excellence designated, 40-bed unit specializing in the care of critically ill patients with cardiothoracic and vascular disease. The primary surgical procedures include coronary artery bypass grafting, heart valve repair/replacements, heart transplants, lung transplants, LVAD, ECMO, aortic/thoracic aneurysm repairs, and complicated esophageal, thoracic and vascular surgeries. Teamwork and interdisciplinary collaboration are hallmarks for this unit while providing expert “Carolina Care” to the patients and families we serve. Our ONE GREAT TEAM facilitates admissions, treatments, transfers, and discharges of patients 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. CTCCU is currently accepting applications for candidates interested in intermediate level care positions. Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve. Summary: Provides competent clinical nursing care consistent with professional standards. Reporting and accountable to the Nurse Manager/Director, the Clinical Nurse is responsible for coordinating and delivering patient care utilizing the nursing process in a hospital setting. Responsibilities: 1. Education - Participates in identifying and meeting learning needs of self. Attends education programs based on identified learning needs. With assistance, uses patient education materials relevant to patient population. Assesses readiness to learn of the patient/family/caregivers. Assesses developmental level of patient and factors affecting ability to learn., 2. Evaluation of Care - Identifies expected patient outcomes. Seeks guidance as needed in revision of plan of care. Participates in discussion with members of the interdisciplinary team in evaluation of patient care. Communicates relevant information to promote continuity of care., 3. Implementation - Demonstrates competence in care of patients with complex problems, including population-appropriate physical, psychosocial, educational and safety aspects of care. Performs bedside point of care testing as required for patient care plan. Utilizes healthcare organization and nursing standards, policies and procedures in delivery of care. Organizes and prioritizes care according to patient/family needs. Consults with appropriate resources in a timely fashion regarding patients with complex care issues, unusual teaching needs and/or those at high risk for discharge planning., 4. Leadership - With assistance, develops goals to promote professional growth or minimize limitations. Achieves goals and objectives within identified time frame or renegotiates with supervisor. Is knowledgeable about activities which facilitate intra/interdepartmental collaboration. Participates in development and achievement of unit goals and performance improvement activities. Effectively uses communication systems. Participates in promoting cost-effective care. Gives feedback to co-workers. Is aware of public policy and regulatory guidelines affecting the health care environment. Promotes a safe, clean and secure hospital environment for all., 5. Patient Assessment - Recognizes data from complex situations to determine priorities for care. Includes appropriate physical, psychosocial, education and safety needs. Synthesizes assessment data into meaningful whole prior to communication to others. Assesses and anticipates discharge needs of individual patients and families. Develops relationships with families that promote their ability to advocate for the patient and their own needs., 6. Planning - Collaborates with patient/family to prepare or update the plan of care. Makes use of available multidisciplinary resources in planning care. Begins to use full range of communication as a means to convey planning. Identifies and addresses cultural and ethnic issues in planning patient care. Demonstrates ability to prioritize tasks for patients with complex problems., 7. Research - Reads journals that contain studies or articles that may be applicable to practice. Brings ideas and questions to the staff at large for assessment of applicability. Other Information Other information: Education Requirements: _ Graduation from a school of professional nursing. _ If hired after January 6, 2014, must be enrolled within four years of employment, and obtain a Bachelor's degree with a major in Nursing or a Master's degree with a major in Nursing within seven years of employment date. Licensure/Certification Requirements: _ Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of North Carolina. _ Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider certification Professional Experience Requirements: _ One (1) year of nursing experience. Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements: Job Details Legal Employer: STATE Entity: UNC Medical Center Organization Unit: Cardiovascular and Thoracic Critical Care Unit Work Type: Full Time Standard Hours Per Week: 36.00 Salary Range: $33.88 - $47.91 per hour (Hiring Range) Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity Work Assignment Type: Onsite Work Schedule: Rotating Location of Job: US:NC:Chapel Hill Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System with UNC Health benefits. If, however, you are presently an employee of another North Carolina agency and currently participate in TSERS or the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating in those plans at UNC Health. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity Company DescriptionUNC Health is an integrated health care system owned by the state of North Carolina and based in Chapel Hill. UNC Health is committed to empowering health, not just health care. From Magnet recognition to being named one of America's Best Employers by Forbes Magazine, we're proud to say that our hard work is consistently recognized, awarded, and celebrated.UNC Health is an integrated health care system owned by the state of North Carolina and based in Chapel Hill. UNC Health is committed to empowering health, not just health care. From Magnet recognition to being named one of America's Best Employers by Forbes Magazine, we're proud to say that our hard work is consistently recognized, awarded, and celebrated.

Job DescriptionAt 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 communications 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.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., • 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., • 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.)., • 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., • 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., • 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 and/or Compact State Licensure within 60 days OR, • RN-Temp - Registered Nurse - Temporary State Licensure within 60 days AND, • BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) AND, • Magnet - ANCC Recognized Certification within 1 year OR, • If at HMH, must have an ANCC-recognized leadership certification within 1 year AND, • Other credentials and certifications as defined by unit/service line KNOWLEDGE, 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 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 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 Company Profile: Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital opened in June 2017 as the eighth hospital in the Houston Methodist system. This 267-bed, 725,000-square-foot, full-service, acute-care hospital offers many of the same services as our flagship hospital in the Texas Medical Center. Also, on the beautiful hospital campus, located at the intersection of Interstate 45 and Texas State Highway 242, are two medical office buildings, which include a Breast Care Center; Cancer Center; infusion center; heart and vascular services; neurology; orthopedics and sports medicine; rehabilitation services; wellness services; an outpatient laboratory; and several other multispecialty physician practices. In January 2022, Houston Methodist The Woodlands opened Healing Tower — a $250 million expansion project that added 106 beds, focused on medical-surgical and women’s services, and provided nine operating rooms. The project also included the expansion of the endoscopy center, emergency department and diagnostic imaging department with an enhanced neurodiagnostic and interventional center. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job DescriptionAt Houston Methodist, the Case Manager PRN (CM) position is a licensed registered nurse (RN) who comprehensively plans for case management of a target patient population on a designated unit(s). This position works with the physicians and interprofessional health care team to facilitate and maintain compassionate, efficient quality care and achievement of desired treatment outcomes. The CM PRN holds joint accountability with social worker for discharge planning and continuity of care and assures that admission and continued stay are medically necessary and communicates clinical information to payors to ensure reimbursement. The CM PRN helps drive change by identifying areas where performance improvement is needed (e.g., day-to-day workflow, education, process improvements, patient satisfaction).PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Collaborates with the physician and all members of the interprofessional health care team to facilitate care for designated case load; monitors the patient's progress, intervening as needed to ensure that the plan of care and services provided are patient-focused, high quality, efficient, and cost-effective; facilitates timely: • completion and reporting of diagnostic testing;, • completion of treatment plan and discharge plan;, • modification of plan of care, as necessary, to meet the ongoing needs of the patient;, • assignment of appropriate levels of care;, • completion of all required documentation in EPIC and MIDAS • Performs review for medical necessity of admission, continued stay and resource use, appropriate level of care and program compliance. Identifies when services no longer meet InterQual/Millman l criteria, initiates discussion with attending physicians, coordinates with the external case manager to facilitate discharge planning, seeks assistance from the physician advisor, if needed, and informs management of the possible need for issuing Medicare Hospital Initiated Notice of Non-coverage., • Documents assessment and interventions efficiently and effectively., • Plans for routine/difficult discharge and anticipates/prevents and manages emergent situations. Specific focus given to discharge plan and elimination of barriers., • Performs post-discharge review by analyzing the inpatient record to ensure that compliance with quality indicators are met. Intervenes and takes appropriate action to foster real-time compliance with CMS guidelines and other performance measures associated with certification programs and other regulatory, national, regional or locally- sponsored quality programs. Provides reports, as needed, to appropriate parties showing: • compliance with established governmental and/or institutional rules and regulations, • analysis of problematic areas, and, • actions taken to improve compliance • Conducts chart audits and performs peer-to-peer evaluations for continuous quality improvement., • Monitors Length of Stay (LOS) for case load on an ongoing basis. Identifies population and/or service-specific trends impacting LOS and addresses/resolves problems impeding treatment progress. Proactively takes action to achieve continuous improvement and expedite care/facilitate discharge. Contributes to meeting departmental financial target on scorecard, • Manages all patients in Observation Status, daily, informing physicians of timely disposition options to assure maximum benefits for patients and reimbursement for the hospital., • Provides education to unit-based physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers on any case management topics., • Identifies opportunity for practice changes. Offers innovative solutions through evidence-based practice/performance improvement projects and shared governance activities., • Three (3) years hospital clinical nursing experience which includes two (2) years in case managementLICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED, • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure within 60 days OR, • RN-Temp - Registered Nurse - Temporary State Licensure within 60 days KNOWLEDGE, 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, • Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and Managed Care requirements, • Comprehensive knowledge of community resources, health care financial and payer requirements/issues, and eligibility for state, local and federal programs, • Comprehensive knowledge of discharge planning, utilization management, case management, performance improvement and managed care reimbursement., • Understanding of pre-acute and post-acute venues of care and post-acute community resources., • Ability to work independently, • Strong assessment, organizational and problem-solving skill as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components, • Demonstrates critical thinking and makes decisions using evidence-based analytical approach in interactions with physicians, payors, and patients and their families 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 Company Profile: Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital opened in June 2017 as the eighth hospital in the Houston Methodist system. This 267-bed, 725,000-square-foot, full-service, acute-care hospital offers many of the same services as our flagship hospital in the Texas Medical Center. Also, on the beautiful hospital campus, located at the intersection of Interstate 45 and Texas State Highway 242, are two medical office buildings, which include a Breast Care Center; Cancer Center; infusion center; heart and vascular services; neurology; orthopedics and sports medicine; rehabilitation services; wellness services; an outpatient laboratory; and several other multispecialty physician practices. In January 2022, Houston Methodist The Woodlands opened Healing Tower — a $250 million expansion project that added 106 beds, focused on medical-surgical and women’s services, and provided nine operating rooms. The project also included the expansion of the endoscopy center, emergency department and diagnostic imaging department with an enhanced neurodiagnostic and interventional center. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job DescriptionAt Houston Methodist, the Staff Registered Nurse (RN) position is responsible for functioning at the Competent to Proficient stage of Benner's model of clinical practice. The Staff RN position provides professional nursing care to a diverse patient population, conducts nursing assessments, assists with exams and treatment, clinical triage, patient education, and maintenance of medical records. The Staff RN 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, during and after care. The Staff RN 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 uses leadership skills/clinical judgment in coordinating patient care and directing/delegating activities of the patient care clinical team. with progressive responsibility including but not limited to serving as preceptor to new employees and contributing to initiatives in partnership with management.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 patient flow, 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 the interprofessional health care team, when appropriate, and applies feedback to improve patient outcomes., • 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., • Advocates on patient/family's behalf to identify and resolve clinical and ethical concerns, utilizing appropriate resources, coordinating with the interprofessional team to facilitate a holistic and goal-oriented approach to care across the continuum that meets the patient's physical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs., • Follows the standards related to the nursing process, 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 quality measures and patient safety outcomes, supported by accurate documentation and patient teaching., • 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., • Operates all required equipment and machinery accurately and safely, prepares, assembles, and sterilizes instruments and supplies according to parameters of sterilization in accordance with The Department of Health, TJC, OSHA, CDC, AAMI and AORN standards. Maintains appropriate records, and monitors quality control and infection control standards. Provides asset management and support of surgical instruments and trays belonging to or consigned to the facility., • Displays self-motivation to independently manage time effectively, timely document care, minimize incidental overtime, and prioritize daily tasks. Provides input into department resource utilization including capital and operational budget needs., • Contributes towards meeting department financial targets through optimizing efficiency and other areas according to department specifications., • Champions new care pathways or service line implementations to improve care to the community. Identifies trends for improvement opportunities or practice changes and supports initiatives. Researches the change and presents options to appropriate clinical leadership., • One year of nursing experience in a healthcare environmentLICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED, • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure within 60 days OR, • RN-Temp - Registered Nurse - Temporary State Licensure within 60 days AND, • BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) AND, • Other credentials and certifications as defined by department/service line KNOWLEDGE, 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 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 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* 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 Company Profile: With more than 40 locations throughout the Greater Houston area, Houston Methodist Primary Care Group brings quality, compassionate care to for the entire family, to the communities where our patients work and live. As part of the Houston Methodist health system — one of the nation’s leading health systems — the Primary Care Group offers efficient access to world-class specialty care and hospital services from a network comprised of the nation’s leading hospitals and health care professionals. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job DescriptionLegal Secretary Legal Secretary $70k-$85k DOE Onsite in Downtown Houston Position Overview We are seeking a skilled Legal Secretary to support our legal team by performing various administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will contribute to the efficiency of our practice by managing documents, scheduling appointments, and ensuring compliance with court procedures. This role will work alongside a Paralegal to support four attorneys. This position is onsite in downtown Houston. Key Responsibilities • Manage and organize legal documents and files, • Prepare and edit legal documents and correspondence, • Assist in case management and tracking deadlines, • Schedule appointments, court dates, and meetings for attorneys, • Maintain billing records and assist with invoicing, • Ensure compliance with court procedures and filing requirements, • Communicate with clients and third parties as necessary, • 3+ yrs experience as a Legal Secretary, Paralegal, Legal Assistant or in a similar administrative role, • Familiarity with legal terminology and court procedures, • Excellent time management and organizational skills, • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation, • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information, • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, • Experience in office management is a plus 100% Covered Medical Benefits Dental and Vision Pet Insurance 401k Match PTO HSA Contribution • For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 09/24/2025 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at to make arrangements.

Job DescriptionWe hold ourselves and the careers we build to a higher standard. At Houston Methodist, nurses develop their skills through a wide range of educational programs, collaborate with physicians to provide the best care and build upon a world-class reputation for excellence in patient care, education and research. We hold ourselves - and the careers we build - to a higher standard. Our growing, inclusive health care system offers: • Superior practice settings, • High safety standards, • Professional development & nursing education, • Meaningful collaboration with physicians, • Bachelor of Science degree or higher from an accredited School of Nursing, • Twelve months registered nurse experience in a healthcare environment, • Texas RN license or temporary TX RN license, should obtain permanent license within 90 days. Compact license acceptable according to current Board of Nursing requirements, • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Fast Facts | Houston Methodist West Hospital • 237 operating beds, • 22 operating rooms, • 1,220 affiliated physicians, • 1,911 employees, • 14,406 inpatients, • 170,289 outpatients Vicki Brownewell Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer Houston Methodist West Hospital "Our nurses enjoy a positive culture which fosters delivering the highest levels of compassionate patient care. Houston Methodist West Hospital nurses fully participate in growing the hospital and adding new sophisticated services, while continuing in their own professional growth. Come join us for the best experience of your career." About Houston Methodist West Hospital Houston Methodist West Hospital is committed to leading medicine in West Houston, Katy and surrounding communities by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of exceptional safety, quality, personalized service and innovation. The growing campus offers more than 200 beds, 22 operating rooms and more than 1,900 employees. Originally opened in 2010, the campus is expanding as part of the master plan, adding additional inpatient beds and a third medical office building to the campus by late 2023. Awards and Distinctions • Magnet(R) Recognition - American Nurses Credentialing Center, • Five Star Award - Texas Department of State Health Services Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job DescriptionWe hold ourselves and the careers we build to a higher standard. At Houston Methodist, nurses develop their skills through a wide range of educational programs, collaborate with physicians to provide the best care and build upon a world-class reputation for excellence in patient care, education and research. We hold ourselves - and the careers we build - to a higher standard. Our growing, inclusive health care system offers: • Superior practice settings, • High safety standards, • Professional development & nursing education, • Meaningful collaboration with physicians, • Bachelor of Science degree or higher from an accredited School of Nursing, • Twelve months registered nurse experience in a healthcare environment, • Texas RN license or temporary TX RN license, should obtain permanent license within 90 days. Compact license acceptable according to current Board of Nursing requirements, • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Fast Facts | Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital • 64-Acre Campus, • 720,000 Square-Foot Hospital, • 2 - 6-Story 150,000 Square-Foot Medical Office Buildings, • 2 - 800 car parking garages, • 300 Inpatient Beds, • 187 Med/Surg Beds, • 25 ICU Beds, • 53 Birthing Center Beds, • 24 NICU Beds, • 15 Operating Rooms, • 6 Cath Labs, • 6 Endoscopy Suites, • Diagnostic Imaging Kerrie Guerrero Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital "Working at Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital means Leading Medicine in your community. Every day our dedicated nursing staff plays a vital role in delivering unparalleled safety, quality, service and innovation to our patients and their families. The professional culture of our hospital cultivates an environment in which they can practice the art and science of nursing while enjoying opportunities for growth and development." About Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital opened in 2017 as the eighth hospital in the Houston Methodist system. This full-service, acute care hospital offers many of the same services as our flagship hospital in the Texas Medical Center. With 187 operating beds, 15 operating rooms and more than 1,800 employees, Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital provides comprehensive, personalized care for residents of Montgomery County and the surrounding areas. Awards and Distinctions • Magnet Recognition for Outstanding Nursing- American Nurses Credentialing Center, • Patient Safety Excellence Award(tm)- Healthgrades(R), • Gold Beacon Award for Excellence - ICU- American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN), • Accredited Cardiac Rehabilitation Outpatient Program- American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation, • Breast Imaging Center of Excellence- American College of Radiology Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job Description Are you looking for a home care job where you can make a difference in people’s lives? Do you want to work for a home care agency that genuinely cares about patients and staff? We are proud to offer you the opportunity to pursue your passion. Come see how BrightStar Care Houston Metro and Pasadena (“BrightStar Care”) employees uphold A Higher Standard. What We Offer: • 401(k), • Flexible work schedule, • Paid Holidays, • Paid Time-Off, • Assists in the development of organization goals. Develops, recommends, and administers agency policies and procedures., • Supervises, educates and coaches other nursing personnel/care-giving staff., • Plans and implements in-service and training programs., • Oversees the maintenance of client clinical records, statistics, reports and records for purposes of evaluation and reporting of organization activities., • Assures proper maintenance of clinical records in compliance with local, state and federal laws., • Current RN license, • Two (2) years of clinical experience, • Prefer one (1) year experience in a home health agency, • Current Drive License and reliable transportation, • Submit to a background check, • Demonstrated ability to supervise and direct staff., • Excellent interpersonal skills., • Excellent customer service skills and ability to deal tactfully with clients, staff and community., • Case management skills are a plus

Job DescriptionWe hold ourselves and the careers we build to a higher standard. At Houston Methodist, nurses develop their skills through a wide range of educational programs, collaborate with physicians to provide the best care and build upon a world-class reputation for excellence in patient care, education and research. We hold ourselves - and the careers we build - to a higher standard. Our growing, inclusive health care system offers: • Superior practice settings, • High safety standards, • Professional development & nursing education, • Meaningful collaboration with physicians, • Bachelor of Science degree or higher from an accredited School of Nursing, • Twelve months registered nurse experience in a healthcare environment, • Texas RN license or temporary TX RN license, should obtain permanent license within 90 days. Compact license acceptable according to current Board of Nursing requirements, • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Fast Facts | Houston Methodist West Hospital • 237 operating beds, • 22 operating rooms, • 1,220 affiliated physicians, • 1,911 employees, • 14,406 inpatients, • 170,289 outpatients Vicki Brownewell Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer Houston Methodist West Hospital "Our nurses enjoy a positive culture which fosters delivering the highest levels of compassionate patient care. Houston Methodist West Hospital nurses fully participate in growing the hospital and adding new sophisticated services, while continuing in their own professional growth. Come join us for the best experience of your career." About Houston Methodist West Hospital Houston Methodist West Hospital is committed to leading medicine in West Houston, Katy and surrounding communities by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of exceptional safety, quality, personalized service and innovation. The growing campus offers more than 200 beds, 22 operating rooms and more than 1,900 employees. Originally opened in 2010, the campus is expanding as part of the master plan, adding additional inpatient beds and a third medical office building to the campus by late 2023. Awards and Distinctions • Magnet(R) Recognition - American Nurses Credentialing Center, • Five Star Award - Texas Department of State Health Services Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job DescriptionAt Houston Methodist, the Endoscopy Technician I (Endo Tech) position, under the direction of a Registered Nurse and/or physician, provides support to the gastroenterology (GI) providers and other members of the healthcare team and is directly involved in patient care before, during and after procedures. This position assists with gastroenterology (GI) endoscopy procedures related to preparation for and assisting with room turnaround activities for procedures, which include cleaning and processing of endoscopes and accessory equipment. The Endo Tech I position is familiar with all endoscopy supplies and other related equipment ensuring that items are ready, available and in good working conditions at all times. Other duties for this position will include department upkeep, as delegated by licensed personnel.PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Collaborates with all members of the interprofessional care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner. Communication to promote both work efforts and problem resolution is clear and professional., • Prepares room, equipment and supplies to accommodate planned procedures., • Supports the physician with diagnostic or therapeutic endoscopy procedures, pertinent observations, and anticipates the next steps and possible complications of those procedures., • Utilizes proper use, handling, cleaning, and high-level disinfecting techniques of endoscopes, equipment and accessories. Assists in cleaning room for turnover as needed., • Prepares for the procedure by organizing the work flow, problem-solving, and managing multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision., • Promotes quality patient care by handling specimens appropriately and entering patient data accurately., • Supports and upholds established hospital and department policies, procedures, and standards. Reports observed variances in practices to department management., • Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Assists team members in maintaining inventories. Monitors supplies to maintain par level., • Identifies and assumes responsibility of own learning needs, consults with healthcare team experts and seeks continuing education opportunities to meet those needs. Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond novice competencies with a focus on continual development., • One (1) year of patient care experience in a healthcare setting, • Previous endoscopy or direct patient care experience preferredLICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED, • BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) KNOWLEDGE, 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, • Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include electronic health record and Microsoft Office software to maintain patient and exam document, • Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers, • Organizational and problem solving skills as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components, • Demonstrates time management skills, • Ability to progress towards independence and exercise judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional care team and patients and their families 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 No, • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No 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. With 948 operating beds, 85 operating rooms and more than 8,400 employees, Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job DescriptionWe hold ourselves and the careers we build to a higher standard. At Houston Methodist, nurses develop their skills through a wide range of educational programs, collaborate with physicians to provide the best care and build upon a world-class reputation for excellence in patient care, education and research. We hold ourselves - and the careers we build - to a higher standard. Our growing, inclusive health care system offers: • Superior practice settings, • High safety standards, • Professional development & nursing education, • Meaningful collaboration with physicians, • Bachelor of Science degree or higher from an accredited School of Nursing, • Twelve months registered nurse experience in a healthcare environment, • Texas RN license or temporary TX RN license, should obtain permanent license within 90 days. Compact license acceptable according to current Board of Nursing requirements, • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Fast Facts | Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital • 64-Acre Campus, • 720,000 Square-Foot Hospital, • 2 - 6-Story 150,000 Square-Foot Medical Office Buildings, • 2 - 800 car parking garages, • 300 Inpatient Beds, • 187 Med/Surg Beds, • 25 ICU Beds, • 53 Birthing Center Beds, • 24 NICU Beds, • 15 Operating Rooms, • 6 Cath Labs, • 6 Endoscopy Suites, • Diagnostic Imaging Kerrie Guerrero Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital "Working at Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital means Leading Medicine in your community. Every day our dedicated nursing staff plays a vital role in delivering unparalleled safety, quality, service and innovation to our patients and their families. The professional culture of our hospital cultivates an environment in which they can practice the art and science of nursing while enjoying opportunities for growth and development." About Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital opened in 2017 as the eighth hospital in the Houston Methodist system. This full-service, acute care hospital offers many of the same services as our flagship hospital in the Texas Medical Center. With 187 operating beds, 15 operating rooms and more than 1,800 employees, Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital provides comprehensive, personalized care for residents of Montgomery County and the surrounding areas. Awards and Distinctions • Magnet Recognition for Outstanding Nursing- American Nurses Credentialing Center, • Patient Safety Excellence Award(tm)- Healthgrades(R), • Gold Beacon Award for Excellence - ICU- American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN), • Accredited Cardiac Rehabilitation Outpatient Program- American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation, • Breast Imaging Center of Excellence- American College of Radiology Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job DescriptionRN Clinical Nurse II- GI Surgery & Surgical Oncology Acute Care Unit/6 Memorial Job ID: 179770 Location: Chapel Hill, NC Facility/Division: UNC Medical Center Status: Full Time Shift: Rotating Job Description Description This position qualifies for our UNC Hospitals RN Incentive Program, which includes up to $20,000 commitment incentive or up to $25,000 tuition loan forgiveness. In addition, this position is also eligible for up to $10,000 in relocation assistance (based on location) and our employee referral program. 6 Memorial is a 28 bed GI Surgery & Surgical Oncology Acute Care unit at UNC Medical Center in Chapel Hill. Our interdisciplinary team provides evidence-based and high-quality care primarily to adult post-surgical patients with weight loss issue, gastrointestinal (GI) cancers, and complex non-cancer GI-related illnesses. Our surgical oncology physician leaders are under the Surgical Oncology Division. This division is affiliated with the Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center. These physician leaders are nationally renowned for their expertise in improving colorectal, GI, and endocrine malignancy through clinical excellence, medical education, and research. Similarly, our GI physicians are known for their efforts in enhancing patient care for upper and lower gastrointestinal patients. Lastly, we are recognized nationally as a Bariatric Center for Excellence. Our patient populations require close post-operative observation, occasional remote cardiac telemetry, early aggressive mobilization, pulmonary hygiene, extensive physical therapies, IV, central line/PICC line care, administration of TPN, anticoagulation, oxygen therapy, pain management, blood product administration, intake/output and ostomy care. Additionally, multiple tube/drain care to include, chest tubes, Foley catheters, NG tubes, G-tubes, J-tubes, J/P drains, and rectal tubes. Extensive complex wound management along with multimodal nutritional support is given throughout the course of hospitalization. This is a 36 hours/week position for, with flexible self-scheduling to meet the needs of the staff and the unit and is eligible for an extensive benefit package. Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve. Summary: Provides competent clinical nursing care consistent with professional standards. Reporting and accountable to the Nurse Manager/Director, the Clinical Nurse is responsible for coordinating and delivering patient care utilizing the nursing process in a hospital setting. Responsibilities: 1. Education - Participates in identifying and meeting learning needs of self. Attends education programs based on identified learning needs. With assistance, uses patient education materials relevant to patient population. Assesses readiness to learn of the patient/family/caregivers. Assesses developmental level of patient and factors affecting ability to learn., 2. Evaluation of Care - Identifies expected patient outcomes. Seeks guidance as needed in revision of plan of care. Participates in discussion with members of the interdisciplinary team in evaluation of patient care. Communicates relevant information to promote continuity of care., 3. Implementation - Demonstrates competence in care of patients with complex problems, including population-appropriate physical, psychosocial, educational and safety aspects of care. Performs bedside point of care testing as required for patient care plan. Utilizes healthcare organization and nursing standards, policies and procedures in delivery of care. Organizes and prioritizes care according to patient/family needs. Consults with appropriate resources in a timely fashion regarding patients with complex care issues, unusual teaching needs and/or those at high risk for discharge planning., 4. Leadership - With assistance, develops goals to promote professional growth or minimize limitations. Achieves goals and objectives within identified time frame or renegotiates with supervisor. Is knowledgeable about activities which facilitate intra/interdepartmental collaboration. Participates in development and achievement of unit goals and performance improvement activities. Effectively uses communication systems. Participates in promoting cost-effective care. Gives feedback to co-workers. Is aware of public policy and regulatory guidelines affecting the health care environment. Promotes a safe, clean and secure hospital environment for all., 5. Patient Assessment - Recognizes data from complex situations to determine priorities for care. Includes appropriate physical, psychosocial, education and safety needs. Synthesizes assessment data into meaningful whole prior to communication to others. Assesses and anticipates discharge needs of individual patients and families. Develops relationships with families that promote their ability to advocate for the patient and their own needs., 6. Planning - Collaborates with patient/family to prepare or update the plan of care. Makes use of available multidisciplinary resources in planning care. Begins to use full range of communication as a means to convey planning. Identifies and addresses cultural and ethnic issues in planning patient care. Demonstrates ability to prioritize tasks for patients with complex problems., 7. Research - Reads journals that contain studies or articles that may be applicable to practice. Brings ideas and questions to the staff at large for assessment of applicability. Other Information Other information: Education Requirements: _ Graduation from a school of professional nursing. _ If hired after January 6, 2014, must be enrolled within four years of employment, and obtain a Bachelor's degree with a major in Nursing or a Master's degree with a major in Nursing within seven years of employment date. Licensure/Certification Requirements: _ Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of North Carolina. _ Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider certification Professional Experience Requirements: _ One (1) year of nursing experience. Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements: Job Details Legal Employer: STATE Entity: UNC Medical Center Organization Unit: 6 Memorial Work Type: Full Time Standard Hours Per Week: 36.00 Salary Range: $33.88 - $47.91 per hour (Hiring Range) Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity Work Assignment Type: Onsite Work Schedule: Rotating Location of Job: US:NC:Chapel Hill Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System with UNC Health benefits. If, however, you are presently an employee of another North Carolina agency and currently participate in TSERS or the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating in those plans at UNC Health. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity. Company DescriptionUNC Health is an integrated health care system owned by the state of North Carolina and based in Chapel Hill. UNC Health is committed to empowering health, not just health care. From Magnet recognition to being named one of America's Best Employers by Forbes Magazine, we're proud to say that our hard work is consistently recognized, awarded, and celebrated.UNC Health is an integrated health care system owned by the state of North Carolina and based in Chapel Hill. UNC Health is committed to empowering health, not just health care. From Magnet recognition to being named one of America's Best Employers by Forbes Magazine, we're proud to say that our hard work is consistently recognized, awarded, and celebrated.

Job DescriptionRN Clinical Nurse II-Surgical/Trauma Critical Care Unit Job ID: 174204 Location: Chapel Hill, NC Facility/Division: UNC Medical Center Status: Full Time Shift: Rotating Job Description Description Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve. The Surgical Trauma Critical Care Unit, is located in the new state-of-the-art North Carolina Surgical Hospital. It is a fast-paced, Level 1 Trauma certified, Beacon Gold Award for Excellence designated, 40-bed unit specializing in the care of critically injured trauma and surgical patients. This unit serves a variety of surgical patients in addition to trauma to include, but not limited to, transplant, plastics, oncology, obstetrics, gynecology, gastrointestinal, and orthopedics. Teamwork and interdisciplinary collaboration are hallmarks for this unit while providing expert “Carolina Care” to the patients and families we serve. Our ONE GREAT TEAM facilitates admissions, treatments, transfers, and discharges of patients 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. • Excellent Nurse-to-Patient Ratios: 1:2 or 1:3, • Supportive Schedule: Three 12-hour shifts per week (36 hours), with day/night/weekend rotations This is a 36 hour a week position, rotating 7am to 7pm/7pm to 7am. This position qualifies for an extensive benefit package. This position qualifies for our UNC Hospitals RN Incentive Program, which includes up to $20,000 commitment incentive or up to $25,000 tuition loan forgiveness. In addition, this position is also eligible for up to $10,000 in relocation assistance (based on location) and our employee referral program. Learn more about our UNC Hospitals RN Incentive Program here: -nurse-incentive-program Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve. Summary: Provides competent clinical nursing care consistent with professional standards. Reporting and accountable to the Nurse Manager/Director, the Clinical Nurse is responsible for coordinating and delivering patient care utilizing the nursing process in a hospital setting. Responsibilities: 1. Education - Participates in identifying and meeting learning needs of self. Attends education programs based on identified learning needs. With assistance, uses patient education materials relevant to patient population. Assesses readiness to learn of the patient/family/caregivers. Assesses developmental level of patient and factors affecting ability to learn., 2. Evaluation of Care - Identifies expected patient outcomes. Seeks guidance as needed in revision of plan of care. Participates in discussion with members of the interdisciplinary team in evaluation of patient care. Communicates relevant information to promote continuity of care., 3. Implementation - Demonstrates competence in care of patients with complex problems, including population-appropriate physical, psychosocial, educational and safety aspects of care. Performs bedside point of care testing as required for patient care plan. Utilizes healthcare organization and nursing standards, policies and procedures in delivery of care. Organizes and prioritizes care according to patient/family needs. Consults with appropriate resources in a timely fashion regarding patients with complex care issues, unusual teaching needs and/or those at high risk for discharge planning., 4. Leadership - With assistance, develops goals to promote professional growth or minimize limitations. Achieves goals and objectives within identified time frame or renegotiates with supervisor. Is knowledgeable about activities which facilitate intra/interdepartmental collaboration. Participates in development and achievement of unit goals and performance improvement activities. Effectively uses communication systems. Participates in promoting cost-effective care. Gives feedback to co-workers. Is aware of public policy and regulatory guidelines affecting the health care environment. Promotes a safe, clean and secure hospital environment for all., 5. Patient Assessment - Recognizes data from complex situations to determine priorities for care. Includes appropriate physical, psychosocial, education and safety needs. Synthesizes assessment data into meaningful whole prior to communication to others. Assesses and anticipates discharge needs of individual patients and families. Develops relationships with families that promote their ability to advocate for the patient and their own needs., 6. Planning - Collaborates with patient/family to prepare or update the plan of care. Makes use of available multidisciplinary resources in planning care. Begins to use full range of communication as a means to convey planning. Identifies and addresses cultural and ethnic issues in planning patient care. Demonstrates ability to prioritize tasks for patients with complex problems. Job Details Legal Employer: STATE Entity: UNC Medical Center Organization Unit: Surgical Trauma Critical Care Unit Work Type: Full Time Standard Hours Per Week: 36.00 Salary Range: $33.88 - $47.91 per hour (Hiring Range) Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity Work Assignment Type: Onsite Work Schedule: Rotating Location of Job: US:NC:Chapel Hill Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System with UNC Health benefits. If, however, you are presently an employee of another North Carolina agency and currently participate in TSERS or the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating in those plans at UNC Health. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity. Company DescriptionUNC Health is an integrated health care system owned by the state of North Carolina and based in Chapel Hill. UNC Health is committed to empowering health, not just health care. From Magnet recognition to being named one of America's Best Employers by Forbes Magazine, we're proud to say that our hard work is consistently recognized, awarded, and celebrated.UNC Health is an integrated health care system owned by the state of North Carolina and based in Chapel Hill. UNC Health is committed to empowering health, not just health care. From Magnet recognition to being named one of America's Best Employers by Forbes Magazine, we're proud to say that our hard work is consistently recognized, awarded, and celebrated.

Job DescriptionAt Houston Methodist, the Registered Nurse (RN) PRN 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 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 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 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.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., • 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., • 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., • 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., • 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., • Two years of registered nurse experience in a healthcare environmentLICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED, • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure within 60 days OR, • RN-Temp - Registered Nurse - Temporary State Licensure within 60 days AND, • BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) AND, • Magnet - ANCC Recognized Certification -- in applicable specialty area KNOWLEDGE, 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 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 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* 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 Company Profile: Houston Methodist West Hospital is committed to leading medicine in West Houston, Katy and surrounding communities by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of exceptional safety, quality, service and innovation. The growing campus offers 253 beds and access to the most innovative medical and surgical care available, including cardiology and cardiovascular surgery; neurology and neurosurgery; comprehensive cancer care; orthopedics and sports medicine; gastroenterology; bariatrics; childbirth center with level III NICU; emergency care; and advanced imaging. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job DescriptionAt 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. 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. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. 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 WORK EXPERIENCE • Two years as a registered nurse in an acute care hospital setting, • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure within 60 days OR, • RN-Temp - Registered Nurse - Temporary State Licensure within 60 days AND, • Additional credentials as defined by unit/service line LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - PREFERRED • 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) WORK ATTIRE • Uniform No, • Scrubs Yes, • Business professional Yes, • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No Houston Methodist West Hospital is committed to leading medicine in West Houston, Katy and surrounding communities by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of exceptional safety, quality, service and innovation. The growing campus offers 253 beds and access to the most innovative medical and surgical care available, including cardiology and cardiovascular surgery; neurology and neurosurgery; comprehensive cancer care; orthopedics and sports medicine; gastroenterology; bariatrics; childbirth center with level III NICU; emergency care; and advanced imaging. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job DescriptionAt Houston Methodist, the Endoscopy Technician II (Endo Tech) position, under the direction of a Registered Nurse and/or physician, is a proficient Endo Tech responsible for providing high quality support to the gastroenterology (GI) providers and other members of the healthcare team. This position is fully competent to assist with the preparation of GI endoscopy procedures related to preparation for and assisting with turnaround activities, which include cleaning and high-level disinfection processing of endoscopes and accessory equipment. The Endo Tech II position anticipates physician needs during endoscopy procedures, assists with the clean-up of the endoscopy suite, and acts as a mentor of others in the technician role. This position works independently, exercising sound judgement and executing above average clinical skills necessary for assisting with endo-related procedures. Other duties for the Endo Tech II position include serving as a mentor to Endo Tech I's, utilizing skills and knowledge, helping to train and orient others.PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Collaborates with all members of the interprofessional health care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner. Facilitates open, professional, communication to achieve mutual understanding, role modeling by example., • Teaches others to critically think by verbally expressing rationale for decisions and follows up, providing structured feedback with examples. Serves as a mentor to Endo Tech I's, utilizing skills and knowledge, helping to train and orient others., • Maintains an orderly environment that facilitates access to supplies, manuals and other resource information. Assists team members in maintaining inventories., • Independently and competently performs the duties and responsibilities of preceptor and clinical resource to Endo Tech physicians, patients, visitors and staff in order to provide optimal patient care., • Communicates potential revisions and accurately processes physician preference cards., • Anticipates the needs of the physician and prepares for the procedure by independently organizing the work flow, problem-solving, and managing multiple ongoing priorities., • Employs strong knowledge of the Endo Tech role to provide assistance during all levels of endoscopy procedures, diagnostic, therapeutic and complex. Executes procedures and interventions requiring advanced therapeutic and ERCP skills., • Promotes quality patient care by monitoring case progression/throughput through prompt communication to unit staff., • Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Assists team members in maintaining inventories. Monitors supplies to maintain par level., • Proactively seeks opportunities to enhance knowledge and learning towards proficiency in competencies with a focus on continual development., • Three years of experience as an Endoscopy TechnicianLICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED, • BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) KNOWLEDGE, 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, • Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include electronic health record and Microsoft Office software to maintain patient and exam document, • Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers, • Demonstrates independence and exercises sound judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional care team and patients and their families, • Demonstrates proficient knowledge for all endoscopy equipment and proper use, handling, cleaning, and high-level disinfecting of endoscopes, equipment and accessories., • Demonstrates proficient knowledge and appropriate use of hospital database such as EPIC. Ability to access information both in the department and within the hospital system, • Demonstrates Level I (entry level GI procedures) with expertise, • Demonstrates Level II (moderate level GI procedures and ERCP skills) with proficiency, • Demonstrates proficiency in advanced ERCP skills including SpyGlass and EHL, • Demonstrates competency in a minimum of one specialty skill 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 No, • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No 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. With 948 operating beds, 85 operating rooms and more than 8,400 employees, Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job DescriptionAt Houston Methodist, the Perioperative Nursing Assistant (PNA) position is responsible for applying basic knowledge and skills necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated nursing assistant level tasks for assigned age-specific, diverse patient population, assisting in the delivery of patient care and services under the supervision of a licensed nurse. This position assists with the physical preparation of the patient and physical environment prior to a surgical procedure being performed. The PNA position practices Relationship-Centered care in concert with the values of Houston Methodist.PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Promotes a positive work environment with the interprofessional care team. Participates in teamwork by responding positively to requests for assistance, taking the initiative to check on a regular basis if assistance is needed by the team. Works well with others to make contributions to the work effort and facilitates problem resolution., • Interacts with peers, staff and physicians in a supportive and respectful manner. Encourages open communication to achieve mutual understanding. Communication to promote both work efforts and problem resolution is clear and professional. Follows channels of communication for effective problem solving. Collaborates with all members of the interprofessional team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information in a clear and timely manner., • Provides assistant level care to Surgical Services patients within unit specific defined limits. Assists with preparation of the physical environment prior to surgical procedure, cleaning the room using prescribed sterile techniques, ensuring the maintenance of a clean and organized environment., • Transports patients to and from assigned room and assists with the preparation and positioning of the patient prior to surgical procedure., • Checks and maintains appropriate levels of surgical gowns, masks, cleaning supplies, and other supplies for the department., • Transports specimens, cultures, blood products, and body fluids to laboratory using universal precautions., • Reports observations, conditions and problems of patients to licensed personnel to achieve desired patient outcomes. Provides for the privacy of patients and families, keeping the safety of the patient in mind., • Reports ¿near misses¿ and inputs errors promptly into PSN to improve processes and identify trends. Assists in identification of corrective action and improvement activities., • Seeks guidance and validation of knowledge base, skill level and decision making as necessary, especially in areas of question, from preceptor and assigned licensed personnel. Completes and updates the individual development plan (IDP) on an on-going basis., • Previous experience in a healthcare role such as Patient Care Assistant, Transporter, Environmental Services Tech or basic Perioperative Nursing Assistant course preferredLICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED, • BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) KNOWLEDGE, 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 regarding 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 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 No, • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No 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. With 948 operating beds, 85 operating rooms and more than 8,400 employees, Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job DescriptionWe hold ourselves and the careers we build to a higher standard. At Houston Methodist, nurses develop their skills through a wide range of educational programs, collaborate with physicians to provide the best care and build upon a world-class reputation for excellence in patient care, education and research. We hold ourselves - and the careers we build - to a higher standard. Our growing, inclusive health care system offers: • Superior practice settings, • High safety standards, • Professional development & nursing education, • Meaningful collaboration with physicians, • Bachelor of Science degree or higher from an accredited School of Nursing, • Twelve months registered nurse experience in a healthcare environment, • Texas RN license or temporary TX RN license, should obtain permanent license within 90 days. Compact license acceptable according to current Board of Nursing requirements, • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Fast Facts | Houston Methodist West Hospital • 237 operating beds, • 22 operating rooms, • 1,220 affiliated physicians, • 1,911 employees, • 14,406 inpatients, • 170,289 outpatients Vicki Brownewell Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer Houston Methodist West Hospital "Our nurses enjoy a positive culture which fosters delivering the highest levels of compassionate patient care. Houston Methodist West Hospital nurses fully participate in growing the hospital and adding new sophisticated services, while continuing in their own professional growth. Come join us for the best experience of your career." About Houston Methodist West Hospital Houston Methodist West Hospital is committed to leading medicine in West Houston, Katy and surrounding communities by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of exceptional safety, quality, personalized service and innovation. The growing campus offers more than 200 beds, 22 operating rooms and more than 1,900 employees. Originally opened in 2010, the campus is expanding as part of the master plan, adding additional inpatient beds and a third medical office building to the campus by late 2023. Awards and Distinctions • Magnet(R) Recognition - American Nurses Credentialing Center, • Five Star Award - Texas Department of State Health Services Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job DescriptionWe hold ourselves and the careers we build to a higher standard. At Houston Methodist, nurses develop their skills through a wide range of educational programs, collaborate with physicians to provide the best care and build upon a world-class reputation for excellence in patient care, education and research. We hold ourselves - and the careers we build - to a higher standard. Our growing, inclusive health care system offers: • Superior practice settings, • High safety standards, • Professional development & nursing education, • Meaningful collaboration with physicians, • Bachelor of Science degree or higher from an accredited School of Nursing, • Twelve months registered nurse experience in a healthcare environment, • Texas RN license or temporary TX RN license, should obtain permanent license within 90 days. Compact license acceptable according to current Board of Nursing requirements, • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Fast Facts | Houston Methodist West Hospital • 237 operating beds, • 22 operating rooms, • 1,220 affiliated physicians, • 1,911 employees, • 14,406 inpatients, • 170,289 outpatients Vicki Brownewell Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer Houston Methodist West Hospital "Our nurses enjoy a positive culture which fosters delivering the highest levels of compassionate patient care. Houston Methodist West Hospital nurses fully participate in growing the hospital and adding new sophisticated services, while continuing in their own professional growth. Come join us for the best experience of your career." About Houston Methodist West Hospital Houston Methodist West Hospital is committed to leading medicine in West Houston, Katy and surrounding communities by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of exceptional safety, quality, personalized service and innovation. The growing campus offers more than 200 beds, 22 operating rooms and more than 1,900 employees. Originally opened in 2010, the campus is expanding as part of the master plan, adding additional inpatient beds and a third medical office building to the campus by late 2023. Awards and Distinctions • Magnet(R) Recognition - American Nurses Credentialing Center, • Five Star Award - Texas Department of State Health Services Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job DescriptionWe hold ourselves and the careers we build to a higher standard. At Houston Methodist, nurses develop their skills through a wide range of educational programs, collaborate with physicians to provide the best care and build upon a world-class reputation for excellence in patient care, education and research. We hold ourselves - and the careers we build - to a higher standard. Our growing, inclusive health care system offers: • Superior practice settings, • High safety standards, • Professional development & nursing education, • Meaningful collaboration with physicians, • Bachelor of Science degree or higher from an accredited School of Nursing, • Twelve months registered nurse experience in a healthcare environment, • Texas RN license or temporary TX RN license, should obtain permanent license within 90 days. Compact license acceptable according to current Board of Nursing requirements, • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Fast Facts | Houston Methodist West Hospital • 237 operating beds, • 22 operating rooms, • 1,220 affiliated physicians, • 1,911 employees, • 14,406 inpatients, • 170,289 outpatients Vicki Brownewell Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer Houston Methodist West Hospital "Our nurses enjoy a positive culture which fosters delivering the highest levels of compassionate patient care. Houston Methodist West Hospital nurses fully participate in growing the hospital and adding new sophisticated services, while continuing in their own professional growth. Come join us for the best experience of your career." About Houston Methodist West Hospital Houston Methodist West Hospital is committed to leading medicine in West Houston, Katy and surrounding communities by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of exceptional safety, quality, personalized service and innovation. The growing campus offers more than 200 beds, 22 operating rooms and more than 1,900 employees. Originally opened in 2010, the campus is expanding as part of the master plan, adding additional inpatient beds and a third medical office building to the campus by late 2023. Awards and Distinctions • Magnet(R) Recognition - American Nurses Credentialing Center, • Five Star Award - Texas Department of State Health Services Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job DescriptionWe hold ourselves and the careers we build to a higher standard. At Houston Methodist, nurses develop their skills through a wide range of educational programs, collaborate with physicians to provide the best care and build upon a world-class reputation for excellence in patient care, education and research. We hold ourselves - and the careers we build - to a higher standard. Our growing, inclusive health care system offers: • Superior practice settings, • High safety standards, • Professional development & nursing education, • Meaningful collaboration with physicians, • Bachelor of Science degree or higher from an accredited School of Nursing, • Twelve months registered nurse experience in a healthcare environment, • Texas RN license or temporary TX RN license, should obtain permanent license within 90 days. Compact license acceptable according to current Board of Nursing requirements, • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Fast Facts | Houston Methodist West Hospital • 237 operating beds, • 22 operating rooms, • 1,220 affiliated physicians, • 1,911 employees, • 14,406 inpatients, • 170,289 outpatients Vicki Brownewell Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer Houston Methodist West Hospital "Our nurses enjoy a positive culture which fosters delivering the highest levels of compassionate patient care. Houston Methodist West Hospital nurses fully participate in growing the hospital and adding new sophisticated services, while continuing in their own professional growth. Come join us for the best experience of your career." About Houston Methodist West Hospital Houston Methodist West Hospital is committed to leading medicine in West Houston, Katy and surrounding communities by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of exceptional safety, quality, personalized service and innovation. The growing campus offers more than 200 beds, 22 operating rooms and more than 1,900 employees. Originally opened in 2010, the campus is expanding as part of the master plan, adding additional inpatient beds and a third medical office building to the campus by late 2023. Awards and Distinctions • Magnet(R) Recognition - American Nurses Credentialing Center, • Five Star Award - Texas Department of State Health Services Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested. ]]>

Job Description Our client, APS Building Services is seeking an HVAC Technician with Chiller Experience. The HVAC/RTechnician will ensure a high level of customer satisfaction by taking ownership and providing accurate and timely service, repair, and replacement of all types of HVAC equipment in the commercial/industrial HVAC market. ** The HVAC/ R Technician will be dispatched directly from their home to the work site and will work with minimal supervision. Overtime is available. Duties and Responsibilities: • Capable of performing downs on centrifugal chillers preferred., • Experience servicing Carrier, Trane, York, and Daikin centrifugal chillers preferred., • Accurately and timely responds to company processes for receiving and fulfilling service requests., • Follows APS's process of submitting reports and data for invoicing daily., • Safely and effectively uses tools and equipment wearing proper PPE., • Accurately troubleshoot and diagnoses problems with Cooling tower and related HVAC equipment to determine the best repair and replacement strategy., • Works effectively alone and with a team to complete repairs timely and safely with no errors or defects., • Communicate clearly with customers and management regarding job status and strategy for repair or requirement of cooling tower and related HVAC equipment., • Accurately and consistently checks work for errors and defects; technician accurately corrects errors and deficiencies., • Maintains technical knowledge of various cooling towers and related HVAC equipment., • Maintain a clean and orderly company provided vehicle., • Maintains a clean driving record., • 401K, • APS Sponsored Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage, • Various Voluntary Benefits Programs, • Tool Programs, • Training, • Company Truck, • Recognized Holiday Off, • Vacation, • Company Cell Phone, • Profit Sharing, • Company Sponsored Events