Registered Nurse; RN Medical Surgical

Position: Registered Nurse (RN) Medical Surgical - Multiple Openings
We are currently hiring for multiple positions in this role!  We have both full-time and part-time opportunities available across various shifts, including [day shift 7am - 7pm, night shift 7pm - 7am].  By applying to this requisition, you will be considered for current and future openings that match your skills and availability.  Candidates having qualifications that exceed the minimum job requirements will receive consideration for higher level roles given (1) their experience, (2) additional job requirements, and/or (3) business needs.

Depending on education, experience, and skill level, a variety of job opportunities might be available, including RN II and RN III. If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity with flexibility and a great company culture, we encourage you to apply today!

At Houston Methodist, the Registered Nurse (RN) II position is a licensed staff nurse, an experienced clinician, functions at the Competent to Proficient stage of Benner's model of clinical practice. The RN II position provides professional nursing care to a diverse patient population, conducts nursing assessments, assists with exams and treatment, patient education, and maintenance of medical records. The RN II position provides direct patient care effectively and efficiently which may include patients with varied and complex needs.

This position communicates and collaborates with the physicians and interprofessional health care team to facilitate, coordinate and maintain compassionate, efficient, quality care and achievement of desired treatment outcomes. The RN II 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.

We 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

* Unparalleled support

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

* Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section

EXPERIENCE

* Twelve months registered nurse experience in a healthcare environment

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required

* RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of  Compact Licensure - must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and

* BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association

Preferred

* Magnet - ANCC Recognized Certification

I CARE VALUES

* Integrity

We are honest and ethical in all we say and do.

* Compassion

We embrace the whole person and respond to emotional, ethical and spiritual concerns as well as physical needs.

* Accountability

We hold ourselves accountable for our actions.

* Respect

We treat every individual as a person of worth, dignity and value.

* Excellence

We strive to be the best at what we do and a model for others to emulate.

Fast Facts | Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital

* 275 operating beds

* 879 affiliated physicians

* 2,025 employees

* 15,534 admissions

* 206,246 outpatient visits

* 74,769 emergency room visits

Hear From Our Chief Nursing Officer, Becky Chalupa:

Becky Chalupa, MSN, RN, NEA-BC, CNOR

Vice President/Chief Nursing Officer

Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital

"At Houston Methodist Baytown…