Night Registered Nurse; Medical Surgical Inpatient Unit

Overview

We’re excited to announce the opening of our brand-new, state-of-the-art hospital, designed to deliver exceptional care and innovation in every aspect of patient health. As we prepare to open our doors, we’re looking for passionate healthcare professionals and support staff to join our founding team.

Townsen Memorial Hospital is looking for a Registered Nurse (Medical Surgical Inpatient Unit) to join our team, at our
Houston
, TX location! (77072).

• Admit patients to the clinical area and provide nursing care to medical and post-operative patients, developing a nursing care plan tailored to the individual patient.
• Staffing is based on a teamwork concept; cross-training in other clinical areas may occur and duties may be performed outside normal scope as staffing and patient needs change.
• Ensure the pre-operative, post-operative, observation/inpatient area maintains a clean and therapeutic environment for all patients; give instructions to patients as instructed by physician or physician assistant.
• Ensure supplies and equipment needed are available and in good working order.
• Assist with patient admission to the unit and prepare for scheduled procedures.
• Make initial assessments and determine nursing needs; communicate additional discharge needs when applicable (transportation, durable medical equipment).
• Explain nursing procedures and actions to help reduce patient anxiety.
• Identify patient’s physical and mental status.
• Monitor the patient’s medical condition and report significant changes to the admitting physician or anesthesiologist.
• Assure surgical consent, pre-operative test results, and History and Physical are in the medical record prior to proposed procedure.
• Make pre-op and post-op calls to patients.
• Report important health history facts to the House Supervisor and/or physician.
• Provide emotional support to patients and family members as necessary.
• Document patient care delivered accurately in the medical record and implement doctor’s orders in a timely and accurate manner.
• Educate patients and family; develop and maintain effective working relationships with patients, families, visitors, and other Center employees.
• Document concisely and accurately on all records or documents per policy; maintain clinical competencies and demonstrate clinical problem solving and critical thinking.
• Make decisions using an evidence-based analytical approach and plan for routine events while anticipating, preventing, and evaluating emergent situations.
• Complete patient care responsibilities in a timely manner with accurate documentation; adapt to downtime and support team members as needed.
• Protect patient and family privacy rights and maintain confidentiality of patient records in accordance with policy, procedure, and HIPAA requirements.
• Follow all safety rules, report accidents promptly, correct hazards, and communicate identified hazards to peers and management.
• Maintain established Center/Departmental policies and procedures and adhere to company standards of business conduct.
• Perform other duties as assigned and collaborate with all clinical staff to ensure care needs are met and orders are carried out accurately, timely, and completely.

• Knowledge of computer and relevant software applications.
• Strong attention to detail and thoroughness in completing tasks.
• Ability to stay composed under pressure, manage emotions, and avoid aggressive behavior in difficult situations.
• Ability to follow, plan, and implement nursing interventions and evaluate patient condition.
• Compliance with facility policies and procedures and continuing education programs.
• Practice within the Texas Nurse Practice Act and accept responsibility and accountability for actions.
• Effective communication to collaborate with the nursing team.
• Ability to respond quickly when priorities or patient conditions change; high stress tolerance.
• Adaptability and flexibility to change and variety in the workplace.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and maintain organized systems for timely patient flow.
• Ability to clean, maintain, and adjust equipment as needed.
• Excellent patient interaction and…