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HCSS Angleton Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

JOB SUMMARY:

Competent Clinician. Possesses knowledge and skill to meet standards for competent professional nursing practice as specified in the Texas Nurse Practice Act. Experienced, knowledgeable, and skilled in specialty area. Competently functions as a member of the interdisciplinary team. Practice is characterized by predominantly interdependent decision-making. Practice is problem focused and patient centered in the manner care is provided. Able to manage unexpected or emergency situations that are commonly seen in assigned specialty population. Serves as a resource for Nurse Clinician I or II. Can manage commonly seen contingency situations that arise on the clinical unit. Provides patient care through nursing practices based upon the American Nurses Association Standards of Professional Practice, and Professional Performance. Values specialty unit, nursing, and institutional strategic initiatives and health system goals.

 

 

MAJOR DUTIES / CRITICAL TASKS:    

 

Nursing Process

Competently and independently assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and documents the daily care of assigned patients
Competently identifies patient care needs, formulates appropriate nursing diagnoses, develops, and individualizes care plan, and revises plan of care as needed
Competently executes physician's orders for all assigned patients. Administers medications and treatments and delivers culturally congruent and specialty appropriate competent nursing care in accordance with UTMB's policies, procedures, and standards in a caring and compassionate manner
Competently and independently performs routine and complex technical procedures/skills in assigned specialty area
Patient/Family Teaching &amp; Health Promotion
Provides uncomplicated and complex patient/family instruction and healthcare teaching based on identified learning needs (patient values, beliefs, barriers, and readiness to learn)
Coaches others in strategies for patient/family inclusion and serves as a resource to others for patients/families with complex learning needs
Identifies potential impact of family dynamics*
Utilizes evidence-based resources to provide patient/family education
Utilizes evidence-based teaching strategies such as Teach-Back, AskMe3®, return demonstration, etc.
 

Care Coordination &amp; Delegation

Competently and independently plans, coordinates, and prioritizes patient care activities according to skill level and work complexity
Maintains safety and continuity of care using methods such as bedside shift report, hand-off tools/processes, inter-disciplinary care rounds, etc.; Role models and coaches others to utilize these methods
Demonstrates flexibility in time management to manage changing patient priorities; coaches and supports others to plan, coordinate and prioritize care
Demonstrates competent use of technology in the delivery of patient care and serves as a resource and provides trouble shooting support to others
Delegates appropriately; may seek guidance or clarification of non-routinely delegated tasks
 

Ethics (legal/regulatory), Advocacy &amp; Culturally Congruent Care

Identifies ethical situations and initiates appropriate communication/consultation to address
Delivers culturally congruent care using available resources to meet the needs of patient/family; recognizes situations in which personal bias may influence
Serves as a patient advocate; may seek guidance/assistance in difficult situations
 

Communication &amp; Collaboration

Supports healthy work environment by demonstrating respectful verbal and non-verbal communication with all members of the healthcare team; may seek support with challenging communication issues; addresses behavior that does not support respectful environment
Recognizes colleagues when they go above and beyond in demonstrating UTMB’s core values.
Plans, coordinates, and prioritizes patient care activities in collaboration/communication with inter-professional team, including consult recommendations
 

Leadership

Recognizes informal and formal unit/hospital leaders and can educate colleagues regarding unit/hospital leadership
Recognizes unit, nursing, and institutional strategic initiatives and health system goals
Recognizes the importance of financial responsibility to promote fiscal health for the patient, unit, and organization
Demonstrates openness to change by actively seeking knowledge and needed information; uses positive communication and role modeling to promote understanding of change to colleagues
Functions as a unit leader, providing direction and assistance to team members.
Mentors others and promotes professional development of less experienced colleagues
 

Education, Evidence-Based Practice &amp; Research

Actively attends/participates in unit meetings/activities and supports the philosophy and goals of the unit/department and UTMB
Actively participates in shared leadership at the unit level; encourages colleague participation*
Attends presentations, professional development activities; encourages attendance/participation of colleagues
Participates in one journal club annually*
Shares educational findings, experiences, and ideas with colleagues through shared leadership meetings, presentations, professional development activities*
Mentors others and develops learning opportunities
Demonstrates commitment to lifelong learning (evidence-based practice, specialty certification, advanced degree)
Demonstrates knowledge and utilization of evidence-based resources to guide patient care; coaches colleagues to utilize evidence-based resources
 

Quality, Resources &amp; Safety

Identifies patient safety concerns, and reports appropriately; addresses immediate safety concerns appropriately
Coaches others regarding unit quality metrics/outcomes data and improvement activities; actively engages in discussion, activities related to unit goals; Participates in systematic processes to achieve quality outcomes
Demonstrates self-care through practices that support personal well-being, personal safety, and injury prevention
Serves as a resource to colleagues regarding the Electronic Health Record; identifies opportunities for system improvements and communicates ideas via appropriate channels
 

General Requirements:

Completes required specialty specific Competency Based Orientation (CBO) tools by the initial performance evaluation due date for placement in employee file.
Actively participates in the initial and ongoing evaluation of competency using Competency Based Orientation (CBO) tools and e-performance nursing evaluation.
Completes the annual self-evaluation on time for competency and performance evaluation.
Performs and reports point of care testing (POCT).
Prioritizes and organizes work so that required assignments are completed within a specified time frame.
Provides and maintains a clean, safe environment and performs and/or assists others to perform proper aseptic technique, isolation procedures and infection control measures.
Demonstrates acceptable productivity and practices cost containment for the unit/hospital and the patient.
Competently and consistently completes accurate, concise, and legible documentation on all patient, unit, and hospital records (including care delivery and telephone patient related interactions).
Competently utilizes electronic forms of communication and documentation.
Meets periodic UTMB and unit specific compliance requirements for health screening, training, attendance, safety, and CPR.
Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
Performs related duties as required
 

REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:                    

RN with current license or valid permit to practice professional nursing in Texas.
Two (2) years of inpatient hospital experience within the last 2 years.
Must have current BLS certification obtained through American Heart Association (AHA);
ACLS certification is required for MS-Telemetry RN
 

EQUIPMENT:

•   Able to use equipment and related supplies for a selected patient population.

•   Able to use mechanical devices, such as those used in cardiopulmonary

   resuscitation, oxygen administration, and intravenous therapy. Show competency

   in point of care testing (POCT) and quality requirements for that testing.

•   Able to use related computer equipment.

 

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Work environment is in a comfortable indoor area.
Conditions such as noise, odors, cramped workspace and/or fumes could sometimes cause discomfort.
Moderate to extreme physical effort may be required, such as walking, standing, performing CPR, and lifting materials, equipment, objects, and/or patients.
Occasional lifting may be very heavy and awkward, over 50 lbs.
Vision, hearing, talking, and sense of touch abilities must be adequate to enable one to perform tasks quickly and accurately such as reading small print, reading from monitoring equipment, defining details, sending, and receiving clear and accurate oral communication.
Frequent periods of concentrated or focused attention will be needed to interpret visual, auditory, and sensory inputs.
Shift work may be required.
Alertness and careful attention to detail will be required to avoid injury.
May be exposed to such occupational hazards as communicable diseases, radiation, chemotherapeutic agents, and disoriented or combative patients.
    

 

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents in lieu of stated minimums require the prior approval of the Executive Director of Human Resources

Compensation
Hiring Range: 50.00

HCSS Galveston Island Registered Nurse

Job Summary

***GALVESTON ISLAND POOL***

To provide competent age and specialty appropriate nursing care to assigned patients and to ensure the safety and comfort of patients/families according to legal, ethical, institutional, and professional standards.

Major Duties/Critical Tasks

Competently and accurately assesses patients and identifies nursing diagnosis/patient care needs.
Competently plans and prioritizes age and specialty appropriate care of each patient assigned.
Includes patient/family education in daily plan.
Communicates relevant information to appropriate health care professionals.
Ensures planned interventions are consistent with the overall plan(s) of care.
Adheres to identified discharge plan.
Is familiar with the standards of care applicable to assigned area.
Safely and properly delivers age &amp; specialty appropriate nursing care to assigned patients.
Executes physicians’ orders for all assigned patients; administers medications and treatments, and delivers appropriate competent nursing care in accordance with UTMB’s policies, procedures and standards
Encourages patient/family participation in care and provides emotional support and comfort measures to them.
Competently performs routine technical procedures/skills in specialty area assigned.
Provides patient/family instruction and healthcare teaching.
Practices and promotes proper aseptic technique, infection control measures, and body mechanics.
Evaluates the patient/family response to, and outcome(s) of, implemented care and modifies the plan of care accordingly.
Competently and consistently completed accurate, concise, and legible documentation on all patient, unit, and hospital records.
Respects and supports patient rights.
Practices principles of patient and employee confidentiality.
Recognizes ethical dilemmas, utilizes available resources and seeks assistance in dealing with them.
Practices positive guest and patient relations.
Consistently communicates in a professional and courteous manner.
Reports and seeks assistance in dealing with guest complaints/concerns.
Establishes and maintains a positive rapport with patient/family.
Utilizes research-based nursing interventions and supports the unit-based quality improvement activities.
Practices cost containment for patients and the unit.
Competently prioritizes and organizes work so that required assignments are completed within a specified time frame.
Effectively and efficiently uses time, equipment, and supplies.
Functions as in interdependent and supportive team member.
Assists in maintaining a positive learning environment.
Exchanges constructive feedback with peers.
Assumes responsibility for remaining current on job-related knowledge and skills and ongoing education/in-service/credentialing/certification/licensure requirements.
Perform related duties as required.
Required Education/Experience

RN with current license or valid permit to practice professional nursing in Texas.
Two (2) years full time clinical RN experience with at least two (2) years in specialty area assigned (or similar experience).
Must have current BLS certification obtained through American Heart Association (AHA)
Equipment

Able to use equipment and related supplies for a selected patient population.
Able to use mechanical devices, such as those used in cardiopulmonary resuscitation, oxygen administration, and intravenous therapy.
Able to use related computer equipment
Work Environments

Work environment is located in a comfortable indoor area.
Conditions such as noise, odors, cramped work space and/or fumes could sometimes cause discomfort.
Moderate to extreme physical effort may be required, such as walking, standing, performing CPR, and lifting materials, equipment, objects, and/or patients.
Occasional lifting may be very heavy and awkward, over 50 lbs.
Vision, hearing, talking, and sense of touch abilities must be adequate to enable one to quickly and accurately perform tasks such as reading small print, reading from monitoring equipment, defining details, sending and receiving clear and accurate oral communication.
Shift work is required at least 3 days per month.
Alertness and careful attention to detail will be required to avoid injury.
May be exposed to such occupational hazards as communicable diseases, radiation, chemotherapeutic agents, and disoriented or combative patients.

Job Description
Responsibilities
GW Hospital is a 385-bed tertiary care, academic medical center located in downtown Washington, DC. Featuring a Level 1 Trauma Center and a Level 3 NICU offers clinical expertise in a variety of areas including cardiac, cancer, neurosciences, women’s health, and advanced surgery including robotic and minimally invasive surgery. GW Hospital is owned and operated by Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), a King of Prussia, PA-based company that is one of the nation's largest healthcare management companies.  Primary care and specialty outpatient care are available through the Medical Faculty Associates, a multi-specialty physician practice group of more than 750 physicians covering 51 specialty and subspecialty areas. The Medical Faculty Associates' doctors have offices in the Ambulatory Care Center, an outpatient clinic building located one block from the hospital.

 

POSITION SUMMARY
 
Provides safe, competent nursing care for patients in accordance with facility policies, standards, and philosophy. Provides professional leadership and support to the healthcare team. The concepts of Patient Centered Care will provide the foundation for all nursing care. Demonstrates Service Excellence standards at all times.
Qualifications
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
 
 
Education/Qualification
 
●Graduate of an accredited or NLN-approved RN program.
 
 
●ACLS (or obtained within three months of employment)
 
 
●BLS
 
 
●Current state nursing license.
 
 
●Must successfully pass any pre-employment assessment(s) required by the facility.
 
 
●Prefer one year full time or three years part time experience in acute care setting.
 
 
●Requirements specified for specialty unit
 
 

Skills
 
●Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
 
 
●Effective interpersonal skills
 
 
●Ability to maintain confidentiality
 
●Ability to adapt to multiple and changing priorities
 
This opportunity offers the following:

Challenging and rewarding work environment
Growth and Development Opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
Competitive Compensation
 

One of the nation’s largest and most respected hospital companies, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Steadily growing from a startup to an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, UHS today has annual revenue nearing $10 billion. In 2017, UHS was recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; ranked #276 on the Fortune 500, and listed #275 in Forbes inaugural ranking of America’s Top 500 Public Companies.

 

Our operating philosophy is as effective today as it was 40 years ago: Build or acquire high quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets, invest in the people and equipment needed to allow each facility to thrive, and become the leading healthcare provider in each community we serve.

 

 

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has more than 81,000 employees and through its subsidiaries operates more than 320 acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers in the United States, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands and the United Kingdom.

 

*UHS is a registered trademark of UHS of Delaware, Inc., the management company for Universal Health Services, Inc. and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. Universal Health Services, Inc. is a holding company and operates through its subsidiaries including its management company, UHS of Delaware, Inc. All healthcare and management operations are conducted by subsidiaries of Universal Health Services, Inc. To the extent any reference to "UHS or UHS facilities" on this website including any statements, articles or other publications contained herein relates to our healthcare or management operations it is referring to Universal Health Services' subsidiaries including UHS of Delaware. Further, the terms "we," "us," "our" or "the company" in such context similarly refer to the operations of Universal Health Services' subsidiaries including UHS of Delaware. Any employment referenced in this website is not with Universal Health Services, Inc. but solely with one of its subsidiaries including but not limited to UHS of Delaware, Inc.

 

UHS is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at UHS via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of UHS. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by UHS as a result of the referral or through other means.

 

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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