Acute Care RN

Asc Or Registered Nurse

At Houston Methodist, the ASC OR Registered Nurse (RN) position is responsible for providing professional nursing care to a diverse patient population, conducting nursing assessments, assisting with exams and treatment, patient education, and maintenance of medical records to achieve optimal patient outcomes while optimizing available resources including surgical case management and perioperative patient care coordination. The ASC OR 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. The ASC OR 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 assumes leadership roles with progressive responsibility including but not limited to participating in or leading shared governance initiatives.

The ASC OR RN position is responsible for:

• Using therapeutic communication, establishing a relationship with patients, families and interprofessional health care team to collaborate on the plan of care.
• Maintaining cooperative relationships among health care teams by communicating information; responding to requests; building rapport; participating in team problem-solving methods.
• Implementing staff education specific to patient populations and department processes, coaching and mentoring other staff and students.
• Following the patient and family-centered care standards, conducting nursing assessments, assisting with exams and treatment, and documentation/maintenance of medical records.
• Developing, updating, and communicating plan of care, including discharge, in partnership with the patient, family, and interprofessional health care team.
• Providing patient teaching based on learning needs, using appropriate resources, incorporating planning for care after discharge.
• Following the standards of care related to the nursing process, identifying areas of practice improvements with research-based evidence to achieve core measure and patient safety outcomes.
• Displaying self-motivation to independently manage time effectively, timely document care, minimize incidental overtime, and prioritize daily tasks.
• Identifying and presenting areas for innovation, efficiency and improvement in patient care or department operations using evidence-based practice literature.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Two years nursing experience in an operating room environment.
• RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure -- Compact Licensure - Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) AND BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA).
• Health ServicesACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (AHA) AND Health ServicesPALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support (AHA) AND Health ServicesCNOR - Certified Operating Room Nurse (CCI).
• 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.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft products.

On-Call: Yes

Travel: May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area.

Company Profile:

Houston Methodist Surgery Center in Bellaire is scheduled to open in the third quarter of 2024. As part of the Houston Methodist system, this freestanding center will provide exceptional outpatient surgical care with the most advanced technology and skilled professionals in a compassionate environment. Our team will comprise board-certified surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses and support staff committed to excellence in the fields of ophthalmology, ENT and hand surgery. This new surgery center will have a patient-focused approach that emphasizes comfort, safety and quick recovery. Houston Methodist Surgery Center is conveniently located in Bellaire and offers easy access and ample free covered parking.