Nurse Clinician II ACS- Quentin Mease General Hospital

Overview Nurse Clinician II ACS- Quentin Mease General Hospital About Harris Health System: Harris Health System is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. Harris Health focuses on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health’s network of clinics and facilities. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems achieving Magnet nursing excellence designation and other recognitions. Job Summary The Nurse Clinician II (NCII) has knowledge and skills necessary to meet standards for professional practice specified in the Texas Nursing Practice Act and by HCHD Nursing Service. The practice patterns of competent generalists are characterized by the application of standards, principles, and algorithms to clinical situations. The NCII independently and safely manages patients with problems common to patients in their assigned clinical area; recognizes when they need assistance and seeks appropriate resources. Responsibilities Independently and safely manage patients with problems common to the assigned clinical area; recognize when additional assistance is needed and seek appropriate resources. Minimum Qualifications Education/Licensure/Specialized Training: Education: Graduate from an accredited school of Nursing; BSN preferred Licensure/Certification: Licensed to practice nursing in the State of Texas; Basic Life Support from a hospital-based American Heart Association (AHA) approved program; Other certificates as required by unit/service. Work Experience: One (1) year full time RN experience - Nursing Management Experience: N/A Special Requirements Communication Skills: Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact); Exceptional Verbal (Public Speaking); Writing/Composing (Correspondence/Reports); Bilingual Skills Preferred Special Language Skills: Must be adequate to meet the following communication requirements: Interprets and transmits clinical information in English, both verbally and in written form; Sends and receives messages patients/families can comprehend Other Skills: Mathematics, Medical Terms, PC Advanced Education: BSN Preferred Work Schedule: Weekends, Holidays, Flexible, On Call Other Requirements: N/A RESPONSIBLE TO: Designated Supervisor/Manager EMPLOYEES SUPERVISED: Yes #J-18808-Ljbffr