Nurse Clinician II (RN) - GMC Overflow Unit (Days)

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

RN with six months of clinical RN experience and/or successful completion of probationary NC I period documented on nursing evaluation tool. Must possess and maintain a current Registered Nurse license or valid permit to practice in Texas. Current BLS required.

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

RN BLS

JOB SUMMARY

Advanced Beginner Clinician. Possesses the knowledge and skill necessary to meet nursing standards for professional practice specified in the Texas Nurse Practice Act without supervision. Recognizes when assistance is needed and seeks appropriate resources. Practice is characterized by a balance of dependent and interdependent decision making. Focuses on expanding knowledge and skills for the specialty area. Provides patient care through nursing‑based practices in accordance with the American Nurses Association Standards of Professional Practice and Professional Performance. Values specialty unit, nursing, and institutional strategic initiatives and health system goals.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE

NURSING PROCESS

Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and documents the daily care of assigned patients. Identifies nursing diagnoses/patient care needs. Develops and individualizes care plans and revises them as needed. Executes physician orders for all assigned patients and administers medications and treatments in a culturally congruent and specialty‑appropriate manner. Performs routine technical procedures/skills in the specialty area assigned.

PATIENT / FAMILY TEACHING & HEALTH PROMOTION

Provides basic patient/family instruction and healthcare teaching based on identified learning needs. Identifies potential impact of family dynamics. Utilizes evidence‑based resources to provide patient/family education. Uses Teach‑Back to determine effectiveness and modifies strategies as needed.

CARE COORDINATION & DELEGATION

Plans, coordinates, and prioritizes patient care activities according to skill level and work complexity. Maintains safety and continuity of care using bedside shift report, hand‑off tools/processes, inter‑disciplinary rounding, etc. Demonstrates effective time‑management skills. Delegates appropriately, seeking guidance when needed. Demonstrates competent use of technology in the delivery of patient care.

PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE

ETHICS (LEGAL/REGULATORY), ADVOCACY & CULTURALLY CONGRUENT CARES Identifies ethical situations and seeks assistance, if necessary, to resolve. Utilizes available resources when ethical issues arise. Delivers culturally sensitive care using resources to meet the needs of patient/family. Serves as a patient advocate, seeking guidance when necessary.

COMMUNICATION & COLLABORATION

Supports a healthy work environment by demonstrating respectful verbal and non‑verbal communication with all members of the healthcare team. Recognizes colleagues who go above and beyond in demonstrating UTMB’s core values. Plans, coordinates, and prioritizes patient care activities in collaboration with the inter‑professional team.

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.

EDUCATION, EVIDENCE‑BASED PRACTICE & RESEARCH

Attends and/or participates in unit meetings/activities and supports the philosophy and goals of the unit, department, and organization. Participates in shared leadership at the unit level. Participates in unit‑based quality improvement activities. Attends in‑services and continuing education activities. Participates in one journal club annually. Completes the UTMB/Vizient Nurse Residency Program and completes an evidence‑based practice project as required. Demonstrates commitment to lifelong learning (evidence‑based practice, specialty certification, advanced degree, etc.). Demonstrates ability to accept and adopt change by seeking knowledge and needed information. Demonstrates knowledge of how to access and utilize evidence‑based resources to guide patient care.

QUALITY, RESOURCES & SAFETY

Identifies patient safety concerns and reports them appropriately; addresses immediate safety concerns. Identifies unit quality metrics/outcome data and participates in improvement activities. Demonstrates self‑care through practices that support personal well‑being, patient safety, and injury prevention.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Completes required specialty‑specific Competency Based Orientation (CBO) tools by the initial performance evaluation due date. Actively participates in ongoing self‑evaluation of competency using CBO tools and e‑performance nursing appraisal. 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; assists others in proper aseptic technique, isolation procedures, and infection control measures. Practices basic cost containment for patients and the unit. Consistently completes accurate, concise, and legible documentation for all patient, unit, and hospital records. 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.

SALARY RANGE

Salary commensurate with experience.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

PRIMARY LOCATION

United States — Texas — Galveston #J-18808-Ljbffr The University of Texas Medical Branch