Registered Nurse (RN) II- Surgical IMU

Registered Nurse (RN) II- Surgical IMUAt Houston Methodist, the Registered Nurse (RN) II position is a licensed staff nurse, an experienced clinician, functions at the Competent to Proficient stage of Benner's model of clinical practice. The RN II position provides professional nursing care to a diverse patient population, conducts nursing assessments, assists with exams and treatment, patient education, and maintenance of medical records. The RN II 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 and achievement of desired treatment outcomes. The RN II 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 unit and shared governance initiatives, serving as charge nurse or preceptor to students or new employees, and possibly contributing to service line or hospital-wide initiatives in partnership with management.RequirementsQualificationsGraduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations sectionExperienceTwelve months registered nurse experience in a healthcare environmentLicenses and Certifications RequiredRN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency)BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart AssociationACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association within 4 monthsNIHSTROKE - National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Certification (AHA) - American Heart Association within 4 monthsPreferredMagnet - ANCC Recognized Certification orNVCRISIS - Nonviolent Crisis Intervention or Instructor (CPI)We Hold Ourselves and the Careers We Build to a Higher StandardAt Houston Methodist, nurses develop their skills through a wide range of educational programs, collaborate with physicians to provide the best care and build upon a world-class reputation for excellence in patient care, education and research. We hold ourselves — and the careers we build — to a higher standard. Our growing, inclusive health care system offers:Superior practice settingsHigh safety standardsProfessional development & nursing educationMeaningful collaboration with physiciansUnparalleled supportI CARE ValuesIntegrity We are honest and ethical in all we say and do.Compassion We embrace the whole person and respond to emotional, ethical and spiritual concerns as well as physical needs.Accountability We hold ourselves accountable for our actions.Respect We treat every individual as a person of worth, dignity and value.Excellence We strive to be the best at what we do and a model for others to emulate.Fast Facts | Houston Methodist Hospital1,000 operating beds85 operating rooms2,518 affiliated physicians9,078 employees44,587 admissions586,926 outpatient visits57,721 emergency room visits1,506 birthsHear From Our Chief Nursing Executive, Gail Vozzella:Gail Vozzella Chief Nursing Executive Houston Methodist Hospital "Come be part of the Houston Methodist nursing team. Houston Methodist provides the best environment for nurses to provide exceptional patient care. We support nurses' mental, physical, and spiritual well-being alongside a clinical career path."About Houston Methodist HospitalHouston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas and one of America's "Best Hospitals." As a full-service, acute-care hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the nation's largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program. Two of Houston Methodist's primary academic affiliates are among the nation's leading health care organizations: Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University of Houston. Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world.Awards and DistinctionsGuardian of Excellence Award® Press GaneyBreast Imaging Center of Excellence American College of RadiologyELSO Gold Level Center of Excellence Award Scientific Registry of Transplant RecipientsBest Hospitals Honor Roll U.S. News & World Report (2024-2025)Ranked the No. 1 hospital in Texas U.S. News & World Report (2024-2025)Nationally Ranked Hospital in 10 Adult Specialties U.S. News & World Report (2024-2025)Magnet Recognition for Outstanding Nursing American Nurses Credentialing CenterCertificate of Distinction for Primary Stroke Centers DNV-Det Norske VeritasCertificate of Distinction for Ventricular Assist Device DNV-Det Norske VeritasTexas Health Care Quality Improvement Award of Excellence TMF Health Quality InstituteInitial Performance Achievement Award American Heart AssociationSustained Performance Achievement Award American Heart Association