Staff Registered Nurse - Surgery Oncology Clinic - Medical Center

Staff Registered Nurse - Surgery Oncology Clinic - Medical Center Location: Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group, 6550 Fannin St., Houston TX, 77030 Job Ref: JR-2570; Job Shift: Day; Job Type: Full Time At Houston Methodist, the Staff Registered Nurse (RN) position is responsible for functioning at the Competent to Proficient stage of Benner's model of clinical practice. The Staff RN provides professional nursing care to a diverse patient population, conducts nursing assessments, assists with exams and treatment, performs clinical triage, patient education, and maintains medical records. The Staff RN delivers direct patient care efficiently, and may care for patients with varied and complex needs. The role communicates and collaborates with physicians and the interprofessional health care team to facilitate, coordinate, and maintain compassionate, efficient, quality care and achieve desired treatment outcomes during and after care. The Staff RN demonstrates clinical competence by using technology, administering medications, performing procedures, and managing emergencies, acting as a patient and family advocate to monitor and protect patient rights. The RN uses leadership and clinical judgment to coordinate patient care and direct/delegate activities of the patient care team, including preceptor responsibilities and contributing to initiatives with management. FLSA Status Non-exempt Qualifications Education Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing Experience One year of nursing experience in a healthcare environment Licenses and Certifications Required RN – 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 Association Skills and Abilities Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations Proficient in speaking, reading, and writing English necessary to perform essential functions, especially regarding safety or security Effectively communicates with patients, physicians, family members, and co-workers with a customer service focus and positive language principles Strong assessment, organizational, and problem‑solving skills; can prioritize multiple tasks and role components Functions independently and exercises judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional care team, patients, and families Uses critical thinking and clinical judgment to work autonomously as defined by the Nurse Practice Act Demonstrates proficient time‑management skills Working knowledge of Microsoft products including Outlook Essential Functions People Essential Functions Uses therapeutic communication, which includes active listening and teaching, to establish a relationship with patients, families, and the interprofessional health care team to collaborate on the plan of care. Contributes to teamwork by awareness of patient flow, consistently offering assistance, and responding positively to requests for assistance. Collaborates to foster healthy relationships in the work environment. Seeks guidance from and offers guidance to the interprofessional health care team, when appropriate, and applies feedback to improve patient outcomes. Provides staff education specific to patient populations and department processes, coaches and mentors other staff and students. May include preceptorship. Uses peer‑to‑peer accountability toward improvement of department score for employee engagement. Service Essential Functions Follows patient and family‑centered care standards, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document. Conducts nursing assessments, assists with exams and treatment, and documents/maintains medical records. Advocates on patient/family behalf to identify and resolve clinical and ethical concerns, utilizing appropriate resources, coordinating with the interprofessional team to facilitate a holistic and goal‑oriented approach to care across the continuum that meets the patient’s physical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs. Monitors and effectively manages the electronic health record for incoming and outgoing electronic communication, that includes but is not limited to patient medical advice requests and refill requests that directly impact patient care plans. Quality/Safety Essential Functions Follows the standards related to the nursing process, regulatory requirements and professional practice as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document. Identifies areas of practice improvements with research‑based evidence to achieve quality measures and patient safety outcomes, supported by accurate documentation and patient teaching. Provides and modifies care to complex patients and coordinates care with the interprofessional team based on evaluation of the patient’s condition, supported by accurate documentation. Utilizes clinical judgment, using an evidence‑based analytical approach. Improves quality and safety scores through peer‑to‑peer accountability, reporting near misses, and collaborating with the interprofessional health care team. Operates all required equipment and machinery accurately and safely, prepares, assembles, and sterilizes instruments and supplies according to parameters of sterilization in accordance with The Department of Health, TJC, OSHA, CDC, AAMI and AORN standards. Maintains appropriate records, and monitors quality control and infection control standards. Provides asset management and support of surgical instruments and trays belonging to or consigned to the facility. Prepares equipment and assists the provider during treatment, examination, and testing of patients. Ensures exam rooms are stocked, neat, and orderly. Cleans, sterilizes, and tests medical equipment. Finance Essential Functions Displays self‑motivation to independently manage time effectively, document care promptly, minimize incidental overtime, and prioritize daily tasks. Provides input into department resource utilization including capital and operational budget needs. Contributes toward meeting department financial targets through optimizing efficiency and other areas according to department specifications. Maintains storage of patient products in a neat and orderly fashion, works to maximize the effectiveness of the clinical spaces, and supports inventory management for clinical materials by maintaining accurate inventory through routine reconciliation. Growth/Innovation Essential Functions Champions new care pathways or service line implementations to improve care to the community. Identifies trends for improvement opportunities or practice changes and supports initiatives. Researches the change and presents options to appropriate clinical leadership. Identifies and presents areas for innovation, efficiency and improvement in patient care or department operations using evidence‑based practice literature. Offers innovative solutions through evidence‑based practice/performance improvement projects and department activities. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates My Development plan on an ongoing basis. #J-18808-Ljbffr Houston Methodist