Registered Nurse (RN) II -Cardiac Surgery Stepdown Unit

Registered Nurse (RN) II -Cardiac Surgery Stepdown Unit

At 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.

Requirements

Qualifications Education

• Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section.

Experience

• Twelve months registered nurse 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
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association within 4 months

Preferred

• NIHSTROKE - National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Certification (AHA) if float to unit or taking care of pt req NIHSS within 4 months
• Magnet - ANCC Recognized Certification

We Hold Ourselves and the Careers We Build to a Higher Standard

At 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 settings
• High safety standards
• Professional development & nursing education
• Meaningful collaboration with physicians
• Unparalleled support

I CARE VALUES

• Integrity 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 Hospital

• 1,000 operating beds
• 85 operating rooms
• 2,518 affiliated physicians
• 9,078 employees
• 44,587 admissions
• 586,926 outpatient visits
• 57,721 emergency room visits
• 1,506 births

Hear 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 Hospital

Houston 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 Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world.

Awards and Distinctions

• Guardian of Excellence Award Press Ganey
• Breast Imaging Center of Excellence American College of Radiology
• ELSO Gold Level Center of Excellence Award Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients
• Best 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 Center
• Certificate of Distinction for Primary Stroke Centers DNV-Det Norske Veritas
• Certificate of Distinction for Ventricular Assist Device DNV-Det Norske Veritas
• Texas Health Care Quality Improvement Award of Excellence TMF Health Quality Institute
• Initial Performance Achievement Award American Heart Association
• Sustained Performance Achievement Award American Heart Association