Registered Nurse IV - Ben Taub - 5F Nursing Unit - FT/Day

Harris Health Nurse Clinician IV

Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus 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 robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

At Harris Health, we prioritize the well-being of our most valuable asset--our people--ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.

Job Summary

The Nurse Clinician IV's (Proficient) knowledge base has been validated through achievement of national certification in specialty area. The NCIV is experienced, knowledgeable and skilled in specialty area and functions as a member of the interdisciplinary team. Practice is characterized by pattern/trend recognition predictive of patient condition changes and indicative of intervention requirements aimed at both short and long term goals. The NC IVs care is wholistic, patient centered and problem focused. Nurse Clinician IV is able to manage unexpected or emergency situations that are commonly seen in assigned specialty population.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education/Licensure/Specialized Training: a. Education: Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) required b. Licensure/Certification: Licensed to practice Nursing in Texas (RN); Designated professional nursing certification for clinical specialty in area of practice. Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association (AHA) or Red Cross approved program
• Work Experience: a) Three (3) years of RN experience. b) Two (2) years experience in specialty area of practice.
• Management Experience: a) One (1) year as a charge nurse, preceptor or clinical leadership role in specialty area of practice.

Special Requirements

Communication Skills: Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact) Writing /Composing Bilingual Skills Preferred - Preferred Languages: any Special Language Skills Must be adequate to meet the following communication requirements: Accurately interprets and transmits clinical information in English, both verbally and in written form; and Sends and receives messages patients/families/SOs can comprehend. Other Skills: Mathematics, Medical Terms, P.C. Work Schedule: Weekends, Holidays, Flexible, On Call Other Special Requirements: Clinical Performance: Annual Performance Review/Resume/CV/Portfolio reflects leadership in a professional practice environment.