POSITION SUMMARY:
Critical Care - Manages critically ill patients ages 14 through elderly adults. Complete management of medication and intravenous therapy. Support patient's vital signs by safely titrating medication. Manages equipment used to monitor multiple physiologic systems, including ventilators, intra-cranial pressure (ICP) drains, arterial lines, Swan-Ganz catheters, and intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP). Maintains eight (8) hours of stroke specific education yearly.
Accountable for the observation, assessment, intervention, evaluation, rehabilitation, or health teachings of a person who is ill, injured, infirm, or experiencing a change in normal health processes; the maintenance of health or prevention of illness; the administration of a medication or treatment as ordered by a physician, the supervision or teaching of nursing; the administration, supervision, and evaluation of nursing practices, policies, and procedures; the performance of an act delegated by a physician and the development of the nursing care plan.
JOB DETAILS:
Full time Night shift, 6:30p-7a. May rotate weekendsPOSITION QUALIFICATIONS: Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
B.S., Diploma or Associate Degree in Nursing.Current RN License issued by Texas State Board of NursesTechnical, clerical, critical thinking and interpersonal skills relevant to patient care/areaCertification requirements as defined by the certification policyAble to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writingBasic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) - REQUIRED prior to patient careAdvanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - REQUIRED prior to patient careNational Institute of Healthcare Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Certifications - REQUIRED 90 days after Date of HireAble to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writingPREFERRED:
ICU/CCU experienceNational Certification as recognized by the American Nurses Credentialing CenterBilingual or MultilingualHouston's oldest hospital is GROWING!
Welcome to St. Joseph Medical Center (SJMC), Houston's first and only downtown hospital delivering world-class care for the last 137 years and looking forward to the next century of exceptional care to Houstonians when they need us most.
Whether it's for a scheduled surgery, the birth of a baby, an unexpected emergency, or an outpatient visit, we have staff available around the clock to provide you access to immediate, quality health care. SJMC has been providing health care services to Greater Houston residents for over 130 years, which should give you great comfort in knowing that we have a great tradition of caring for our community. We strive to meet our patients' expectations and encourage our patients to provide us with feedback on how we can help them have the best experience possible while they're in our care.
Over the last years we have expanded our services to include the Advanced Wound Care Center, Comprehensive Cardiac and Vascular Services, the Women's Center, the St. Joseph Maternal Fetal Medicine Center, and a Weight Loss Surgery Program, just to name a few. As you work with our physicians, nurses, case managers, educators, and other staff, you will be guided through your health care journey, from diagnosis to treatment, with compassion every step of the way.
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are at the foundation of the care St Joseph Medical Center provides to our community we are privileged to support in all of our employment practices. We do not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.
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Under supervision and direction of the Clinical Nurse and according to established procedures, provides routine service duties, technical and nursing procedures necessary to provide for care, comfort, and safety of patients.PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Consistently supports the hospital's Spirit of Serving Standards, in line with the Mission, Vision and values of St. Joseph Medical Center.
2. Follows the guidelines related to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), designed to prevent or detect unauthorized disclosure of Protected Health Information (PHI).
3. Promotes a culture of safety for patients and Associates through proper identification, proper reporting, documentation and prevention of medical errors in a non-punitive environment.
4. Make environmental rounds with incoming shift daily. Responsible for environmental log sheet. Keep patient room unit environment neat and orderly.
5. Takes vital sign and blood sugar as ordered. Responsible for reporting abnormal readings to charge nurse. Responsible for documenting vital signs in the medical record.
6. Monitors hallways according to Behavioral Department guidelines; make rounds every 15 minutes with close attention to special precautions.
7. Maintains safety in milieu by staying on the unit and engaging patient in a therapeutic interaction or activity, especially during free time.
8. Search patient belongings and do visual body search on admission, using the wand. Responsible for documentation of patient valuables and belongings.
9. Reports to Registered Nurse any observed changes in behavior or condition of patients and unusual incidents.
10. Responds effectively with a patient at the defensive level with a directive approach by setting limits, making sure limits are clear, simple and enforceable.
a. Limit setting should be done objectively and in a non-threatening manner.
b. Understand and execute de-escalation for potential acting out behavior.
11. Understand and execute seclusion/restraint guideline; is aware of patient rights related to these emergency situations.
12. Provides and assists with safety for patients and peers when performing 1:1 for the assault risk patients by placing
themselves between the assigned patient and his peers at all times.
13. Daily assessment of patient needs and ADL; assists as needed.
14. Prepare patients for meals, check for correct tray, serve and assist with meals and snacks.
15. Transports patient to/from various departments. Collects and transports specimens to the correct department as needed.
16. Initiates or assists basic life support when needed.
17. Utilize appropriate tone, volume and cadence in all interactions.
JOB DETAILS:
Full time night shift, 6:30p-7a. May rotate weekendsWORK EXPERIENCE:
· At least two years experience working with mental health patients.
LICENSE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION:
· American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
EDUCATION & TRAINING:
· High school graduate or G.E.D.
SKILLS:
· Technical, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills relevant to Behavioral Medicine in order to effectively communicate with physicians, team members, patients and families.
· Able to communicate effectively, in English, both verbally and in writing.
· Basic computer knowledge.
· Must demonstrate a caring and friendly attitude towards patients and customers.
· Demonstrates good body mechanics and lifting techniques.
· Demonstrates a working knowledge of preventive management of aggressive behavior.
· Understands impact of laws affecting mental health care.
Houston's oldest hospital is GROWING!
Welcome to St. Joseph Medical Center (SJMC), Houston's first and only downtown hospital delivering world-class care for the last 137 years and looking forward to the next century of exceptional care to Houstonians when they need us most.
Whether it's for a scheduled surgery, the birth of a baby, an unexpected emergency, or an outpatient visit, we have staff available around the clock to provide you access to immediate, quality health care. SJMC has been providing health care services to Greater Houston residents for over 130 years, which should give you great comfort in knowing that we have a great tradition of caring for our community. We strive to meet our patients' expectations and encourage our patients to provide us with feedback on how we can help them have the best experience possible while they're in our care.
Over the last years we have expanded our services to include the Advanced Wound Care Center, Comprehensive Cardiac and Vascular Services, the Women's Center, the St. Joseph Maternal Fetal Medicine Center, and a Weight Loss Surgery Program, just to name a few. As you work with our physicians, nurses, case managers, educators, and other staff, you will be guided through your health care journey, from diagnosis to treatment, with compassion every step of the way.
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are at the foundation of the care St Joseph Medical Center provides to our community we are privileged to support in all of our employment practices. We do not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.
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Under supervision and direction of the Clinical Nurse and according to established procedures, provides routine service duties, technical and nursing procedures necessary to provide for care, comfort, and safety of patients.PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Consistently supports the hospital's Spirit of Serving Standards, in line with the Mission, Vision and values of St. Joseph Medical Center.
2. Follows the guidelines related to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), designed to prevent or detect unauthorized disclosure of Protected Health Information (PHI).
3. Promotes a culture of safety for patients and Associates through proper identification, proper reporting, documentation and prevention of medical errors in a non-punitive environment.
4. Make environmental rounds with incoming shift daily. Responsible for environmental log sheet. Keep patient room unit environment neat and orderly.
5. Takes vital sign and blood sugar as ordered. Responsible for reporting abnormal readings to charge nurse. Responsible for documenting vital signs in the medical record.
6. Monitors hallways according to Behavioral Department guidelines; make rounds every 15 minutes with close attention to special precautions.
7. Maintains safety in milieu by staying on the unit and engaging patient in a therapeutic interaction or activity, especially during free time.
8. Search patient belongings and do visual body search on admission, using the wand. Responsible for documentation of patient valuables and belongings.
9. Reports to Registered Nurse any observed changes in behavior or condition of patients and unusual incidents.
10. Responds effectively with a patient at the defensive level with a directive approach by setting limits, making sure limits are clear, simple and enforceable.
a. Limit setting should be done objectively and in a non-threatening manner.
b. Understand and execute de-escalation for potential acting out behavior.
11. Understand and execute seclusion/restraint guideline; is aware of patient rights related to these emergency situations.
12. Provides and assists with safety for patients and peers when performing 1:1 for the assault risk patients by placing
themselves between the assigned patient and his peers at all times.
13. Daily assessment of patient needs and ADL; assists as needed.
14. Prepare patients for meals, check for correct tray, serve and assist with meals and snacks.
15. Transports patient to/from various departments. Collects and transports specimens to the correct department as needed.
16. Initiates or assists basic life support when needed.
17. Utilize appropriate tone, volume and cadence in all interactions.
JOB DETAILS:
Full time Day shift, 6:30a-7p. May rotate weekendsWORK EXPERIENCE:
· At least two years experience working with mental health patients.
LICENSE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION:
· American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
EDUCATION & TRAINING:
· High school graduate or G.E.D.
SKILLS:
· Technical, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills relevant to Behavioral Medicine in order to effectively communicate with physicians, team members, patients and families.
· Able to communicate effectively, in English, both verbally and in writing.
· Basic computer knowledge.
· Must demonstrate a caring and friendly attitude towards patients and customers.
· Demonstrates good body mechanics and lifting techniques.
· Demonstrates a working knowledge of preventive management of aggressive behavior.
· Understands impact of laws affecting mental health care.
Houston's oldest hospital is GROWING!
Welcome to St. Joseph Medical Center (SJMC), Houston's first and only downtown hospital delivering world-class care for the last 137 years and looking forward to the next century of exceptional care to Houstonians when they need us most.
Whether it's for a scheduled surgery, the birth of a baby, an unexpected emergency, or an outpatient visit, we have staff available around the clock to provide you access to immediate, quality health care. SJMC has been providing health care services to Greater Houston residents for over 130 years, which should give you great comfort in knowing that we have a great tradition of caring for our community. We strive to meet our patients' expectations and encourage our patients to provide us with feedback on how we can help them have the best experience possible while they're in our care.
Over the last years we have expanded our services to include the Advanced Wound Care Center, Comprehensive Cardiac and Vascular Services, the Women's Center, the St. Joseph Maternal Fetal Medicine Center, and a Weight Loss Surgery Program, just to name a few. As you work with our physicians, nurses, case managers, educators, and other staff, you will be guided through your health care journey, from diagnosis to treatment, with compassion every step of the way.
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are at the foundation of the care St Joseph Medical Center provides to our community we are privileged to support in all of our employment practices. We do not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.
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Under supervision and direction of the Clinical Nurse and according to established procedures, provides routine service duties, technical and nursing procedures necessary to provide for care, comfort and safety of patients. Performs tasks, assists patients with personal hygiene and meals and ambulates patients according to specific procedures. Maintains patient and unit environment in a clean and orderly condition. Utilizes basic knowledge of age-related differences in delivering patient care.
Shift: Full Time Day 6:30a-7p
Duties and Responsibilities:
Service:
Consistently supports and communicates the Mission, Vision, and Values of St. Joseph Medical Center.Upholds the Standards of Conduct and Corporate Compliance.People:
Incorporates the patient's physiological, psychological, cultural, developmental and spiritual needs into patient care. Consistently follows patient care, and facility guidelines and procedures in performance. Responds to patient call lights to determine needs and relays information to nursing personnel. Distributes patient trays and nourishments, assists patients with feeding and collects trays at end of meal. Completes various task as requested, such as retrieving and delivering supplies, specimens, instruments, test results.Quality:
Completes annual education requirements. Maintains competency, as evidenced by completion of competency validation requirements. Promotes of a culture of patient safety which results in the identification and reduction of unsafe practices. Uses judgment to prioritize patient care. Completes various tasks as requested, such as retrieving and delivering supplies, specimens, instruments, and test results. Implements measures to prevent exposure to blood and body fluids. Identifies risks to patients with actions taken to prevent patient harm. Accurately documents basic procedures and treatments in patient's medical record. Maintains patient and physical environment in a clean and orderly condition. Assists in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms, using necessary safety precautions. Monitors behavioral health patients to ensure patient safety. Completes tasks such as EKG's, POC testing, and phlebotomy. Other duties as assigned.Growth:
Enhances the patient experience by fostering a positive relationship with customers. Contributes to improving patient satisfaction results.Finance:
Prevents waste of resources while ensuring quality patient care.POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
High School Diploma or equivalent.Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), EMT, EMT-I, or EMT-P certification preferred.Technical, clerical, interpersonal skills relevant to patient care/area.Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification required.Other certification requirements as defined by the certification policy.Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.PREFERRED:
Bi or Multilingual.EKG and Phlebotomy skills.Six months on the job experience in hospital setting.Individuals who were licensed to practice nursing in a foreign country will be considered.Houston's oldest hospital is GROWING!
Welcome to St. Joseph Medical Center (SJMC), Houston's first and only downtown hospital delivering world-class care for the last 137 years and looking forward to the next century of exceptional care to Houstonians when they need us most.
Whether it's for a scheduled surgery, the birth of a baby, an unexpected emergency, or an outpatient visit, we have staff available around the clock to provide you access to immediate, quality health care. SJMC has been providing health care services to Greater Houston residents for over 130 years, which should give you great comfort in knowing that we have a great tradition of caring for our community. We strive to meet our patients' expectations and encourage our patients to provide us with feedback on how we can help them have the best experience possible while they're in our care.
Over the last years we have expanded our services to include the Advanced Wound Care Center, Comprehensive Cardiac and Vascular Services, the Women's Center, the St. Joseph Maternal Fetal Medicine Center, and a Weight Loss Surgery Program, just to name a few. As you work with our physicians, nurses, case managers, educators, and other staff, you will be guided through your health care journey, from diagnosis to treatment, with compassion every step of the way.
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are at the foundation of the care St Joseph Medical Center provides to our community we are privileged to support in all of our employment practices. We do not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.
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The Patient Care Assistant is responsible for providing patient care related services and clerical support under the direction of a Licensed Practical Nurse and/or a Registered Nurse including but not limited to services relative to hygiene, nutrition, ambulation, elimination, safety, and supply and office maintenance.
Shift: Full Time Night 6:30p-7a
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides patient care related support including services relative to hygiene, nutrition, ambulation, elimination and safety as directed by a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse per established departmental guidelines and competencies.Documents appropriately into patient record charting based on skill level and follows established standards and guidelines of the Nursing Services department.Maintains appropriate supplies and equipment on the division and performs inventory and ordering as directed by the manager or designee.Answers call lights and responds to patient needs in timely manner.Successfully completes job duties within assigned shift; keeps RN and LPN informed of pertinent information or needs that may require follow-up, including pain management.Demonstrates unit-defined competencies as required.As assigned enter charges on the computer, answer the telephone and perform other clerical duties per established department practices.Performs other duties as assigned.EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Certification as a Nurse Assistant in the State of Texas or equivalent ORCurrent enrollment in a professional nursing education program (Applicant must provide a letter from the registrar at his/her school indicating current enrollment in good standing)Recent hospital experience is preferred.Completion of BLS.Excellent communication skills to interact verbally with patients, visitors and staff.Ability to manage time and organize daily schedule to meet productivity standards.A positive, service attitude towards patients, team members and customers.Verbal ability to understand oral and written instructions related to job responsibilities.Good interpersonal and organizational skills.Flexibility, versatility, and reliability as a team player.Ability to remain calm in less than calm circumstancesBilingual or Multilingual.Houston's oldest hospital is GROWING!
Welcome to St. Joseph Medical Center (SJMC), Houston's first and only downtown hospital delivering world-class care for the last 137 years and looking forward to the next century of exceptional care to Houstonians when they need us most.
Whether it's for a scheduled surgery, the birth of a baby, an unexpected emergency, or an outpatient visit, we have staff available around the clock to provide you access to immediate, quality health care. SJMC has been providing health care services to Greater Houston residents for over 130 years, which should give you great comfort in knowing that we have a great tradition of caring for our community. We strive to meet our patients' expectations and encourage our patients to provide us with feedback on how we can help them have the best experience possible while they're in our care.
Over the last years we have expanded our services to include the Advanced Wound Care Center, Comprehensive Cardiac and Vascular Services, the Women's Center, the St. Joseph Maternal Fetal Medicine Center, and a Weight Loss Surgery Program, just to name a few. As you work with our physicians, nurses, case managers, educators, and other staff, you will be guided through your health care journey, from diagnosis to treatment, with compassion every step of the way.
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are at the foundation of the care St Joseph Medical Center provides to our community we are privileged to support in all of our employment practices. We do not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.
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Prepares patient for procedures to be performed in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory utilizing the Database Assessment form. Obtains appropriate permit for procedure to be performed, performs pre-op teaching and all other aspects of nursing care necessary to prepare patient for his procedure.
Removes arterial and venous sheaths following procedures utilizing the protocol outlined in the Cath Lab procedure manual. Monitors physiologic parameters and demonstrates knowledge of arrhythmias and patterns of infarction and ischemia. Responsible for discharge instructions to patient and family. Communicates with personnel from the Nursing Units to give a thorough report so as to provide the best continuum of care for the patient. Is able to assess and intervene quickly in an emergency situation.
Job Details:
Full Time, DaysPRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Consistently supports and communicates the Mission, Vision and Values of St. Joseph Medical Center.Follows the St. Joseph Medical Center Guidelines related to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), designed to prevent or detect unauthorized disclosure of Protected Health Information (PHI).Promotes a culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, proper reporting, documentation and prevention of medical errors in a non-punitive environment.Prepares patient for procedure. Interviews patient utilizing Database assessment form, obtains appropriate permit for procedure to be performed, performs pre-op teaching utilizing hospital education form, starts IV, places electrodes and palpates appropriate pulses.Documents and assesses all pertinent patient data and reports any abnormal findings that may interfere or alter the procedure to the Cardiologist.Removes arterial and venous sheaths following protocol outlined in the Cath Lab procedure manual.Responsible for the monitoring and maintenance of physiologic parameters and patient safety. Demonstrates knowledge of arrhythmias and patterns of infarction and ischemia.Responsible for discharge instructions to patient and family.Provides for continuum of care by communicating with personnel from Nursing Units and other departments that provide services to the patient.Responsible for acting independently and under the direction of the physician's standing orders. Is able to assess and intervene quickly in an emergency situation.Supportive of the compliance program set forth by SJMC and demonstrated by:Upholds the Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance.Adheres to and helps to enforce all compliance policies relevant to his/her area.Assures timely compliance education as requested by the Compliance Officer and/or through corporate initiatives.Sets an example to all staff in their daily activities.MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
WORK EXPERIENCE:
One year of Cath Lab nursing experience preferredTwo to three years of Critical Care Nursing (CCU preferred).LICENSE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION:
Current RN License issued by Texas State Board of Nurses.Current American Heart Basic Life Support certification is required.Current American Heart Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification is required.EDUCATION & TRAINING:
B.S., Diploma or Associate Degree in Nursing.SKILLS:
Cardiovascular nursing experience with knowledge of Cardiovascular Anatomy and Physiology, Cardiac Arrhythmia interpretation and arterial and venous sheath removal.Houston's oldest hospital is GROWING!
Welcome to St. Joseph Medical Center (SJMC), Houston's first and only downtown hospital delivering world-class care for the last 137 years and looking forward to the next century of exceptional care to Houstonians when they need us most.
Whether it's for a scheduled surgery, the birth of a baby, an unexpected emergency, or an outpatient visit, we have staff available around the clock to provide you access to immediate, quality health care. SJMC has been providing health care services to Greater Houston residents for over 130 years, which should give you great comfort in knowing that we have a great tradition of caring for our community. We strive to meet our patients' expectations and encourage our patients to provide us with feedback on how we can help them have the best experience possible while they're in our care.
Over the last years we have expanded our services to include the Advanced Wound Care Center, Comprehensive Cardiac and Vascular Services, the Women's Center, the St. Joseph Maternal Fetal Medicine Center, and a Weight Loss Surgery Program, just to name a few. As you work with our physicians, nurses, case managers, educators, and other staff, you will be guided through your health care journey, from diagnosis to treatment, with compassion every step of the way.
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are at the foundation of the care St Joseph Medical Center provides to our community we are privileged to support in all of our employment practices. We do not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.
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DEPARTMENT: Labor and Delivery
13-week contract
JOB SUMMARY:
Current RN permit or licensure issued by the Board of Nurse Examiners of the State to practice professional nursing. The Contract RN will be eligible for assignments in various nursing departments of competency within designated facilities as needed. These departments may include, but are not limited to: L&D
Shift: Night shift 6:30p-7a
The RN is responsible and accountable for directing, planning, and organizing the nursing activities on the unit for an assigned shift with focus on patient, physician and staff needs.
The RN is responsible for delivering skilled patient care through the nursing process in accordance with established policies and procedures.The RN is responsible for coordinating patient care through the nursing process in accordance with established policies and procedures.The RN is responsible for coordinating care among patient/family, medicine, nursing, ancillary, and other team personnel; acts as patient advocate; and maintains current knowledge and standards of professional nursing practice.MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing program, a valid license to practice in the State.Minimum of two-year relevant Labor and Delivery RN clinical nursing experience and proven.Current certifications BLS. ACLS, NRP, PALS.Houston's oldest hospital is GROWING!
Welcome to St. Joseph Medical Center (SJMC), Houston's first and only downtown hospital delivering world-class care for the last 137 years and looking forward to the next century of exceptional care to Houstonians when they need us most.
Whether it's for a scheduled surgery, the birth of a baby, an unexpected emergency, or an outpatient visit, we have staff available around the clock to provide you access to immediate, quality health care. SJMC has been providing health care services to Greater Houston residents for over 130 years, which should give you great comfort in knowing that we have a great tradition of caring for our community. We strive to meet our patients' expectations and encourage our patients to provide us with feedback on how we can help them have the best experience possible while they're in our care.
Over the last years we have expanded our services to include the Advanced Wound Care Center, Comprehensive Cardiac and Vascular Services, the Women's Center, the St. Joseph Maternal Fetal Medicine Center, and a Weight Loss Surgery Program, just to name a few. As you work with our physicians, nurses, case managers, educators, and other staff, you will be guided through your health care journey, from diagnosis to treatment, with compassion every step of the way.
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are at the foundation of the care St Joseph Medical Center provides to our community we are privileged to support in all of our employment practices. We do not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.
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DEPARTMENT: Labor and Delivery
13 weeks contract
JOB SUMMARY:
Current RN permit or licensure issued by the Board of Nurse Examiners of the State to practice professional nursing. The Contract RN will be eligible for assignments in various nursing departments of competency within designated facilities as needed. These departments may include, but are not limited to: L&D
Shift: Night Shift 6:30p-11a
The RN is responsible and accountable for directing, planning, and organizing the nursing activities on the unit for an assigned shift with focus on patient, physician and staff needs.
The RN is responsible for delivering skilled patient care through the nursing process in accordance with established policies and procedures.The RN is responsible for coordinating patient care through the nursing process in accordance with established policies and procedures.The RN is responsible for coordinating care among patient/family, medicine, nursing, ancillary, and other team personnel; acts as patient advocate; and maintains current knowledge and standards of professional nursing practice.MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing program, a valid license to practice in the State.Minimum of two-year relevant Labor and Delivery RN clinical nursing experience and proven.Current certifications BLS. ACLS, NRP, PALS.Houston's oldest hospital is GROWING!
Welcome to St. Joseph Medical Center (SJMC), Houston's first and only downtown hospital delivering world-class care for the last 137 years and looking forward to the next century of exceptional care to Houstonians when they need us most.
Whether it's for a scheduled surgery, the birth of a baby, an unexpected emergency, or an outpatient visit, we have staff available around the clock to provide you access to immediate, quality health care. SJMC has been providing health care services to Greater Houston residents for over 130 years, which should give you great comfort in knowing that we have a great tradition of caring for our community. We strive to meet our patients' expectations and encourage our patients to provide us with feedback on how we can help them have the best experience possible while they're in our care.
Over the last years we have expanded our services to include the Advanced Wound Care Center, Comprehensive Cardiac and Vascular Services, the Women's Center, the St. Joseph Maternal Fetal Medicine Center, and a Weight Loss Surgery Program, just to name a few. As you work with our physicians, nurses, case managers, educators, and other staff, you will be guided through your health care journey, from diagnosis to treatment, with compassion every step of the way.
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are at the foundation of the care St Joseph Medical Center provides to our community we are privileged to support in all of our employment practices. We do not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.
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Manages critically ill neonates. Maintains care relative to each patient's age, development, prescribed treatment and other identified needs. Practice is under the general supervision of the NICU Director and Medical Director. Is required to assess the high-risk infants in conjunction with the MD to establish and deliver patient care for the level II and level III neonate. Responsible for tracking and evaluating patient physical assessment and laboratory parameters. Manages patient care through evaluation, action and decision to minimize patient compromise, using highly technical equipment and monitoring devices, arterial and venous lines, ventilators, central lines. Maintains readiness of emergency equipment and supplies in the NICU, stabilization area, and neonatal transport unit. Attends high risk deliveries, cesarean sections and transports both in house and out of house. During this time provides airway management, monitoring vital signs, and administration of prescribed medications and IV fluids for the compromised neonate. Documents assessment, treatments, lab, and progress in relation to daily goals in the patient's record.
Job Details:
Full TimeNights, 3-12 hour shiftsPOSITION QUALIFICATIONS: Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
Licensed as a Registered Nurse accepted by the Texas State Board of Nursing to engage in professional nursingBachelors of Nursing degree or progression to this degree.Technical, clerical, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills relevant to patient care/areaCertification requirements as defined by the certification policyAble to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writingAHA BLS, NRP certification requiredPREFERRED:
NICU experienceNational Certification as recognized by the American Nurses Credentialing CenterBilingual or Multilingual
Houston's oldest hospital is GROWING!
Welcome to St. Joseph Medical Center (SJMC), Houston's first and only downtown hospital delivering world-class care for the last 137 years and looking forward to the next century of exceptional care to Houstonians when they need us most.
Whether it's for a scheduled surgery, the birth of a baby, an unexpected emergency, or an outpatient visit, we have staff available around the clock to provide you access to immediate, quality health care. SJMC has been providing health care services to Greater Houston residents for over 130 years, which should give you great comfort in knowing that we have a great tradition of caring for our community. We strive to meet our patients' expectations and encourage our patients to provide us with feedback on how we can help them have the best experience possible while they're in our care.
Over the last years we have expanded our services to include the Advanced Wound Care Center, Comprehensive Cardiac and Vascular Services, the Women's Center, the St. Joseph Maternal Fetal Medicine Center, and a Weight Loss Surgery Program, just to name a few. As you work with our physicians, nurses, case managers, educators, and other staff, you will be guided through your health care journey, from diagnosis to treatment, with compassion every step of the way.
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are at the foundation of the care St Joseph Medical Center provides to our community we are privileged to support in all of our employment practices. We do not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.
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Accountable for the observation, assessment, intervention, evaluation, rehabilitation, or health teachings of a person who is ill, injured, infirm, or experiencing a change in normal health processes; the maintenance of health or prevention of illness; the administration of a medication or treatment as ordered by a physician, the supervision or teaching of nursing; the administration, supervision, and evaluation of nursing practices, policies, and procedures; the performance of an act delegated by a physician and the development of the nursing care plan.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assesses and manages laboring woman's physical condition/parameters and progress through the labor and delivery, including significant other in the process. Assesses fetal well-being by means of electronic fetal monitoring and other standard parameters. Immediate stabilization of the neonate. Maternal recovery after delivery (vaginal or cesarean section). Assumes circulating role for vaginal or cesarean section delivery. Initiates parent infant bonding promoting a baby-friendly environment. Assesses learning needs and teaches patient and family.
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PRN Night shift, 6:30p-7aPOSITION QUALIFICATIONS: Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
Licensed as a Registered Nurse accepted by the Texas State Board of Nursing to engage in professional nursingTechnical, clerical, critical thinking and interpersonal skills relevant to patient care/areaCertification requirements as defined by the certification policyAble to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writingAHA BLS, ACLS, NRP, Fetal MonitoringPREFERRED:
Labor and Delivery experienceBachelors of Nursing degree or progression to this degreeNational Certification as recognized by the American Nurses Credentialing CenterBilingual or MultilingualHouston's oldest hospital is GROWING!
Welcome to St. Joseph Medical Center (SJMC), Houston's first and only downtown hospital delivering world-class care for the last 137 years and looking forward to the next century of exceptional care to Houstonians when they need us most.
Whether it's for a scheduled surgery, the birth of a baby, an unexpected emergency, or an outpatient visit, we have staff available around the clock to provide you access to immediate, quality health care. SJMC has been providing health care services to Greater Houston residents for over 130 years, which should give you great comfort in knowing that we have a great tradition of caring for our community. We strive to meet our patients' expectations and encourage our patients to provide us with feedback on how we can help them have the best experience possible while they're in our care.
Over the last years we have expanded our services to include the Advanced Wound Care Center, Comprehensive Cardiac and Vascular Services, the Women's Center, the St. Joseph Maternal Fetal Medicine Center, and a Weight Loss Surgery Program, just to name a few. As you work with our physicians, nurses, case managers, educators, and other staff, you will be guided through your health care journey, from diagnosis to treatment, with compassion every step of the way.
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are at the foundation of the care St Joseph Medical Center provides to our community we are privileged to support in all of our employment practices. We do not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.
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