Professional Student Nurse, Ortho Trauma Acute Care (OTAC) – FT Nights at TMC

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

Position is responsible for mentoring with the Registered Nurse in providing care to patients and performing related clinical and clerical functions in support of building clinical competency and confidence. The position will apply clinical knowledge and practice clinical skills under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN).

Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide competent care under the direction of an RN, appropriate to the patient and population served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development as it relates to the different life cycles.

Job Description

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Currently enrolled in an accredited school of professional nursing (RN) or recent graduate (within 120 days) of accredited school of professional nursing (RN).

• Verify academic standing by submission of unofficial school transcript

Licenses/Certifications: 

• American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Certification 

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

• Ability to understand written instructions and perform basic mathematical calculations.

• Ability to perform duties requiring prolonged standing, walking, stooping, bending and lifting.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Maintains current enrollment in an accredited school of professional nursing (RN) or recent graduate (within 120 days) of accredited school of professional nursing (RN). Must provide proof of enrollment each semester or program completion.

• Performs indirect and direct patient care in a competent manner, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and within the scope of the Memorial Hermann Professional Student Nurse (PSN) Skills Inventory.

• Performs tasks as assigned by the RN and in accordance with the professional student nurse’s training and capabilities.

• Collaborates with all members of the inter-professional health care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.

• Ensures safe care to patients adhering to policies, procedures, and standards, within budgetary specifications, including time management, supply management, productivity, and accuracy of practice.

• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education, skills competency, supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization.

• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.

• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

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