UTHealth Houston
RN II/III - Ob/Gyn Oncology (Southeast)
UTHealth Houston, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Overview
RN II/III - Ob/Gyn Oncology (Southeast) at UTHealth Houston. The Registered Nurse (RN) working in our Gynecologic Oncology Clinic (Southeast) functions as a member of a collaborative interdisciplinary team providing comprehensive care to patients and families with complex healthcare needs. The role aims to provide care that is safe, effective, patient-centered, timely, efficient and equitable.
UT Physicians gynecologic oncologists offer a range of innovative and specialized treatments in the Greater Houston area for women diagnosed with gynecologic cancer, including cervical, uterine, ovarian, vulvar, vaginal, gestational trophoblastic disease, and other reproductive organ cancers. From diagnosis to recovery, our team focuses on patient-centered care so that every woman can feel at ease and confident that her situation is a priority.
Position Location:
UT Physicians Gynecologic Oncology - Southeast, 11914 Astoria Blvd, Ste 590, Houston, TX 77089
Schedule: Full-Time, Mon-Fri
Position Key Accountabilities
Performs responsibilities in a manner that promotes quality patient care and customer service/satisfaction.
Adheres to broad scope of practice as established by Nurse Practice Act.
Ensures the efficient operation of the clinic or unit by proper scheduling and planning for optimum use of staff and resources, maintenance of stock and supplies, and efficient and safe use of equipment.
Uses systematic approach to provide nursing care to patients and families/populations by performing focused and comprehensive assessments through subjective and evidence-based objective data.
Prioritizes, synthesizes and documents assessments and nursing plan of care using critical thinking and judgment.
Implements plan of care within scope of practice through assignment and monitoring of other nurses and delegation and monitoring of unlicensed staff.
Initiates standing orders for prescription refills and labs as well as standing delegation orders where appropriate.
Develops and implements teaching plans concerning maintenance, promotion and restoration of health. Evaluates patients’ responses and outcomes to education and therapeutic interventions.
Communicates effectively with collaborative team while escalating critical results and issues in an appropriate and timely manner.
Coordinates care and refers patients to agencies or health care professionals for other services/transitions in care where indicated.
Performs onsite and telephone triage using best practice guidelines and documentation to ensure patients receive the right level of care in the right setting at the right time by the right caregiver using the right equipment and supplies.
Acts as a patient and healthcare advocate by maintaining a safe environment and promoting quality healthcare and services.
Respects and maintains privacy and confidentiality per HIPAA guidelines.
Adheres to standards of practice for professional nursing and serves as a clinical and leadership resource for team members.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Certification/Skills
Registered Nurse (RN) State Licensure or Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) by Texas Board of Nursing (BON) required
Basic Life Support (BLS) by American Heart Association (AHA) required
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) by American Heart Association (AHA) preferred
Minimum Education Bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited nursing school with one year nursing experience; OR Associate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing school with three years nursing experience; OR Nursing Diploma (3 year program) and two years nursing experience.
Minimum Experience Years of experience varies based on education level.
Physical Requirements Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.
Security Sensitive This position is a security-sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code 51.215 and Texas Government Code 411.094, and related provisions regarding critical infrastructure access.
Veteran Information Military occupations that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include but are not limited to: 0904, 0906, 0944, 46N1E, 46N1, 46N3, 46N4, 46NX, 66b, 66C, 66H, 68C, L03A, 4A0X1, 66E, 66G, 66S, 290X, 46AX, 46FX. For a complete list please visit www.uthealth-veterans.jobs.
Residency Requirement Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.
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UT Physicians gynecologic oncologists offer a range of innovative and specialized treatments in the Greater Houston area for women diagnosed with gynecologic cancer, including cervical, uterine, ovarian, vulvar, vaginal, gestational trophoblastic disease, and other reproductive organ cancers. From diagnosis to recovery, our team focuses on patient-centered care so that every woman can feel at ease and confident that her situation is a priority.
Position Location:
UT Physicians Gynecologic Oncology - Southeast, 11914 Astoria Blvd, Ste 590, Houston, TX 77089
Schedule: Full-Time, Mon-Fri
Position Key Accountabilities
Performs responsibilities in a manner that promotes quality patient care and customer service/satisfaction.
Adheres to broad scope of practice as established by Nurse Practice Act.
Ensures the efficient operation of the clinic or unit by proper scheduling and planning for optimum use of staff and resources, maintenance of stock and supplies, and efficient and safe use of equipment.
Uses systematic approach to provide nursing care to patients and families/populations by performing focused and comprehensive assessments through subjective and evidence-based objective data.
Prioritizes, synthesizes and documents assessments and nursing plan of care using critical thinking and judgment.
Implements plan of care within scope of practice through assignment and monitoring of other nurses and delegation and monitoring of unlicensed staff.
Initiates standing orders for prescription refills and labs as well as standing delegation orders where appropriate.
Develops and implements teaching plans concerning maintenance, promotion and restoration of health. Evaluates patients’ responses and outcomes to education and therapeutic interventions.
Communicates effectively with collaborative team while escalating critical results and issues in an appropriate and timely manner.
Coordinates care and refers patients to agencies or health care professionals for other services/transitions in care where indicated.
Performs onsite and telephone triage using best practice guidelines and documentation to ensure patients receive the right level of care in the right setting at the right time by the right caregiver using the right equipment and supplies.
Acts as a patient and healthcare advocate by maintaining a safe environment and promoting quality healthcare and services.
Respects and maintains privacy and confidentiality per HIPAA guidelines.
Adheres to standards of practice for professional nursing and serves as a clinical and leadership resource for team members.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Certification/Skills
Registered Nurse (RN) State Licensure or Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) by Texas Board of Nursing (BON) required
Basic Life Support (BLS) by American Heart Association (AHA) required
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) by American Heart Association (AHA) preferred
Minimum Education Bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited nursing school with one year nursing experience; OR Associate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing school with three years nursing experience; OR Nursing Diploma (3 year program) and two years nursing experience.
Minimum Experience Years of experience varies based on education level.
Physical Requirements Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.
Security Sensitive This position is a security-sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code 51.215 and Texas Government Code 411.094, and related provisions regarding critical infrastructure access.
Veteran Information Military occupations that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include but are not limited to: 0904, 0906, 0944, 46N1E, 46N1, 46N3, 46N4, 46NX, 66b, 66C, 66H, 68C, L03A, 4A0X1, 66E, 66G, 66S, 290X, 46AX, 46FX. For a complete list please visit www.uthealth-veterans.jobs.
Residency Requirement Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.
INDRN123
#J-18808-Ljbffr