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Memorial Hermann Health System
Nurse Practitioner - ICU, PRN - Nights
Location : Sugar Land, TX, 77487
Job Type : Part Time
Date Posted : 11 April 2025
Category : Nurse Practitioners
Industry : Health Care
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
Join a team who shares your dedication to caring for others and each other.Memorial Hermann is committed to supporting employees personally and professionally through benefit programs focusing on your well-being.Recognition by peers and leaders fosters a culture of supportive teamwork regardless of your role.
Here, learning never stops, whether it’s a meaningful mentorship, Magnet council participation or continuing your education with no out-of-pocket costs.
Nurse Practitioner - ICU - PRN - Nights (Greater Heights)
Schedule: 7p-7a
Flexible to work as needed based on current department needs; will help fill in gaps in schedule not covered by full-time NP staff
$70/hr
Eligible for night ($4.60/hr) and weekend ($3/hr) shift differential
2 year of NP experience required; At least 1 year of ICU NP experience
Must be able to do procedures (lines and intubations required; chest tubes a plus)
Orientation: Would need to orient 3-6 shifts depending on candidate's comfortability and experience. Would strongly prefer these shifts to be completed w/in 3 weeks
Position responsible for providing comprehensive patient care by systemic assessment, diagnosis, treatment, management, and in-hospital follow up, affecting direct patient care through the disease process according to the Texas Nurse Practice Act and MHHS Standards of Care.
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
- Graduate of Nurse Practitioner Program approved by the State of Texas; Masters of Nursing preferred
- Graduate of an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Program approved by the State of Texas if area of intended practice is Trauma; Master of Nursing preferred
Licenses/Certifications:
- Current State of Texas license to practice professional nursing
- Certification by the American Nurse Credentialing Center or National Certification Center in area of specialty or the American Association of Nurse Practitioners or the American Certification of Critical Care Nurses (AACN) Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification
- Certified in Basic Life Support
- Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) OR Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
- Certified in ATLS (Advanced Trauma Life Support) if area of practice is Trauma within 6 months of hire date
Experience/ Knowledge/ Skills:
- Two (2) years clinical nursing experience in area of intended practice
Principal Accountabilities
- Provides assessment, triage, and therapeutic management of patient/family needs throughout the disease process as an integral part of an interdisciplinary team, according to the age/needs of the patient/population served; acts under the authority and supervision of the attending physician in accordance with regulations, hospital policy, protocols, guidelines and clinical pathways.
- Obtains medical histories; performs physical examinations; reviews/orders diagnostic tests and radiographic results; formulates and manages patient treatment plan and outcomes; provides interventions including, but not limited to, arterial line placement, central line placement (internal jugular or femoral lines), pulmonary artery catheter placement, lumbar puncture, intubations, chest tube removal, and thoracentesis; makes rounds with the interdisciplinary teams.
- Collaborates in the development and evaluation of patient care.
- Updates clinical guidelines/protocols/ pathways; works autonomously and accepts accountability for outcomes; signs orders in accordance with institution and state board requirements; collaborates in research and teaching projects and applies research to practice.
- Uses interpersonal and verbal communication skills to educate patient/family on care and resources; participates in process improvement and multidisciplinary clinical outcome improvement activities utilizing advanced nursing expertise.
- Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
- Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
- 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.
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