Registered Nurses deliver care to patients utilizing the nursing process. Nurses collaborate with other professional disciplines to ensure effective patient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes. Nurses effectively interact with patient and significant others, while maintaining the standard of professional nursing. Registered Nurses provide direct and individualized nursing care to patients based on the application of scientific nursing principles. Due to the broad range of medical conditions they encounter, they must be well-versed in a large variety of health conditions.

Registered Nurses have a professional obligation to participate in committee activities, surveys, and improvement initiatives. In addition, Registered Nurses must uphold the standards of the Texas Nurse Practice Act.

Surgical Services Registered Nurses are responsible for the delivery of safe, effective, and quality patient-family centered care in the Operating Room, Gastroenterology lab, and other areas of perioperative services for all patient populations.

Minimum Education

• Associate's Degree

Minimum Work Experience

• No previous experience

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Registered Nurse
• CPR-BCLS

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Maintains professional appearance at all times
• Ability to handle confidential information