Job Description
**We hold ourselves and the careers we build to a higher standard.**
At Houston Methodist, nurses develop their skills through a wide range of
educational programs, collaborate with physicians to provide the best care and
build upon a world-class reputation for excellence in patient care, education
and research. We hold ourselves - and the careers we build - to a higher
standard. Our growing, inclusive health care system offers:
* Superior practice settings
* High safety standards
* Professional development & nursing education
* Meaningful collaboration with physicians
* Unparalleled support
**Requirements**
* Bachelor of Science degree or higher from an accredited School of Nursing
* Twelve months registered nurse experience in a healthcare environment
* Texas RN license or temporary TX RN license, should obtain permanent license within 90 days. Compact license acceptable according to current Board of Nursing requirements
* American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
* Other credentials and certifications as defined by unitservice line
**I CARE VALUES**
### INTEGRITY
We are honest and ethical in all we say and do.
### COMPASSION
We embrace the whole person and respond to emotional, ethical and spiritual
concerns as well as physical needs.
### ACCOUNTABILITY
We hold ourselves accountable for our actions.
### RESPECT
We treat every individual as a person of worth, dignity and value.
### EXCELLENCE
We strive to be the best at what we do and a model for others to emulate.
Fast Facts | **Houston Methodist Hospital**
* 946 operating beds
* 85 operating rooms
* 2,241 affiliated physicians
* 8,428 employees
* 40,861 inpatients
* 486,118 outpatients
* 43,127 emergency room visits
* More than 10,302 international patients from 86 countries
**Hear From Our Chief Nursing Executive, Gail Vozzella:**
Gail Vozzella
Chief Nursing Executive
Houston Methodist Hospital
Come be part of the Houston Methodist nursing team. Houston Methodist provides
the best environment for nurses to provide exceptional patient care. We
support nurses mental, physical, and spiritual well-being alongside a
clinical career path.
About **Houston Methodist Hospital**
Since its founding in 1919, Houston Methodist Hospital has earned worldwide
recognition. Houston Methodist Hospital is affiliated with the Weill Medical
College of Cornell University and New York-Presbyterian Hospital, one of the
nations leading centers for medical education and research. In 2022, U.S.
News & World Report named Houston Methodist Hospital to its prestigious Honor
Roll for the sixth time. Also, in this years rankings, Houston Methodist
Hospital was named the No. 1 hospital in Texas for the 11th year in a row.
Houston Methodist Hospital directs millions of research dollars into patient
care and offers the latest innovations in medical, surgical and diagnostic
techniques. With 946 operating beds, 85 operating rooms and nearly 8,500
employees, Houston Methodist Hospital offers complete care for patients from
around the world.
Awards and Distinctions
* **Breast Imaging Center of Excellence** - _American College of Radiology_
* **ELSO Gold Level Center of Excellence Award** - _Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients_
* **Best Hospitals Honor Roll** - _S. News & World Report (2022-2023)_
* **Ranked the No. 1 hospital in Texas** - _S. News & World Report (2022-2023)_
* **Nationally Ranked Hospital in 10 Adult Specialties** - _S. News & World Report (2022-2023)_
* **Magnet Recognition for Outstanding Nursing** - American Nurses Credentialing Center
* **Certificate of Distinction for Primary Stroke Centers** - DNV-Det Norske Veritas
* **Certificate of Distinction for Ventricular Assist Device** - DNV-Det Norske Veritas
* **Texas Health Care Quality Improvement Award of Excellence** - TMF Health Quality Institute
* **Initial Performance Achievement Award** - American Heart Association
* **Sustained Performance Achievement Award** - American Heart Association
**Guardian of Excellence Award(R)** - Press Ganey
Houston Methodist is an equal opportunity employer inclusive of women,
minorities, disabled persons and veterans.
**Equal Employment Opportunity**
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston
Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination
against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with
Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a
protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal
Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
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