The Memorial Hermann Orthopedic & Spine Hospital brings Memorial Hermann’s exemplary standards for patient safety, quality and excellence to a facility that is focused solely on orthopedic and spine care. Memorial Hermann Orthopedic & Spine Hospital is dedicated to the highest quality service with easy access and optimum outcomes for patients across Greater Houston undergoing orthopedic and spine surgery.

From affiliated physicians to support personnel, the staff at Memorial Hermann Orthopedic & Spine Hospital is specially trained and dedicated to helping patients undergo procedures that restore or improve functionality and allow them to return to an active lifestyle. The convenient central location and small size make it ideal for outpatient surgery and services such as knee, shoulder and hip pain treatments as well as rehabilitation.

Advanced Certification for Total Hip and Total Knee Replacement

Initial Certification for Spine Surgery

Blue Distinction Center+ for Spine Surgery

Memorial Hermann Orthopedic & Spine Hospital specializes in:

• Elective orthopedic surgery
• Neurosurgery for spine-related conditions
• Sports-related spine and orthopedic conditions and injuriesThis hospital has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Houston by the Houston Chronicle based on employee tenure, satisfaction and overall wellness.

This position is responsible for providing leadership to the department – overseeing the daily operations – managing and developing departmental staff, collaborating with the interdisciplinary team in the delivery of patient care, utilizing the nursing process, ensuring the delivery of quality care to patients.

Principal Accountabilities

• Manages the daily operations of a patient care department, including forecasting and ensuring adequate staffing, taking departmental call; planning for continuity of care, serving in charge nurse role and providing direct patient care as needed.
• Collaborates with physicians, management team members, business partners, and customers to address strategic initiatives and organizational goals.
• Participates in a systemic, interdisciplinary, and ongoing evaluation of programs, process improvement, desired client-centered outcomes, and organizational outcomes.
• Considers the diverse needs of each patient through the entire continuum of care, providing and ensuring the highest level of service according to established service standards, optimizing the patient experience.
• Ensures adequate scheduling and staffing; recruits, retains, and develops staff; provides performance feedback, addressing issues as necessary, and provides input into staff performance reviews in a timely effective manner.
• 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.
• Other duties as assigned.

Must have:

• 3+ years experience in PACU and 1+ years experience in supervisory/management role
• 5+ years experience total acute care experience

Community Attractions:

Houston area ranks among the 5 largest cities in the United States with robust sports, music, cultural centers, NASA. In addition to urban living, Houston region also has access to State Parks, wildlife and beach access all within an hour drive from downtown for those more interested in ecotourism and wide open spaces. In addition to many activities to enjoy and wide assortment of shops and restaurant cuisine, Houston is also home to NASA and has recently been chosen to host the upcoming FIFA World Cup among the best cities in North America.