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The Michael E. DeBakey VAMC is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse to serve in the Operative Care Line - Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU). The registered nurse provides care and counseling of persons or in the promotion and maintenance of health and prevention of illness and injury based upon the nursing process which includes systematic data gathering, assessment, appropriate nursing judgment, and evaluation of human responses to actual or potential health problems through such services as case finding, health teaching, health counseling; provision of care supportive to or restorative of life and well-being; and executing medical regimens including administering medications and treatments prescribed by a licensed or otherwise legally authorized provider (Texas Board of Nursing). The nurse's primary commitment is to the patient, whether an individual, family, group, or community. Duties/responsibilities include, but are not limited to: The nurse is responsible and accountable for individual nursing practice and determines the appropriate delegation of tasks consistent with the nurse's obligation to provide optimal care (ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses). Provides a full range of nursing care to patients with complex care needs utilizing the nursing process based on the ANA Standards of Nursing Practice. Accurately documents in the medical record patient findings, assessments, and care provided. Effectively functions as the charge nurse, team leader, or in other leadership role that guides and directs others who provide patient care. Uses a team approach to identify, analyze, and resolve patient care problems that result in improved patient outcomes. 6. Demonstrates grade-appropriate and consistent critical thinking skills. Position-specific Competency Checklist is completed annually and is rated competent in all measured areas. Work Schedule: Full time; 7:30 PM TO 8AM Telework: Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required