Registered Nurse II (RN) Behavioral Health

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 settingsHigh safety standardsProfessional development & nursing educationMeaningful collaboration with physiciansUnparalleled supportRequirementsBachelor of Science degree or higher from an accredited School of NursingTwelve months registered nurse experience in a healthcare environmentTexas RN license or temporary TX RN license, should obtain permanent license within 90 days. Compact license acceptable according to current Board of Nursing requirementsAmerican Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)Other credentials and certifications as defined by unit/service lineI CARE VALUESINTEGRITYWe are honest and ethical in all we say and do.COMPASSIONWe embrace the whole person and respond to emotional, ethical and spiritual concerns as well as physical needs.ACCOUNTABILITYWe hold ourselves accountable for our actions.RESPECTWe treat every individual as a person of worth, dignity and value.EXCELLENCEWe strive to be the best at what we do and a model for others to emulate.Fast Facts | Houston Methodist Hospital946 operating beds85 operating rooms2,241 affiliated physicians8,428 employees40,861 inpatients486,118 outpatients43,127 emergency room visitsMore than 10,302 international patients from 86 countriesHear 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 HospitalSince 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 nation's 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 year's 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 DistinctionsBreast Imaging Center of ExcellenceAmerican College of RadiologyELSO Gold Level Center of Excellence AwardScientific Registry of Transplant RecipientsBest Hospitals Honor RollS. News & World Report (2022-2023)Ranked the No. 1 hospital in TexasS. News & World Report (2022-2023)Nationally Ranked Hospital in 10 Adult SpecialtiesS. News & World Report (2022-2023)Magnet Recognition for Outstanding NursingAmerican Nurses Credentialing CenterCertificate of Distinction for Primary Stroke CentersDNV-Det Norske VeritasCertificate of Distinction for Ventricular Assist DeviceDNV-Det Norske VeritasTexas Health Care Quality Improvement Award of ExcellenceTMF Health Quality InstituteInitial Performance Achievement AwardAmerican Heart AssociationSustained Performance Achievement AwardAmerican Heart AssociationGuardian of Excellence Award(R) Press GaneyHouston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.