Nurse Clinician I (NCI)'s entry level knowledge base has been validated by successful completion of NCLEX requirements for professional nurse licensure. Requires supervision while learning to apply knowledge and skills in the delivery of safe, general nursing care. NCI is expected to manage basic nursing care assignments in routine, predictable situations with supervision.
Minimum Qualifications:
a) Graduate from an accredited school of Nursing; BSN preferred.
b) Associates Degree in Nursing
Licenses & Certifications:
a) Registered Nurse: Registered Nurse License to practice in the State of Texas.
b) Basic Life Support from a hospital-based American Heart Association (AHA) approved program.
Harris Health offers three (3) Nurse Residency Programs: Spring/February, Summer/July, and Fall/October.
Please follow this two-step process to apply for the Summer/July session that starts on July 14, 2025.
STEP 1: Complete an online application by February 14, 2025
Late applications will not be accepted.
When requested, please submit:
>> Copy of current resume
>> Nurse Residency Survey Questionnaire (to be provided by Human Resources when available)
STEP 2: Submit Nurse Residency Requirements ***Upon Hire***as listed below.
>> Official transcript from accredited nursing school
>> Basic life support certification from the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross--must be valid for 6 months or more upon hire
>> RN license from the state of Texas before beginning employment **MUST PASS NCLEX PRIOR TO JULY 3, 2025**
Other certificates as required by unit/service.
Must be adequate to meet the following communication requirements:
Accurately interprets and transmits clinical information in English, both verbally and in written form; and Sends and receives messages patients/families/SOs can comprehend.
Special Requirements:
Communication Skills: Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact), Writing/Composing, Bilingual Preferred (Any Language)
Work Schedule: Weekends, Holidays, Flexible and On Call
PC, Medical Terms and Mathematics.
