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MICU PRN RN
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Houston, TX, 77054
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Salary : 33-52.8 HOUR
Date Posted : 31 December 2025
Job Summary and Responsibilities
As a Registered Nurse you will be responsible for the delivery of excellence in patient care through assessing, formulating nursing diagnoses and establishing goals, planning and implementing intervention and evaluating patient care outcomes. With the staff nurse's professional practice he/she responsible for participating in and maintaining quality, cost effectiveness and guest relations. Provide patient care in compliance with hospital policies and procedures and the standards of professional nursing practice as defined by the Board of Nurse Examiners for the State of Texas.
Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring, and our families need protection. With our combined resources, we are committed to building healthy communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen, both inside our hospitals and out in the community. This role will allow you to give back to our community and broaden
Job Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Licensure:
Required:
• Associates Degree in Nursing or Diploma
• Bachelors in Nursing Preferred*
*Medical Center - “*Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) within 2 years from date of hire. Current employees grandfathered before July 2020.”
• Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Texas
• BLS with skills demonstration
Minimum Experience:
- At least one (1) year of RN experience
• Demonstrated competence in Registered Nurse I performance expectations or meets experience requirements upon hire
Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center is an internationally recognized leader in research and clinical excellence that has given rise to breakthroughs in cardiovascular care, neuroscience, oncology, transplantation, and more. Our team’s efforts have led to the creation of many research programs and initiatives to develop advanced treatments found nowhere else in the world. In our commitment to advancing standards in an ever-evolving healthcare environment, our new McNair Campus is designed around the human experience—modeled on evidence-based practices for the safety of patients, visitors, staff, and physicians. The 27.5-acre campus represents the future of healthcare through a transformative alliance focused on leading-edge patient care, research, and education. Our strong alliance with Texas Heart® Institute and Baylor College of Medicine allows us to bring our patients a powerful network of care unlike any other. Our collaboration is focused on increasing access to care through a growing network of leading specialists and revolutionizing healthcare to save lives and improve the health of the communities we serve.
CHI St. Luke’s Health, now part of CommonSpirit Health formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health, has been serving our community since 1954. Operating 137 hospitals and more than 1,000 care sites across 21 states, making our services accessible to nearly 1 in 4 U.S. residents. We proudly provide a vast array of services that help us keep our community safe and healthy.
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Frequently asked questions
Houston’s healthcare sector is robust, but MICU PRN RN roles face moderate competition due to high demand for experienced ICU nurses. Candidates with Texas RN licensure and BLS certification tend to stand out, especially when familiar with critical care protocols common in local hospitals like Baylor St. Luke’s.
Beyond the essential Texas RN license and BLS certification, hospitals in Houston often prefer nurses with critical care credentials such as CCRN. These certifications demonstrate specialized expertise, enhancing eligibility for MICU PRN RN jobs at centers like Catholic Health Initiatives.
Proficiency in acute patient assessment, ventilator management, and familiarity with cardiac monitoring equipment are vital. Strong communication and adaptability when covering flexible PRN shifts also elevate a candidate’s profile in demanding MICU environments.
Working PRN in the MICU allows exposure to varied critical cases, sharpening clinical judgment and expanding skills. This flexibility can lead to full-time opportunities or specialized certifications, paving the way for leadership roles in intensive care nursing.
Catholic Health Initiatives emphasizes community-focused care with innovative patient safety models. MICU PRN RNs here benefit from collaboration with leading research institutions, offering a blend of compassionate care and cutting-edge clinical practice.
Yes, CHI invests in ongoing education to maintain nursing excellence. PRN MICU nurses can access workshops and certifications aligned with Texas nursing standards, enhancing skills essential for critical care and compliance with evolving healthcare protocols.
MICU PRN RNs in Houston typically earn between $35 and $50 per hour, reflecting local demand and critical care expertise. This range accounts for PRN flexibility and specialized skills required in the intensive care setting.
MICU PRN RNs often manage critical patient care during peak demand or staff shortages, focusing on acute interventions and monitoring. Unlike full-time staff, PRN nurses must quickly adapt to different teams and shift patterns while maintaining high care standards.
This position demands rapid clinical decision-making within a high-acuity environment, requiring extensive critical care knowledge. Unlike general PRN roles, MICU PRN RNs handle complex cases involving ventilators, hemodynamic monitoring, and urgent life-saving interventions.